Moore County Detention, NC
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Getting a certified birth certificate from Moore County (steps, fees, and ID you need)
Need a certified birth certificate from Moore County? You can request one online through the county's Vital Records portal, or handle it by mail or in person at the Register of Deeds.
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How Moore County Detention Center Handles Reports of Sexual Abuse — What Families Should Know
If your loved one reports sexual abuse or harassment at Moore County Detention Center, you probably want to know two things: what the facility says it will do to keep them safe, and what happens next. This guide breaks down the Moore County Sheriff's Office PREA policy—covering zero tolerance, immediate protection, investigations, and retaliation. It's meant to help you understand the stated process and know what questions to ask. This isn't legal advice.
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How to Use Moore County's Online Inmate Roster to Find Someone in Custody
Trying to confirm whether someone is in custody in Moore County? The county's online inmate roster is the fastest place to start. The results follow a consistent format, making it easy to verify you've found the right person.
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- The JailATM site footer indicates JailATM is associated with Tech Friends, Inc.
- A marriage license in Moore County costs $60.
- A certified copy of a Moore County marriage certificate costs $10.
Inmate Lookup
- Moore County provides a publicly viewable inmate roster listing individual inmates and booking dates at the county roster URL.
- The Moore County Detention Center web application lists inmates and shows charges and days information for entries on the roster.
- North Carolina’s statewide Offender Public Information Search does not include county jail listings; county sheriffs publish separate rosters on their sites.
Contact Info
- Moore County accepts Vital Records requests online.
- The Register of Deeds provides a mailing address and phone number for vital records requests.
- Accepted IDs for vital records requests include a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID.
Facility Info
- Moore County Sheriff's Office enforces a zero-tolerance PREA policy requiring protection, investigation, sanctions, and prohibition of retaliation.
- A North Carolina marriage license is valid for 60 days from issuance.
- Under North Carolina G.S. 130A-26A, it is a felony to fraudulently request or use a certified birth certificate for deception.
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Topic Overviews
Sending Money
Moore County materials link to vendor pages and county fees you may encounter while supporting someone at Moore County Detention. JailATM is associated with Tech Friends, Inc. For family paperwork, Moore County charges $60 for a marriage license, $10 for a certified marriage copy, $10 for other certified vital records, and $0.25 for uncertified copies. In North Carolina, jail deposits typically go through third-party vendors via web or mobile apps, phone deposits, walk-in kiosks, cash-deposit services, or mailed money orders. Funds post to the person's trust/commissary account for purchases and approved debits. Enter the exact booked name and ID on the deposit form.
Inmate Lookup
Moore County provides a public online inmate roster where you can search for people currently in custody by name or other fields. The detention center's web app also lists inmates with charges and days information for each entry. North Carolina's Offender Public Information Search doesn't include county jail rosters—those come from individual sheriff's offices. For county jail bookings, Moore County's local roster is your authoritative source. Results typically include name, charges, booking or arrival dates, and custody status, though exact fields and update timing vary.
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You can submit Vital Records requests online through Moore County, NC. The Register of Deeds also has a mailing address and phone number for mail requests or questions. Bring an acceptable ID—driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Marriage licenses are issued Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (excluding holidays) at the Register of Deeds Office (2nd Floor, 26 Courthouse Square, Carthage, NC). Planning a magistrate ceremony? Call (910-722-5019) the morning you want to get married to schedule an appointment. Don't let your online Access Marriage Application sit—it expires after 30 days. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, have the person's full name and booking ID ready before reaching out.
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Moore County Sheriff's Office maintains a zero-tolerance PREA policy: protect victims, investigate allegations, impose sanctions when appropriate, and prohibit retaliation against anyone who reports. Planning a marriage involving someone in custody? A North Carolina marriage license is valid for 60 days from the date it's issued. Also note: North Carolina law (G.S. 130A-26A) makes it a felony to fraudulently request or use a certified birth certificate. For visits, mail, packages, and commissary, county detention facilities often use on-site video or third-party services, vendor-approved packages, and a commissary or locally run canteen. Check facility pages or contact the jail for Moore County–specific procedures.
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Showing 6 of 12How can I deposit money for someone at Moore County Detention?
North Carolina deposit options include online or mobile apps, phone deposits, walk-in kiosks or retail locations, cash-deposit services, and mailed money orders. Enter the person's full booked name and inmate/account number exactly as shown on the vendor's deposit form.
Sending MoneyWill funds I send go into the inmate’s commissary or trust account?
Deposits through third-party vendors post to the person's trust/commissary account for purchases and approved debits. Any remaining balance is typically returned when the person leaves or transfers, based on vendor and facility procedures.
Sending MoneyHow much does a marriage license cost in Moore County?
A marriage license in Moore County costs $60. A certified copy of a Moore County marriage certificate costs $10.
Sending MoneyHow do I find someone in custody at Moore County Detention Center?
Use Moore County's public online inmate roster on the county website. The detention-center web app also lists inmates and displays charges and days information for each entry.
Inmate LookupDoes North Carolina’s Offender Locator include Moore County jail inmates?
No. North Carolina’s Offender Public Information Search does not include county jail listings, so you’ll need to use Moore County’s local roster for county jail bookings.
Inmate LookupWhat information will I see on Moore County’s online inmate roster?
The roster and detention-center web app list inmates with charges and days information for each entry. Results typically include name, charges, booking or arrival dates, and custody status—though exact fields and update frequency vary.
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Moore County Detention follows the Moore County Sheriff's Office's zero-tolerance PREA policy. This means the facility must protect victims, fully investigate any allegations of sexual abuse or harassment, impose sanctions on those responsible, and prohibit retaliation. If you report abuse, staff are required to follow these steps.
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