Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Inmate Search

The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office provides an online inmate search for the public to lookup information on current and recent inmates in their custody.

The inmate search allows you to search by inmate name or booking number to find details like incarceration status, scheduled release date, bond amount, and charges.

This search tool can be helpful for finding basic information on a friend, loved one, or acquaintance who was recently booked into the Charleston County jail.

However, for any additional details on an inmate’s case or to communicate with an inmate, you will need to contact the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office directly.

The inmate search is just one public service provided by the Sheriff’s Office to promote transparency surrounding arrests and detentions in Charleston County.

Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Inmate Search

The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office offers an online tool for searching information about individuals presently held at the Charleston County Detention Center. Here’s a simple guide on how to use it:

1. Visit the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office website at sheriff.charlestoncounty.org. Click on the “Inmate Search” link in the “Online Services” section.

2. On the inmate search page, input the last name, first name, or booking number of the inmate you are searching for. Alternatively, you can use the date of birth or case number for your search.

3. Click on the “Search” button.

The results will display a list of inmates matching your search criteria, including their name, booking number, booking date, charges, and housing unit.

Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Phone Number

Division	Phone Number	Information
Records Division	(843)554-2450	For a copy of the report, metal permit application, expungement or criminal background check.
Detention Center	(843) 529-7358	For a copy of the report, metal permit application, expungement, or criminal background check.
Patrol Division	(843)529-6216	To contact a patrolling deputy
Detectives	(843)554-2473 or (843)554-2475	To inquire about investigations and for questions about the sex offender registry
Traffic Services	(843)529-5331	Escorts for traffic enforcement, death investigations, funerals and special events.
Warrants Division	(843)529-7391	To check for a warrant and for information about a wanted person
Civil Process	(843)958-2111 or 2133	For more information click here
Judgment Executions	(843)958-2110	For more information click here

FAQs

How do I search for an inmate in Charleston County jail?

You can search for a Charleston County jail inmate online at the Sheriff’s Office website. Enter the inmate’s first and last name or booking number to lookup their status.

What if I can’t find the inmate I’m looking for?

Try these options if the regular search fails to locate the prisoner:

• Verify the name’s spelling a second time.
• If known, try searching by alias.
• For assistance, get in touch with the Charleston County Detention Center immediately at (843) 218-6000.

Can I see a mugshot of the inmate?

Mugshots of the prisoners are not yet available on the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office website.

How can I find out the date of a prisoner’s release?

On the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office website, the approximate release date is typically shown in the results of the inmate search. But there’s a chance that the actual release date will vary. For the most recent information, get in touch with the Detention Center.

Is there a Charleston County inmate lookup?

Yes, Charleston County has an online inmate lookup where you can search for an inmate by name or booking number. It is available on the Sheriff’s Office website.

What is the Charleston County Detention Center address?

The address for the Charleston County Detention Center main jail facility is 3841 Leeds Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405.

How can I visit an inmate in Charleston County jail?

An inmate needs to have been behind bars for at least 72 hours in order to be eligible for a visit. From Sunday till Saturday 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., and 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Visitors who appear to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol won’t be allowed entry into the building. Contact the jail at 843-740-2800/800 844-6591 to learn about scheduling a visit and getting visitation approval.