South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) is an administrative office
in Columbia, South Carolina. This location does not hold inmates, detainees, or any incarcerated individuals. It is a government administrative office that handles operational, administrative, or supervisory functions for the correctional or supervision system.
If you are trying to locate someone in custody or get information about a specific facility, you will need to contact the facility directly or use the resources below.
To find an inmate currently in South Carolina custody, use InmateAid's inmate locator or visit InmateAid's South Carolina resources hub for a complete directory of active South Carolina facilities.
For information about specific facilities operated under the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC)'s authority, contact 803-896-8500 or visit South Carolina's official correctional system website. InmateAid's South Carolina resources hub links to official inmate search tools for South Carolina.
If you need help finding the right contact for your situation, reach out to InmateAid and we will point you in the right direction.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC)
Are there inmates held at this location?
No. South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) is an administrative office, not a detention facility. No inmates, detainees, or supervised individuals are held at this address.
I am looking for someone in South Carolina custody - where do I start?
Use InmateAid's inmate locator to search by name across South Carolina facilities. InmateAid's South Carolina resources hub also links to the official South Carolina inmate search system.
How do I contact the right office for my situation?
Call 803-896-8500 and describe what you need - staff can direct you to the correct department, facility, or supervising officer. For general South Carolina correctional system contacts, visit the South Carolina resources hub.