The Dare County Jail is a 128 bed jail in the city of Manteo, Dare County, North Carolina. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 252-475-9220.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 252-475-9220, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Dare County Jail at 252-475-9220 to get it.
Phone: 252-475-9220
Physical Address:
962 Marshall C. Collins Drive
Manteo, NC 27954-0757
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 Jail, 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 Jail Inmate Search
The Dare County Jail maintains an average of 128 offenders in custody on any given day. The Dare County Jail 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 Jail 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 Jail 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 Jail 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
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Dare County Jail for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Dare County Jail:
Booking can take as little as an hour, or up to 48 hours on a busy weekend or holiday evening, or if the offender is violent, wasted or generally uncooperative. If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 252-475-9220.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Dare County Jail in Manteo for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Dare County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 252-475-9220 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Dare County North Carolina, check out the Dare County Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dare County Jail? What is the Schedule?
962 Marshall C. Collins Drive
Manteo, NC 27954-0757
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 Jail’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 Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Jail’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 Jail?
Dare County Jail 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 Jail.
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 Jail’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 Jail?
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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Jail’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 Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Dare County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Dare County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
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.
Books
The Dare County Jail 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Dare County Jail standards will be disposed of.
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 #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
For inmates receiving mail in the Dare County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Dare County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Dare County Detention Center
P.O. Box 2179
Manteo NC 27954
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dare County Jail’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 Jail, 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 Jail.
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 Jail'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 Jail 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 Jail 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 Jail’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 Jail 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 Jail’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 Jail 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 Jail’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?
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