For round-the-clock inmate information, call the 128-bed Dare County Detention Center at 252-475-9220.
This facility receives misdemeanor and felony arrestees from throughout the county for booking and processing. Those who are detained remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial ends.
Browse the roster of current inmates with the inmate search tool.
Sentences shorter than one year are served here. Sentences longer than one year are served in the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information about the visitation schedule, inmate funds, sending mail, inmate phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Note the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, as you’ll need it for letters and other contact. If it’s not online, call Dare County Detention Center at 252-475-9220.
Phone: 252-475-9220
Physical Address:
1044 Driftwood Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Dare 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 252-475-9220 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 Dare County.
Dare County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Dare County Detention Center maintains an average of 128 offenders in custody on any given day. The Dare 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 Dare County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,560 offenders.
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INTERESTING FACTS: Dare County is on the coast of North Carolina, and is named for Virginia Dare, the first English child born in the United States. Up to four people may visit this facility at a time – Wednesdays and Saturdays. Visitation is for 30 minutes at a time. No visits allowed for offenders serving weekend sentences, called 'weekenders', or for people who have served less than four days.
The nearly windowless beige and blue building creates the Dare County Detention Center as it houses all of the misdemeanor and felony arrests for Dare County as they wait for their trial or serve a short sentence that is usually under a year in length. Each of the detainees in the building are provided with an assessment upon booking and will receive any immediate medical care and mental health care, along with plans to address ongoing health and other needs.
The 128-bed Dare County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Dare County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 252-475-9220, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Dare County Detention Center also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Many programs are in place to provide necessary support and skills to all detainees as they prepare to reintegrate into their community. Recreation space and activities are available as well as educational opportunities and assistance in job seeking and finding housing. It has been shown that inmates who are able to have contact with their family and friends are more likely to be successfully rehabilitation and return to their community in a healthy and supportive manner, so there are several opportunities to maintain this contact.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
To visit an inmate, it is necessary to be on the approved visitor list that the inmate creates, and staff approve, and up to four people may visit at a time for up to half an hour a day. Those who are in lockdown will have 15 minute visits each visiting day. Each Saturday from 2pm to 4pm and Wednesday from 7pm to 9pm are the approved visiting days and time for the entire facility.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Dare County Detention Center for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Dare County Detention Center typically involves the following steps:
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 252-475-9220.
Once booked at Dare County Detention Center in Manteo, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 252-475-9220.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Dare County, North Carolina, visit the Dare County Detention Center Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dare County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
1044 Driftwood Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
252-475-9220
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 252-475-9220 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00PM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Dare County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dare County Detention Center?
Dare 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 Dare 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 Dare County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Dare County Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Dare County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Dare County Detention Center, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Dare County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Dare County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dare 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 Dare 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 Dare 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 Dare County Detention Center follow these steps:
NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Dare 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 Dare County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Dare County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dare County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Dare County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-475-9220 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Dare County?
This facility, known as "Dare County Detention Center" is also known as Dare County Jail, Dare County Jail , Dare County Jail , North Carolina, Dare.
