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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in North Carolina. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across North Carolina, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in North Carolina, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by North Carolina's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in North Carolina
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in North Carolina
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in North Carolina
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North Carolina has Police Station spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the Police Station in a specific county within North Carolina. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in North Carolina
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in North Carolina is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Williamston NC Police Jail
106 E Main St, Williamston, NC 27892
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Martin | View Details |
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Marion NC Police Jail
270 S Main St, Marion, NC 28752
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McDowell | View Details |
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg NC Police Jail
601 E Trade St, Charlotte, NC 28202
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Cornelius NC Police Jail
21440 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Davidson NC Police Jail
216 South Main St, Davidson, NC 28036
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Huntersville NC Police Jail
9630 Julian Clark Ave, Huntersville, NC 28078
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Matthews NC Police Jail
1201 Crews Road, Matthews, NC 28105
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Mint Hill NC Police Jail
7200 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Pineville NC Police Jail
300 Main St, Pineville, NC 28134
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Mecklenburg | View Details |
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Bakersville NC Sheriff's Jail
26 South Mitchell Ave, Bakersville, NC 28705-8032
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Mitchell | View Details |
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Spruce Pine NC Police Jail
106 Highland Ave, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
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Mitchell | View Details |
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Biscoe NC Police Jail
P.O. Box 1228
110 West Main St, Biscoe, NC 27209
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Montgomery | View Details |
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Candor NC Police Jail
208 S Main St, Candor, NC 27229
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Montgomery | View Details |
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Mt Gilead NC Police Jail
107-109 West Allenton St, Mt Gilead, NC 27306
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Montgomery | View Details |
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Star NC Police Jail
454 South Main St, Star, NC 27356
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Montgomery | View Details |
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Troy NC Police Jail
610 N Main St, Troy, NC 27371
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Montgomery | View Details |
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Aberdeen NC Police Jail
804 North Sandhills Blvd, Aberdeen, NC 28315
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Moore | View Details |
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Carthage NC Police Jail
4396 US Hwy 15-501, Carthage, NC 28327
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Moore | View Details |
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Pinehurst NC Police Jail
420 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst, NC 28370
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Moore | View Details |
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Robbins NC Police Jail
110 S Middleton St, Robbins, NC 27325
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Moore | View Details |
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Southern Pines NC Police Jail
801 SE Service Road, Southern Pines, NC 28388
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Moore | View Details |
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Taylortown NC Police Jail
8350 Main St, Taylortown, NC 27376
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Moore | View Details |
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Whispering Pines NC Police Jail
10 Pine Ridge Drive, Whispering Pines, NC 28327
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Moore | View Details |
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Nashville NC Police Jail
501 S Barnes St, Nashville, NC 27856
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Nash | View Details |
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Rocky Mount NC Police Jail
One Govt Plz, Rocky Mount, NC 27802
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Nash | View Details |
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