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Send Photos & Mail at Harnett County Detention Center

How to send messages, photos, and packages

Overview

All non-legal mail at Harnett County Detention Center goes through an offsite scanning service. Address your letter to Harnett County Detention Center with the inmate's full name and ID number, then mail it to the facility's designated PO Box in Greensboro. Phone calls or messaging through PayTel are typically faster if you need quick communication. With the mail-scan system, inmates receive a digital image of your letter—originals are held only briefly, so act fast if you need one returned. For the complete list of item restrictions and formatting rules, check what's posted on the inmates' tablets.

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Quick Facts

  • Harnett County Detention Center uses an offsite mail-scanning service for all non-legal inmate mail.
  • Non-legal mail must be addressed to Harnett County Detention Center with the inmate’s full name and ID and sent to the PO Box in Greensboro.
  • PayTel is the vendor referenced for inmate messaging and phone payments at this facility.
  • A complete list of mail requirements and restrictions for Harnett County Detention Center is posted on the inmate tablets.

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How to Send Mail to an Inmate at Harnett County Detention Center (exact address & tips)

Sending regular mail to someone at Harnett County Detention Center? Your letter will be scanned—the facility uses a mail-scanning service for all non-legal inmate mail. You'll need to send it to a PO Box in Greensboro, not the jail's street address. Include the inmate's full name, their inmate ID number, and Facility ID 5090 so it routes correctly. The detention center posts complete mail requirements and restrictions on inmate tablets.

Common Questions

Where do I send non-legal mail for someone at Harnett County Detention Center?

Send non-legal mail addressed to Harnett County Detention Center and include the inmate’s full name and ID number. Mail it to the facility’s designated PO Box in Greensboro, as specified by the facility.

Will letters to an inmate be scanned or delivered as originals?

Non-legal mail goes through the facility's offsite scanning service. The inmate receives a digital image, and originals are held only briefly—request windows and possible fees may apply.

How can I find the full list of mail rules and restrictions for Harnett County Detention Center?

The full list of mail requirements and restrictions is posted on the inmates’ tablets. Use that list to check item-by-item restrictions and any formatting rules.

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