Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr

Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr Inmate Services Information

Phone: 803-283-2084

Physical Address:
1941 Pageland Highway
PO Box 908
Lancaster, SC 29720

How Do You Find Someone in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr?

To search for an inmate in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr, 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 803-283-2084 for the information you are looking for.

Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr Inmate Search

Lancaster County maintains an average of 142 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jails have a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Lancaster County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,840 offenders.

The following charts of Lancaster County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 6/9/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from Lancaster County, the state of South Carolina, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.

For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Lancaster County and South Carolina state prisons, click the button below.
Lancaster County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Lancaster County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/9/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 61 56.48%
Black 22 20.37%
Hispanic or Latino 9 8.33%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 4 3.70%
Asian 4 3.70%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 4 3.70%
Other 4 3.70%
Total 108 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lancaster County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/9/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 37 34.26%
Felony (2rd Degree) 17 15.74%
Felony (1st Degree) 0 0.00%
State Jail Felony 3 2.78%
Felony (Uncategorized) 26 24.07%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 25 23.15%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lancaster County Inmate Sex - 6/9/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 96 88.89%
Female 12 11.11%
Total 108 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lancaster County Inmate Age - 6/9/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 0.93%
18-20 5 4.63%
21-24 10 9.26%
25-30 24 22.22%
31-35 22 20.37%
36-40 19 17.59%
41-45 11 10.19%
46-50 6 5.56%
51-55 4 3.70%
56-60 4 3.70%
61-65 1 0.93%
66-75 1 0.93%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 108 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr
The LCDC, the County Detention Center, is a short term holding facility that only accommodates pre trial adult offenders, as well as those who have short sentences that will be completed within 90 days. As this is where detainees go directly following their arrest, there is a video system in place that allows for bond hearings to be completed within the building, so there is no need to leave the site to attend. The facility also offers ways for the inmates to remain in contact with their friends and family during their incarceration, and do this through sending and receiving mail, making phone calls, and receiving visitors. When sending mail it will go to a contracted program which checks for contraband and then scans the mail into the electronic program which then delivers it to a kiosk or tablet within the jail. This is provided through MailGuard and uses the inmates name and ID number along with the name of the institution, at PO Box 9106 Seminole, Florida. Those who wish to provide money to an inmate for their use during their incarceration can do so online at https://store.jailpackstore.com/store/index. They will also have access to the phone systems, which can be funded via http://www.smartcommunications.us/. Inmates will also be permitted to receive visits via video through SMART Communications. These visits will follow the same rules as in person visits with a focus on appropriate dress, an approved list of visitors, and there can be no driving, alcohol, or drugs during the visit. Inmates are permitted one visit each day, however that may be adjusted depending upon the number of inmates at the time and how many people need access to the program. There are kiosks available in the lobby of the jail that people can use between 1:30pm and 3:30pm. This facility is also a key part of the community and as well as housing inmates both before and after trial, they perform fingerprinting and background checks for both employment purposes as well as for volunteer work.
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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr?

How to Deposit Money Online for an inmate in Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr

Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr 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 Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr.

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 - 

  • $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 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.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr

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

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr, and what can I send them?

How to Send and Receive Secure Text and Email Messages with an Inmate in Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr

To communicate by text or email with an Lancaster County inmate, follow these instructions:

  • To send or receive a message you MUST first open a SmartJailMail.com account.
  • Once you open an account, you may search for Lancaster County inmates or detainees to connect with.
  • When you locate the Lancaster County inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
  • Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr will then need to approve the request before you can send messages.

For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, renting your inmate a tablet, how often you can communicate and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Your messages will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr, and what can I purchase?

Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr 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 ship your order directly to your inmate at Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr.

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. 

Here are the basic details of what they sell and their fees:

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 Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr'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.

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

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr follow these steps:

  • Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr 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 ship your order directly to your inmate at Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr.
  • 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 in Lancaster County before you can even see their commissary products, prices, additional fees, etc. 

NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Lancaster 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 Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Lancaster County.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr using an Online Messaging Service?

Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr uses a secure messaging service call Smart Communications so that inmates can communicate electronically with friends and family members on the outside.

SmartMail allows inmates to communicate safely and quickly with family and friends outside of the jail, prison or detention center. Inmates send and receive electronic letters using a safe and secure computer kiosk or tablet stationed in their institution. THE COST IS JUST $0.50 CENTS; cheaper than a postage stamp and envelope.

  • The message can be sent with postage paid and will be free to open and read for the recipient.
  • Or, the message can be sent collect / "COD" for free and will be paid for by the recipient.
  • To send or receive a message you MUST open a SmartJailMail.com account.
  • Once you open an account, you may search for inmates, prisoners, or detainees to connect with.
  • When you locate the inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
  • They will then need to approve the request before you can send messages.
  • Sending messages with SmartMail is just like sending an e-mail, except it is contained within the SmartJailMail web site. Messages can be delivered instantly or may be held for review depending on the destination facility.
  • Electronic messages are delivered much more quickly than traditional paper mail to the correctional facility so you can stay connected.

More information on how to send and receive messages and photos with an inmate.

How to Send and Receive Secure Text and Email Messages with an Inmate in Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr

To communicate by text or email with an Lancaster County inmate, follow these instructions:

  • To send or receive a message you MUST first open a SmartJailMail.com account.
  • Once you open an account, you may search for Lancaster County inmates or detainees to connect with.
  • When you locate the Lancaster County inmate that you want to connect with, you can send them a connection request.
  • Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr will then need to approve the request before you can send messages.

For all the information you need to send and receive secure messages in the form of text or email with a Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr inmate, including how it works, how much it costs, renting your inmate a tablet, how often you can communicate and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Your messages will be monitored and stored. You may want to refrain from discussing your inmate's court case.

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Are there photos of the Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Lancaster County

What are the other City and County Jails in Lancaster County?

Lancaster County County Jails
Lancaster County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Lancaster Mecklenburg Union Kershaw Fairfield Chesterfield Chester York
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Most Wanted Fugitives

Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Lancaster County, the state of South Carolina and the United States?

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Lancaster County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/9/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 61 56.48%
Black 22 20.37%
Hispanic or Latino 9 8.33%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 4 3.70%
Asian 4 3.70%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 4 3.70%
Other 4 3.70%
Total 108 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lancaster County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/9/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 37 34.26%
Felony (2rd Degree) 17 15.74%
Felony (1st Degree) 0 0.00%
State Jail Felony 3 2.78%
Felony (Uncategorized) 26 24.07%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 25 23.15%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lancaster County Inmate Sex - 6/9/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 96 88.89%
Female 12 11.11%
Total 108 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Lancaster County Inmate Age - 6/9/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 0.93%
18-20 5 4.63%
21-24 10 9.26%
25-30 24 22.22%
31-35 22 20.37%
36-40 19 17.59%
41-45 11 10.19%
46-50 6 5.56%
51-55 4 3.70%
56-60 4 3.70%
61-65 1 0.93%
66-75 1 0.93%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 108 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Department, South Carolina Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

This facility, known as "Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr" is also known as Lancaster County Jail & Detention Ctr, South Carolina, Lancaster.