You can call the 444-bed Brunswick County Detention Center 24 hours a day for inmate information at 910-253-2760.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Brunswick County Detention Center at 910-253-2760 for assistance.
Phone: 910-253-2760
Physical Address:
70 Stamp Act Drive NE
Bolivia, NC 28422
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's Full Name when Booked
Brunswick County Detention Center
PO Box 9
Bolivia, NC 28422
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's Full Name when Booked
Brunswick County Detention Center
PO Box 9
Bolivia, NC 28422
(Note: Legal Mail must be clearly marked “Attorney/Client Mail” or “Legal Mail”)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 910-253-2760 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case information online, including the daily court dockets for Brunswick County.
Brunswick County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Brunswick County Detention Center maintains an average of 444 offenders in custody on any given day. The Brunswick County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Brunswick County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 8,880 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Brunswick County Detention Center was first built in 2005 in its current location of 70 Stamp Act Drive in Bolivia, NC 28422, replacing an old jail that only had beds for only 75 inmates. The Brunswick County Detention Center now has a rated capacity of 444 inmates, this after a 280 bed, 68,000 square foot expansion that was completed in 2008 by the Bordeaux Construction Company, a well known contractor of secure facilities. Prior to the construction of this facility in 2005, Brunswick County was using a facility that was hastily built in 1971 at the rear of the jail pictured below, built in 1904, and is now a tourist attraction.

The Brunswick County Detention Center is a part of the Sheriff John C. Davis Law Enforcement Center, which also houses the Sheriff's Department for Brunswick County. You can reach the detention center 24 hours a day by calling 910-253-2760 to ask about an inmate or any of the ways to visit, call or write them if you can't find the relevant information in the sections below this one.

Current programs at the Brunswick County Detention Center include: Alcoholics Anonymous; Bible study; church services; employment, housing and spiritual mentoring, the Stand Against Trafficking (STAT) group to help females who have been subject to human trafficking, Meditation of the Day, Workout of the Day, and a General Education Development (GED) program which helps inmates earn their high school diplomas while incarcerated.
If you want to look up an inmate online, use the Brunswick County Inmate Search. You will find the inmate's official mugshot, date of arrest, age and their criminal charges.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, however the jail uses a digital service to avoid contraband entering the facility. The original letter will be scanned and then destroyed. Friends and family of inmates in the Brunswick County Detention Center can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 910-253-2760.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Brunswick County Detention Center where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Brunswick County Detention Center:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 910-253-2760.
Once someone is booked at Brunswick County Detention Center in Bolivia after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 910-253-2760 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Brunswick County, North Carolina, see the Brunswick County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
70 Stamp Act Drive NE
Bolivia, NC 28422
910-253-2760
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Brunswick County Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Brunswick County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center?
70 Stamp Act Drive NE
Bolivia, NC 28422
910-253-2760
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center?
Brunswick County Detention Center uses McDaniel Supply Company for their inmate commissary.
McDaniel Supply operates the JailPackStore website so you can order online using a credit or debit card. They will send the money to your inmate at Brunswick County Detention Center.
JailPackStore has a very cumbersome website that requires you to:
1. register,
2. add a credit or debit card, and then
3. locate your inmate, before you can even deposit funds.
Maximum Deposit - $300
Fee to Deposit Money using a credit or debit card -
Any money that you deposit and don't immediately send will be held as a credit on your account for future disbursement or spend.
For full instructions on how to deposit money to your inmate online, what the fees are, and how to save money doing it this way, check out our inmate money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Brunswick County follow these instructions:
Brunswick County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Brunswick County Detention Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Brunswick County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Brunswick County Detention Center allows inmates to receive white, pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Brunswick County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. No 'inmate-to-inmate' mail allowed.
'Allowed Mail' Policy:
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. Nothing other than the above can be enclosed.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's Full Name when Booked
Brunswick County Detention Center
PO Box 9
Bolivia, NC 28422
Legal Mail
Legal mail is correspondence or legal materials coming from an attorney and must be clearly marked “Attorney/Client Mail” or “Legal Mail”.
Any legal mail received will be opened and inspected in the presence of the inmate.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's Full Name when Booked
Brunswick County Detention Center
PO Box 9
Bolivia, NC 28422
(Note: Legal Mail must be clearly marked “Attorney/Client Mail” or “Legal Mail”)
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher. Have your inmate get approval before sending.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate. Have your inmate get approval before sending.
Books
The Brunswick County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below. Have your inmate get approval before sending.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Brunswick County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Inmate's Full Name when Booked
Brunswick County Detention Center
PO Box 9
Bolivia, NC 28422
(Note: Legal Mail must be clearly marked “Attorney/Client Mail” or “Legal Mail”)
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
McDaniel Supply operates the JailPackStore website so you can order online using a credit or debit card. They will ship your order directly to your inmate at Brunswick County Detention Center.
JailPackStore has a very cumbersome website that requires you to: 1. register, 2. add a credit or debit card, and then 3. locate your inmate, before you can even see their commissary products, prices, additional fees, etc.
Commissary products that you can purchase -
Candy, Chips, Meats, Seafood, Writing supplies, Hygeneine Kits, Underwear. These are all in various pre-defined packs ranging in price from $11.00-$27.00. The shipping fee is an additional $4.95.
Maximum Deposit -
$300
Fee to Deposit Money using a credit or debit card -
$3.95 to deposit $10.00 - 25.00
$6.95 to deposit $25.01 - 100.00
$8.95 to deposit $100.01 - 200.00
$10.95 to deposit $200.01 to 300.00
Any money that you deposit and don't immediately spend will be held as a credit on your account for future purchases.
JailPackStore is the Brunswick County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix or Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygeine products, Letter writing materials and Underwear items for sale on their website.
Here is a sample of what you can purchase for your inmate:
SNACKS
$19.75 + $4.95 shipping + $6.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before tax $31.65

