Charleston County Detention Center Photos & Videos

Charleston County Detention Center Photos

Below are 'street photos' (provided to us by users of this website) of the Charleston County Detention Center from different perspectives.

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Charleston County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Charleston County Detention Center 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 Charleston County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate #
Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center
3841 Leeds Avenue
North Charleston SC, 29405


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.


 

Charleston County Bail Bond Information

Because Charleston County and South Carolina can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Charleston County Detention Center at 843-529-7300, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, and do this right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Charleston County Detention Center or the Charleston County Court Clerk these specific questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
  2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
  3. Where do I go to pay it?
  4. Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
  5. What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
  6. Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released. 

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.


 

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Charleston County Detention Center

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Charleston County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your Charleston County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Charleston County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.


 

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Charleston County Detention Center

To send a text or email message to a Charleston County inmate, do the following:

Charleston County Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Charleston County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Charleston County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Charleston County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Charleston County Detention Center, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.


 

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Charleston County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Charleston 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 Charleston 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.


 

How to Schedule and Visit an Inmate in Charleston County Detention Center

To schedule and set up a visit, either at-the-jail or remotely from your home, follow these instructions:

  • Register and/or log in.
  • Select Charleston County Detention Center, then your inmate.
  • Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits in Charleston County.
  • Schedule your visit.

To get more complete instructions, and understand visit lengths, times, locations, fees and all the other rules including children, dress codes and more, check out or Visit Inmate Page.
NOTE: All visits are recorded and whatever you say and do will be monitored. It is best to never discuss sensitive information regarding your inmate's pending case.


 

How to Deposit Money into an Inmate's Account in Charleston County Detention Center

To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Charleston County, follow these instructions:

  • Create an account with Touchpay Services, a GTL company.
  • Select South Carolina.
  • Select Charleston County Detention Center
  • Enter the Inmate ID of your inmate.  This can be found by calling 843-529-7300 or by looking up the inmate's name in the Inmate Search link.
  • Enter your billing information and send money.
  • You can also deposit cash using the kiosk at the Charleston County Detention Center.  To do this you need the Inmate's ID Number and the Facility Locator Number for Charleston County.

For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.


 

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

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

  • Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Charleston County.
  • Choose South Carolina, then Charleston County Detention Center, and then the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Charleston County at any one time.
  • There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 
  • The gift packs for inmates in Charleston County range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper, to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Charleston County Detention Center, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Charleston County.