Person County Detention Center

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Person County Detention Center

At the 135-bed Person County Detention Center, inmate information is available 24 hours a day by calling 336-597-0525.

Individuals arrested for misdemeanors or felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held in custody until their trial is resolved.

Use the inmate search tool to access the facility’s roster of current inmates.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year remain at this jail, and inmates sentenced to more are moved to the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page outlines inmate services including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary.

Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future contact. If it’s not online, call Person County Detention Center at 336-597-0525.

Inmate Services

Phone: 336-597-0525

Physical Address:
 Person County Detention Center
120 Court Street
Roxboro, NC 27573

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Person County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1156
Roxboro, NC 27573

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
 Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Person County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1156
Roxboro, NC 27573

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Person County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Person 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 336-597-0525 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 Person County.

Person County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Person County Detention Center maintains an average of 135 offenders in custody on any given day. The Person 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 Person County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,700 offenders.

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About the Person County Detention Center

The 135-bed Person County Detention Center houses any offenders for the county as they wait for their trial to begin or if they are serving a short sentence, usually under one year. Both misdemeanor and felony offenders are taken to this location for booking and assessment, and they will be assigned to a bed, provided with any immediate medical or mental health needs, and set up with ongoing programs and services to ensure their health and safety during the duration of incarceration.

Bail is paid directly at the office and can be one through bail bondsman, by paying cash, or by leveraging a property. For questions about bond or other procedures the jail detention center can be contacted by phone at 336-597-0525 and an inmate listing is maintained.

All mail is sent through the post office, and any magazines, books, or newspapers must be sent from the publisher or from an online retailer, with all mail needing a complete return address.

Mail is sent to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Person County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1156
Roxboro, NC 27573

... and will be searched upon arrival.

An account is made for each inmate upon booking, and this allows for their friends and their family members to add money to their accounts that will allow them to purchase commissary items, make phone calls, and other necessities.

For the commissary account money can be added at the kiosk in the lobby or online.

Phones are located within the cell blocks and there are opportunities for inmates to make calls, while they are unable to accept incoming calls.

An account is created online or money may be added at the lobby kiosk, to pay for their phone calls.

There is also an account to book and engage in video visits, with one free visit provided.  

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Person County Detention Center

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Person County Detention Center for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Person County Detention Center:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Person County Detention Center at 336-597-0525.

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Directions / Map to the Person County Detention Center
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Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Person County

After being arrested and booked into Person County Detention Center in Roxboro, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 336-597-0525 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 336-597-0525.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Person County can facilitate the process.
  • Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.

To get more information on the bail process in Person County, North Carolina, visit the Person County Detention Center Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Person County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Person County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Person County Detention Center
120 Court Street
Roxboro, NC 27573
336-597-0525

Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed six 15-minute visits per week.
  • You must arrive 15 minutes prior to the visit.
  • A maximum of one adult and one child are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • Only one infant (under 1 year of age) will be allowed per visit and will not be counted as a visitor
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Any person visiting must not have been incarcerated within the past 180 days.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY NO on site VISITS
MONDAY 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
TUESDAY 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
THURSDAY 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
FRIDAY 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
SATURDAY 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM


Person County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 336-597-0525 for questions or appointments.

Visiting an Inmate at the Person County Detention Center

Person County Detention Center 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 Person County Detention Center 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 Person County Detention Center

Person County Detention Center 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 Person County Detention Center 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 Person County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Person County Detention Center?

Person County Detention Center 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 Person County Detention Center approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Person County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Person County Detention Center?

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Person County Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Person County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Person County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select North Carolina, then Person County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • NOTE: Person County Detention Center may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Person County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Person County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Person County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Person County Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in Person County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Person County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

For all the information regarding phone calls with Person 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 Person County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Person 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 Person County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Person County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Person County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

NOTE: Person County Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Items" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Person County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Person County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select North Carolina, then Person County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Person County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Person County.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Person County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Person County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Person County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel. 

How inteleMESSAGE Works

  1. The Person County Detention Center inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
  2. Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages. 
  3. When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Person County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
  4. An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging. 
  5. You must visit the Pay Tel website, login to your account, and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link in order to send or check for messages. You will not be notified of messages by any other method.
  6. All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
  7. If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
  8. Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.

Cost to send messages

  1. The sender of the message is charged $.50 per message. Rates are subject to change.
  2. For friends and family outside of a facility, this amount is deducted from the prepaid account balance or charged to your direct bill account.
  3. For inmates, the amount is charged to the inmate and deducted from the inmate’s debit account.
  4. There is no charge to read a message that was sent to you.

Paytel App Download

Check to see if Tablets are Available in Person County Detention Center for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Person County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Person County Detention Center follow these steps:

How inteleMESSAGE Works

  • The Person County Detention Center inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
  • Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages. 
  • When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Person County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.

For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Person County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Person County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Person County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Person County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Person County Detention Center 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)
  • Person County Detention Center 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 Person County Detention Center directly at 336-597-0525 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 Person County Detention Center

How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Person 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 Person County Detention Center directly at 336-597-0525 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 Person County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Person County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 336-597-0525 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Person County?

Person Caswell Orange Durham Granville Halifax
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