How to find someone in the NC DOC (for families of Richmond Corrections Facility)

Looking for someone who may be in North Carolina state custody - including Richmond Corrections Facility? The NC Department of Public Safety's offender search is the fastest way to start. This statewide tool lets you confirm where someone is and check their current status.

Head to the official NC DOC Offender Search page. You'll find search fields for name and other identifiers, plus filters to narrow your results. You don't need every piece of information - just enough to find the right record.

Step2 Fields to Enter

• ✓ Last Name
• ✓ First Name
• ✓ M.I. (middle initial)
• ✓ Last Name Sounds Like
• ✓ Offender Number
• ✓ Gender
• ✓ Race
• ✓ Ethnic Group
• ✓ Birth Date
• ✓ Age Range (min/max)

Got an offender number? Use it. Nothing else narrows results as quickly. A full birth date also helps separate people with similar names. If you only have part of a name or aren't sure about spelling, you might get a long list - or nothing at all. Start broad with last name (or "Last Name Sounds Like"), then add a first name, birth date, or age range to tighten things up.

The "Offender Status" filter helps you zero in on what you're looking for. Options include All, Active Inmate, Active Probationer/Parolee, and Inactive. Pick the one that matches your situation - whether that's someone currently incarcerated, under community supervision, or an older record.

Step4 Refine Search

• ✓ Try “Last Name Sounds Like” if you’re unsure of spelling
• ✓ Add or adjust the Age Range (min/max) to narrow a big results list
• ✓ Test alternate spellings (or a shortened version of the first name)
• ✓ Search by Offender Number if you have it

Too many matches? Add another identifier. Birth date and age range usually cut the list down fast without accidentally excluding the right person. No matches at all? Loosen your search - try "Last Name Sounds Like," drop extra filters, or test a different spelling before assuming they're not in the system.

Found a record that looks right? Slow down and double-check - especially if the name is common. Compare what you know (birth date, other identifiers) against the listing. Once you're confident you have the right person, use official NC DOC channels to confirm their current location and figure out next steps, like how to contact them. Be cautious with third-party "inmate search" sites that repost information. When something doesn't match what you expect, treat the official record as your starting point.

Stuck? The usual culprits are similar names and small spelling differences. Widen your search first - try "Last Name Sounds Like" or a broader age range - then narrow it once you spot likely matches. Keep in mind that not every situation shows up the way you'd expect on a public page. When accuracy matters - before making plans or sharing information - verify through official NC DOC contact channels rather than relying on details from private sites.