Lenoir County Jail
Lenoir County Jail
Information about inmates at the 200-bed Lenoir County Jail is available by calling 252-559-6116 at any hour.
People arrested in the county for misdemeanors and felonies are brought here and go through booking and processing. If their charges require it, they remain in custody until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are held until the conclusion of their trial.
Look up the facility’s current roster with the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve their time at this jail. Longer sentences are served in the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides guidance on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, mailing an inmate, phone calls, voicemail, email and text messaging, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, call Lenoir County Jail at 252-559-6116.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Lenoir 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 252-559-6116 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 Lenoir County.
Lenoir County Jail Inmate Search
The Lenoir County Jail maintains an average of 200 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lenoir 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 Lenoir County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,500 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessINTERESTING FACTS about the Lenoir County County Jail/Detention Center.
The detention center includes a law enforcement processing area, inmate booking area, medical wing, kitchen, laundry and trustee housing. The buildings can house 200 inmates. A new closed circuit system allows closed network tablets for each inmate that will allow them to take GED courses, alcohol and drug treatment courses, counseling courses, parenting courses and other education programs. Visitation hours are based on last name. Inmates are allowed one 15 visitation per week. Visitors do not arrive with clothes that show private parts including breasts and buttocks
The new detention center for Lenoir County, the Lenoir County Jail, combined with the area that the jail had already, has a top capacity of 285. Inmates of Lenoir County may be waiting for their trial or they may be serving a short sentence, from any of the local law enforcement agencies.
Also known as the W.E. Billy Smith Jail, inquiries about inmates or general information about the facility can be made by calling 252-559-6116 or looked up on the online database.
Within the Lenoir County Jail there is a processing area, booking area, medical wing, full kitchen, laundry, and housing for trustee inmates who have jobs within the campus.
Inmates are provided with an trust account for money to use during their incarceration, which can be added to by their family or their friends who are not currently incarcerated.
Inmates may have paperback books, but they must be sent directly from the publisher to the facility at:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
Cells are either single occupancy or double with a bunkbed, and include a sink and a toilet, along with desk space for letter writing and reading.
Phones are available and are funded through inmate accounts and they will be able to make outgoing calls only, with the system not accepting incoming calls.
One visit of 15 minutes each week is provided to each inmate, with the last names A-M being Thursday 9am-11am and 1pm-4pm and last names N-Z on Fridays during the same hours.
With no need to schedule in advance, visits occur on a first come first served basis at the visitation section of the facility.
- Jail (Main): 252-559-6116
- Sheriff: 252-559-6100
Steps involved in booking at Lenoir County Jail
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Lenoir County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Lenoir County Jail:
- Identification confirmation.
- Photographs (mugshots).
- Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
- Potential DNA collection.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Providing a free phone call.
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Lenoir County Jail at 252-559-6116.
How to pay bail in Lenoir County for an arrestee
Once an individual is booked at Lenoir County Jail in Kinston, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 252-559-6116 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
- Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 252-559-6116).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Lenoir County can assist with the process.
- An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.
For more details on the bail process in Lenoir County, North Carolina, visit the Lenoir County Jail Bail Page.
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Lenoir County Jail in-person ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
Lenoir County Jail
130 S. Queen Street
Kinston, NC 28501
252-559-6116
- Visits are 15 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 252-559-6116 and get your inmate's times.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 252-559-6116 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
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THURSDAY |
9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
| FRIDAY Last name N-Z |
9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
Lenoir County Jail Inmate Visitation Schedule
Lenoir County Jail
130 S. Queen Street
Kinston, NC 28501
252-559-6116
- First, you must register an account with iwebvisit, then add Lenoir County Jail, then your inmate.
- Second, you can choose a time to visit.
- Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
- All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 1 weeks in advance.
- CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
- Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
- Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
- If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| MONDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
Visiting an Inmate at the Lenoir County Jail
Lenoir County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the Lenoir County Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
Visiting an Inmate at the Lenoir County Jail
Lenoir County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate with video.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- Then you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- Then you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- The Lenoir County Jail requires you upload a copy of your ID and a selfie.
For more information, including dress codes, rules and guidelines, visiting hours and more, check out our Visitation Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
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Lenoir County Jail Inmate Visitation Schedule
Lenoir County Jail
130 S. Queen Street
Kinston, NC 28501
252-559-6116
- First, you must register an account with iwebvisit, then add Lenoir County Jail, then your inmate.
- Second, you can choose a time to visit.
- Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
- All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 1 weeks in advance.
- CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
- Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
- Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
- If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| MONDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 7:30PM |
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:30AM - 11:30AM 1:00PM - 4:45PM 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lenoir County Jail?
There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Lenoir County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.
Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Lenoir County Jail whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Lenoir County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Lenoir County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select North Carolina, then select Lenoir County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Lenoir County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
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How Do Inmates in Lenoir County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Lenoir County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
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Register here,
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contact them online, or
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call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Lenoir County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental 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 Lenoir County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
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Lenoir County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Lenoir County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Lenoir 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#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Lenoir County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lenoir County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
Lenoir County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Lenoir County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Lenoir County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Lenoir County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lenoir County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Lenoir County Jail
P.O. Box 3289
Kinston, NC 28502
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lenoir County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Lenoir County Jail contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.
Access Securepak's catalog groups items into categories such as:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select North Carolina.
3. Select Lenoir County Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Lenoir County Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Lenoir County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Lenoir County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select North Carolina, then select Lenoir County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Lenoir County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
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Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Lenoir County Jail for a small monthly fee.
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
- Phone Calls
- Messages (email / texts)
- Educational applications
- Entertainment (movies, games, television, music)
- Lenoir County Jail information (rules, guidelines, visitation schedules, etc.)
- Legal research
- Medical requests
- Programs (anger management, drug recovery, job skills, parenting, etc.)
Contact Paytel online, or call the Lenoir County Jail directly at 252-559-6116 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:
Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Lenoir County Jail
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Lenoir County? Read the following:
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
- Phone Calls
- Messages (email / texts)
- Educational applications and Entertainment
- Legal Research
- and much more!
Contact Paytel online, or call the Lenoir County Jail directly at 252-559-6116 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Lenoir County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lenoir County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-559-6116 for further assistance.
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Lenoir County County Jails
Lenoir County Juvenile Facilities
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Nearby counties
This facility, known as "Lenoir County Jail" is also known as Lenoir County Jail & Sheriff, Lenoir County Jail & Sheriff, North Carolina, Lenoir.
The Lenoir County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Lenoir County: Deep Run, Grifton, Kinston, La Grange, Pink Hill and Seven Springs.