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York Police Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The York Police Jail is a short-term holding facility located in York, South Carolina. It primarily serves as a temporary detention center for individuals arrested by the York Police Department before they are transferred to larger county facilities or released.

Contact Information

Address: 12 N Roosevelt St, York, SC 29745
Phone: (803) 684-4141
Website: York Police Department

Locating an Inmate

To locate an inmate at York Police Jail, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. Due to the temporary nature of this facility, inmates are typically transferred to the York County Detention Center for longer stays.

Visitation Information

As this is a temporary holding facility, visitation is generally not permitted. Inmates are usually transferred to larger facilities for extended stays where visitation may be possible.

Sending Money

For short-term stays at York Police Jail, sending money is typically not necessary. If an inmate is transferred to York County Detention Center, information on sending money will be provided at that facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Due to the temporary nature of this facility, phone calls and video visitation are generally not available. These services may become accessible if an inmate is transferred to a larger facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

As a short-term holding facility, York Police Jail does not typically offer extensive inmate services or programs. Basic needs such as meals and medical attention are provided as necessary.

Security and Management

The York Police Jail is managed by the York Police Department and adheres to standard security protocols for temporary holding facilities.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at York Police Jail have the right to legal representation. Due to the short-term nature of stays, regular visitation is not typically permitted.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release may occur through posting bail, being released on own recognizance, or transfer to another facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do inmates typically stay at York Police Jail?

Inmates typically stay at York Police Jail for short periods, usually less than 72 hours. Those requiring longer detention are usually transferred to York County Detention Center.

Can I visit an inmate at York Police Jail?

Visitation is generally not permitted at York Police Jail due to its function as a temporary holding facility. Inmates are usually transferred to larger facilities for extended stays where visitation may be possible.

How can I find out if someone is being held at York Police Jail?

To inquire about an individual's status at York Police Jail, contact the facility directly at (803) 684-4141. Be prepared to provide the person's full name and date of birth.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for York Police Jail. If you are have completed a York Police 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 York Police 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 York Police Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

12 N Roosevelt Street, York, SC, 29745

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 803-684-4141 .

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 York Police 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.
How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the York Police Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

York Police Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to York Police Jail.

General Stats for South Carolina

South Carolina Total Number of Inmates

27,045

South Carolina Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

26,389

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

298

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

4,638

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

2,436

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

84

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.58

14,575

Female

6.42

1,000

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

50.71

321

Detained

47.39

300

Diverted

0.47

3

Prisons and Jails in South Carolina