Edgecombe County Detention Center

County Jail

Last Updated: September 03, 2024
Address
3005 Anaconda Rd, Tarboro, NC 27886
Beds
255
County
Edgecombe
Phone
252-641-7936
Fax
252-824-3623
Email
sheriff.knight@co.edgecombe.nc.us
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 2925, PMB 79078, San Antonio, TX 78299-2925

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

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You can support your loved ones at Edgecombe Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 252-641-7936.

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 Edgecombe Co Jail is a detention center located at 3005 Anaconda Rd Tarboro, NC which is operated locally by the Edgecombe 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. Edgecombe County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Tarboro 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 Edgecombe County Detention Center is a modern facility with the capacity to house up to 255 inmates, having undergone significant updates in 1999. In addition to this main facility, the Detention Center Annex, situated within the courthouse at 301 St. Andrews Street, can accommodate up to 93 inmates. Inmates at both locations are provided with three hot meals daily, prepared by a dedicated team of three full-time kitchen staff. The commissary store, available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, allows inmates to purchase items with funds deposited by family and friends. Deposits to inmate commissary accounts are processed and available on the next business day.

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.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, 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 Edgecombe 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

Visiting Times - Visits are $4.50 each for 15 minutes. An inmate is allowed up to 6 visits per day. These visits can be scheduled as two (2) fifteen (15) minute visits back to back or can be spaced out throughout the day. To learn more information and to set up video visitation go to iwebvisit.com.

Attorney Visits: Client attorney visits are by appointment only on Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Attorneys may call 252-641-7921 during normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm to schedule an appointment to visit with their client.

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