NCDPS - Wake Correctional Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 14, 2024
Address
1000 Rock Quarry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Beds
414
County
Wake
Phone
919-733-7988
Fax
919-733-9166
Email
cpvisit@doc.state.nc.us

Wake 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

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 State - minimum facility.

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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 Wake CC on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 919-733-7988.

Located at 1000 Rock Quarry Rd in Raleigh, NC, Wake CC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Wake 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.

WCC isn't just a minimum-security facility for its 414 male residents. It's a unique hub of work, education, and rehabilitation, paving the way for a brighter future.

The heart of WCC lies in its extensive work program. Around 80% of inmates leave the facility daily, participating in incentive wage work assignments with various state agencies across Wake County. From maintaining the Governor's Mansion to assisting at the DMV, they gain valuable work experience and contribute meaningfully to the community. Opportunities extend beyond government agencies, with some inmates working at nearby correctional facilities or participating in the work release program, gaining employment within the community closer to their release date.

Yet, WCC doesn't solely focus on external work. Within the facility, inmates can tackle tasks like landscaping, food service, and maintenance, earning incentive wages while developing transferable skills. This practical experience is complemented by robust educational programs. Wake Technical Community College partners with WCC to offer full-time vocational training in fields like HVAC and electrical wiring, equipping inmates with marketable skills they can use upon release.

Academic pursuits are equally encouraged. GED courses and college-level options open doors to educational advancement, while programs like Blueprint Reading and Horticulture provide specialized knowledge. This commitment to learning extends beyond textbooks. The Family Enrichment Program, in partnership with Vinebrook Family Services, offers invaluable support to inmates and their families, addressing marriage and family issues to strengthen connections and prepare them for successful reintegration.

WCC's story isn't just about confined walls and numbers. It's a narrative of empowerment, opportunity, and second chances. Through its diverse work programs, comprehensive educational offerings, and family support initiatives, WCC empowers its residents to build brighter futures for themselves and their loved ones, one step at a time.

Inmate Locator

Wake 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.

Get an Arrest Record immediately.

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.

Ask The Inmate

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