NCDPS - Sanford Correctional Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 14, 2024
Address
417 Advancement Center Rd, Sanford, NC 27330
Beds
302
County
Lee
Phone
919-776-4325
Fax
919-774-1866
Mailing Address
Box 2490, Sanford, NC 27330

Sanford CC is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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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

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You can support your loved ones at Sanford CC on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 919-776-4325.

Located at 417 Advancement Center Rd in Sanford, NC, Sanford CC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Sanford CC offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

Sanford CC serves as a minimum-security facility for adult males. However, "minimum security" doesn't tell the whole story. This unique prison prioritizes work opportunities and educational programs, fostering rehabilitation and preparing inmates for successful reintegration into society.

Building Skills and Contributing to the Community: Many inmates at Sanford embark on daily off-site jobs, contributing their labor to various endeavors. They join Department of Transportation squads, tackle recycling tasks at the Correction Enterprises Sign Recycling plant, fulfill labor contracts with local governments, and participate in work release programs within Lee County and even at the state's Office of Staff Development and Training. Within the prison walls, inmates find diverse work opportunities in food service, groundskeeping, janitorial duties, and clerical tasks.

Beyond Labor: Investing in Education and Personal Growth: Recognizing the value of education, Sanford Correctional Center collaborates with Central Carolina Community College. This partnership offers inmates access to adult basic education programs and crucial preparation for GED tests, empowering them to earn their high school equivalency and unlock future opportunities.

Beyond academics, the prison prioritizes personal growth. Night programs like Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Yokefellow Bible study, and religious services provide much-needed support and opportunities for self-reflection.

A Legacy of Transformation: Sanford's history reflects a continuous evolution. Initially, it served as one of many field unit prisons built in the late 1930s to house inmates constructing roads across the state. Later, it transformed into a training center for officers before returning to its role as a prison in the 1970s. This history underlines the facility's unwavering commitment to its core mission: rehabilitation and positive change.

Expanding Capacity and Modernization: The General Assembly recognized the growing need for expansion, authorizing the construction of two 50-bed dormitories in 1987 and two more in 1993. Today, the four newer dormitories house 63 inmates each, while the older unit accommodates 46. This expansion reflects the continued focus on providing a conducive environment for rehabilitation and growth.

Sanford Correctional Center stands as an example of a correctional facility going beyond mere confinement. Through diverse work opportunities, educational programs, and a focus on personal development, it empowers its residents to build brighter futures for themselves and contribute meaningfully to society.

Inmate Locator

Sanford CC maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

Visits to NCDPS offenders are by appointment only. Call the prison where the offender is housed to schedule an appointment. Visitors should call the prison the day before a scheduled visit to confirm the facility's visitation status. Also, video visitation now is available at most but not all prisons, so family and friends may be able to do a virtual visit if they prefer. Call the prison for additional information on video visitation at the facility.
Visitation by family and friends is encouraged and can make a positive difference during an offender's time in prison. Prison staff understand the importance of offenders maintaining contact with their family and friends. However, offenders can not be assigned to specific facilities within the prison system for the convenience of visitation.

For more information regarding prisons and visitation, please read the Handbook for Family and Friends of Offenders.
The increased safety and security measures are implemented to address, and ultimately eliminate, the introduction of contraband into state prisons. Any refusal to comply with all search procedures will result in the denial of entrance into the facility. Cell phones are considered contraband and are prohibited from all prison facilities. Appropriate attire is required

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