MAC'S Pack Caramel Corn 6oz - 1
Bud's Best Butterfinger Cookie 6oz - 1
Chex Mix - Cheddar 1.75oz - 1
Combos Buffalo Blue Cheese - 7oz -1
Creme Cookies 13oz - 1
White Cheddar Cheez-its 1.5oz - 2
Kar's Honey Roasted Peanuts 3.5oz - 1
Kar's Sweet and Salty Mix 2oz - 1
Snyder's Jalapeno Pretzel Pieces 2.25oz - 1
LETTER WRITING MATERIALS
$15.00 + $4.95 shipping + $3.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before taxes $23.90

Stamped Envelopes - 8
Glue Top Writing Pad 8.5x11 - 1
Friendship Greeting Cards w/Stamps – 2
HYGEINE ITEMS
$26.50 + $4.95 shipping + $6.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before taxes $38.40

Degree Extreme Blast Deodorant - 1.7oz - 1
Colgate w/Baking Soda Toothpaste - 6.4oz - 1
Dove Sensitive Skin Soap - 4oz- 2
Suave Advanced Therapy Lotion - 10oz - 1
Garnier Shampoo - 13oz - 1
Axe Body Wash 16oz – 1
If you don't have a bank card and want to see if they will accept a money order for payment call JailPackStore at 800-822-9388. Their hours are Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM.
They are closed Saturday and Sunday.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Brunswick County Detention Center follow these steps:
NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Brunswick County at any one time.
For all information, tips and a list and photos of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Brunswick County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Brunswick County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Brunswick County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Brunswick County Detention Center whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Brunswick County Detention Center follow these steps:
Brunswick County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Brunswick County Detention Center whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Brunswick County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Brunswick County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Brunswick County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Brunswick County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Brunswick County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Brunswick County Detention Center what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brunswick County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 910-253-2760 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Brunswick County?