Spartanburg County Detention Facility - Annex I

You can support your loved ones at Spartanburg Co Jail Annex I on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 864-596-2607.

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 Spartanburg Co Jail Annex I is a detention center located at 180 Magnolia St Spartanburg, SC which is operated locally by the Spartanburg 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. Spartanburg County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Spartanburg 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 South Carolina here.

Annex I is situated adjacent to the rear of the Spartanburg County Judicial Center. The building, constructed in 1956-57 and occupied in 1958, originally contained 115 beds with a rated capacity of 82. Subsequent changes in space utilization led the South Carolina Department of Corrections to re-rate its capacity to 64 beds.

In 1994, due to overcrowding at the main detention facility, Annex I was reopened with a revised rating of 27 single cells to meet the direct supervision ratio requirements for Spartanburg County facilities. Currently, the Department of Corrections has tentatively agreed to permit a variance from the single cell ratio formula, allowing for a re-rating of the facility to 76-bed spaces, contingent upon the completion of repairs and authorization of staff following an approved classification plan.

Current Utilization - While permanent approval for full-time use by the SC DOC remains pending due to unresolved air circulation issues, Annex I serves several critical functions:

1. Court Holding and Intake Facility:

   • Operates from approximately 0700 hours to 1900 hours.
   • Used for inmates going to or coming from court.

2. Juvenile Holding Facility:

   • Holds juveniles for up to six hours while they await court appearances or transfer to the Department of Juvenile Justice.

3. Emergency Overflow Facility:

   • Utilized on weekends to house adult male inmates.
   • Can serve as alternative housing in emergencies if the jail population significantly increases.

Annex I's flexible use underscores its importance in managing inmate populations and ensuring that both adult and juvenile detainees have appropriate and secure holding spaces during court-related processes and in cases of overcrowding at the main 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.