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Hertford County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Hertford County Jail is a detention facility located in Winton, North Carolina. It serves as the primary correctional institution for Hertford County, housing both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 701 N. King Street, Winton, NC 27986
Phone: (252) 358-7861
Website: Hertford County Sheriff's Office

Inmate Locator

To locate an inmate, you can call the jail directly at (252) 358-7861 or use the North Carolina Victim Notification Service (VINE) at VINELink.

Visitation Information

Visitation hours and policies may vary. Please contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and procedures.

Sending Money

Inmates can receive money through various methods. Contact the jail for specific instructions on how to send money to inmates.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make phone calls. For information on how to set up an account or add funds for phone calls, contact the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Hertford County Jail may offer various services and programs to inmates, such as educational courses, religious services, and substance abuse treatment. Contact the facility for more information on available programs.

Security and Management

The Hertford County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the management and security of the jail. They ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to attorney visits. For specific information on legal and visitation rights, contact the facility or consult with a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. For information on the release process, contact the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved personal items. Contact the jail for a list of permitted items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

To send mail to an inmate, address it to: Inmate Name, Hertford County Jail, 701 N. King Street, Winton, NC 27986. Include the inmate's full name and ID number if known.

What should I do if I have concerns about an inmate's welfare?

If you have concerns about an inmate's welfare, contact the Hertford County Jail administration directly at (252) 358-7861.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Hertford County Jail. If you are have completed a Hertford County Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Hertford County Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Hertford County Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

701 North Taylor Street, Winton, NC, 27986

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 252-358-7840 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Hertford County Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

Hertford County Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

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Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

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Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Hertford County Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Hertford County Jail.

General Stats for North Carolina

North Carolina Total Number of Inmates

48,721

North Carolina Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

65,808

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

267

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

13,419

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

4,171

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

33

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.94

26,360

Female

7.06

2,001

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

79.44

591

Detained

18.55

138

Diverted

0.81

6

Prisons and Jails in North Carolina