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What Acceptable ID Really Means at Durham County Detention

Planning to visit someone at Durham County Detention? The most common check-in problem is simple: showing up without acceptable ID. Here's what the facility accepts.

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Every visitor 18 or older must show valid ID at check-in. No exceptions. If you're an adult, expect to be asked for identification before you can proceed. First-time visitor? Treat this as non-negotiable. Bring an acceptable form of ID (and consider a backup), so you don't get turned away at the front desk.

Forms ID

  • ✓ U.S. Government issued photo identification cards
  • ✓ State government issued photo identification cards
  • ✓ Local government issued photo identification cards
  • ✓ U.S. passports
  • ✓ International passports
  • ✓ Student IDs

Note: The facility's policy requires

Questions about the Durham County Sheriff's Office Inmate Population Search page? Contact the Sheriff's Office at (919) 560-0897 or sheriff@durhamsheriff.org.

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