Lexington County Detention Center, SC
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How to Visit Lexington Co Jail (SC)
Visiting someone at the Lexington County Detention Center comes down to two options: in-person or online. Here's what you need to know, and what to confirm before you go.
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How to Contact an Inmate at Lexington Co Jail (SC)
Having the right phone number saves time when you need to reach someone at the Lexington County Detention Center. Here are the verified contacts, organized by what you need help with.
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How to Send Money to Lexington Co Jail (SC)
You can deposit funds to an inmate's account at the Lexington County Detention Center. The Sheriff's Office confirms deposits are available but doesn't publish the exact payment methods, vendor, fees, limits, or processing times. Verify those details before sending money.
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Visitation
- You can schedule an in-person or online visit with a Lexington County Detention Center inmate.
- For detention-center information and scheduling help call 803-785-2740.
- Visitors generally must be on the inmate’s approved visiting list and complete required visitor paperwork before scheduling visits.
Communication
- For all detention center information (visitation, telephone calls, inmate financial matters), call 803-785-2740.
- The Lexington County Sheriff's Department main phone number is 803-785-8230.
- The detention center medical unit can be reached at 803-951-3490.
Sending Money
- You can deposit funds to an inmate's financial account at the Lexington County Detention Center.
- Online and kiosk deposits usually post quickly, sometimes within minutes.
- Mailed money orders or cashier's checks are processed only after the processor receives them, so they typically take longer to post.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Lexington County Detention Center offers both in-person and online visits, so you can choose whichever works best. For help setting up a visit or questions about the process, call 803-785-2740. Before any visit (virtual or in-person), you'll generally need to be on the inmate's approved visiting list and complete any required visitor forms and background checks. Plan ahead for check-in: bring valid identification and arrive early. For online visits, test your device beforehand and sign in early to avoid connection issues. If you can't make your appointment, cancel according to the facility's rules. A missed visit that isn't cancelled may still count against your allowed visits.
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Start with the detention center information line at 803-785-2740 if you need help contacting an inmate at Lexington County Detention Center. This is the main number for questions about visitation, telephone access, and inmate financial matters. For broader Sheriff's Department questions, call the Lexington County Sheriff's Department main line at 803-785-8230. Health-related concerns go to the detention center medical unit at 803-951-3490. Remote communication typically includes phone calls, video visits, and electronic messaging, but third-party vendors usually run these services. That means account setup, billing, and technical support are handled through the vendor's portal, not the facility itself. Before expecting digital contact, confirm you're on the inmate's approved contact list and follow the vendor's steps: creating an account, completing identity verification, and booking ahead when required.
Read full guideSending Money
Lexington County Detention Center accepts deposits to an inmate's financial account. You can typically add funds through the facility's approved online portal, lobby kiosks, walk-in retail locations, money-transfer services, or by mailing a money order or cashier's check. Need the money to show up fast? Online, phone, and kiosk deposits generally post within minutes. Mailed payments take longer since processing doesn't start until the processor receives them. For online or kiosk transactions, have the inmate's full name and ID number ready, and enter account details in the provider's required format to avoid delays. Most commissary or trust deposits are final and nonrefundable, so review the processor's terms before submitting payment.
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Showing 6 of 9How do I schedule a visit with an inmate at Lexington County Detention Center?
You can schedule either an in-person visit or an online visit with an inmate at Lexington County Detention Center. For scheduling help or questions, call 803-785-2740.
VisitationDo I need to be on an approved visiting list before I can schedule a visit?
Yes. Visitors generally must be on the inmate’s approved visiting list and complete any required visitor applications and background checks before scheduling.
VisitationWhat should I bring and do before arriving for a visit?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID that matches the name on the approved visiting list. Minors generally need birth documentation. Arrive early for check-in and security screening. For virtual visits, test your device ahead of time and sign in early.
VisitationHow can I contact an inmate at Lexington County Detention Center?
Call the detention center information line at 803-785-2740 for questions about contacting an inmate. Phone, video, and electronic messaging are often provided by third-party vendors, which usually means separate vendor accounts and scheduling.
CommunicationDo I need to be approved or create an account to receive video or electronic messages?
Generally, yes. You'll need to be on the inmate's approved contact list and use the vendor's portal. This may require creating an account, verifying your identity, and booking visits in advance.
CommunicationWho do I call for medical or urgent inmate concerns at Lexington County Detention Center?
For medical concerns, call the detention center medical unit at 803-951-3490. For other urgent issues, you can also call the detention center information line at 803-785-2740 or the Sheriff’s main line at 803-785-8230.
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This page covers Lexington County Detention Center in South Carolina. For general questions, call the Lexington County Sheriff's Department main number at 803-785-8230.
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