Find an Inmate at Carteret Corrections Center, NC
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Quick Facts
- For questions about the online inmate inquiry, call the Carteret County Sheriff's Office at 252-504-4832.
- For emergencies involving an incarcerated person, call 911.
- Before calling the facility or sheriffâs office, have the personâs full name and offender/booking ID ready.
- For court-related questions, contact the county clerk of court or state eâcourts rather than the detention facility inquiry line.
Common Questions
What number do I call for the online inmate inquiry at Carteret Corrections Center?
Call the Carteret County Sheriffâs Office at 252-504-4832 for questions about the online inmate inquiry.
Should I call 911 for an emergency involving someone at the detention center?
Yes. For emergencies involving an incarcerated person, call 911 right away rather than the non-emergency inquiry line.
What information should I have ready before contacting the sheriffâs office about an inmate?
Have the personâs full name and their offender or booking ID ready, along with a brief description of what youâre trying to find out.
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