Duplin County Detention Center

County Jail

Last Updated: September 03, 2024
Address
208 Duplin St, Kenansville, NC 28349
Beds
97
County
Duplin
Phone
910-296-2324
Fax
910-296-2157
Email
denise.mitchell@duplincountync.com
Mailing Address
PO Box 18247, Greensboro, NC 27419

Duplin Co Jail is for County Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County - medium facility.

The phone carrier is PayTel, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is JailATM™ There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

Satellite View of Duplin County Detention Center

You can support your loved ones at Duplin Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 910-296-2324.

When someone you care about gets locked up, it's tough to figure out all the ins and outs of jail life. From sending mail to visiting, there are a lot of things to sort out. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get a handle on how things work here so that you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Duplin Co Jail is a detention center located at 208 Duplin St Kenansville, NC which is operated locally by the Duplin County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Duplin County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Kenansville Police Department, and the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees arrive at the jail regularly, with some being released on bail, placed under pretrial services caseloads, supervised by probation agencies, or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who are not released await their court appearances at the jail, receiving accommodations including bedding and meals.

You can see all the arrest records for North Carolina here.

The Duplin County Detention Center houses a wide range of inmates, from those charged with minor offenses like theft and non-payment of child support to individuals facing serious felony charges such as rape and murder. The facility also utilizes non-violent, minimum-security inmates for various tasks, including assisting in the kitchen, maintaining the sheriff's office grounds, washing vehicles, working on road crews for litter pickup, cleaning public cemeteries, and providing maintenance services at local schools during the summer. Operated under the direction of the sheriff and supervised by a captain and lieutenant, the detention center ensures compliance with state laws and regulations. Upon admission, each inmate has a financial account established, allowing family and friends to deposit funds via money order, which can be used for commissary purchases. Court date information for inmates is accessible on the center's website, with further details available through the Duplin County Clerk of Court.

Individuals who do not post bail within the first twenty-four hours are required to appear before a judge. During this first appearance, conducted either in person or via telephone, the judge informs the arrested person of the charges against them and sets the bond amount.

Following the intake process, which includes property inventory, medical screening, and booking, inmates are assigned to the general population. Housing assignments are based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, to ensure proper management and safety within the facility.

After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.

The jail is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. The environment in the county jail is considered less stressful than that of a prison because the sentences are much shorter.

The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged. You may also send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in North Carolina. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Duplin County Detention Center.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

Inmate Visitation – Main Jail

The Duplin County Detention Center will ensure that confined inmates are provided the opportunity to visit with family, friends, and professionals during times designated for visiting by the Chief Jail Administrator. There are currently three (3) different ways to visit inmates incarcerated at our facility, online via the internet, on a smartphone using the HomeWAV app, and onsite at the Detention Center.

Internet and the HomeWAV app will be the primary form of visitation for all inmates. In the event you do not have access to the internet contact the Chief Jail Administrator for onsite visitation.

Online Visitation

The Duplin County Detention Center now offers online visitation for inmates incarcerated at our facility via the Internet. This video visit may be conducted from a high-speed internet connection with an available webcam, microphone, and speakers.

To set up an account click on homewav.com. You can also use your smartphone by downloading the HomeWAV app on your IOS or Android device.

To set up your account, you’ll need to upload a profile picture of yourself from head to shoulder with no filters or alterations to the image. You’ll also need to upload a clear, readable picture of your government-issued ID. Acceptable IDs are licenses, state IDs or passports.

If you are having difficulties, please visit HomeWAV online Customer Support by clicking HomeWAV Visitor Support is available 7 days a week, 365 days a year. It is recommended to use Chrome or Firefox internet browser for better performance.

To add funds by phone: Using the phone number associated with your account, call HomeWAV’s secure toll-free number at 844-394-6639 and press 1 to make an automated payment.

Onsite Visitation

The Duplin County Detention Center provides onsite inmate visits at the Detention Center. Onsite visitation is only allowed under special circumstances and prior approval of the Chief Jail Administrator.

Inmates are only allowed one (2) on-site visit per week starting over on Sunday. On-site visitation is available every day of the year, including weekends and holidays. All onsite visits are limited to 30 minutes. You may schedule by calling 910-296-2324 Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Visitation Rules

In order to ensure the safety of detention staff, inmates, and their families and friends; the Duplin County Detention Center has put in place rules and guidelines for all visitations. These rules are not meant to be “arbitrary,” but were put in place to ensure the safety of all, and to maintain order in the Detention Center.

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