Cherokee County, NC Jail and Prison System

Address:	577 Regal Street, Murphy, NC 28906
E-mail:	deborah.tucker@cherokeecounty-nc.gov
Phone:	828-837-2521
Website:	https://www.cherokeecounty-nc.gov/304/Detention-Center
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/Cherokee-County-Sheriffs-Office-143241415730238/

Cherokee County NC Detention Center is a Medium security level County Jail located in the city of Murphy, North Carolina. The facility houses male and Female Offender who are convicted for crimes which come under North Carolina state and federal laws. The facility has a capacity of 150 inmates, which is the maximum amount of beds per facility.

The facility is part of Murphy, NC judicial district, which has 0 facilities in total.

Visit North Carolina inmate search page for statewide information.

150 Capacity
Murphy, NC Judicial District

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Cherokee County NC Detention Center?

Locating an Inmate in Cherokee County NC Detention Center

The best way to locate or get information of any inmate currently incarcerated in Cherokee County NC Detention Center is to contact the County Jail for information on the inmate or visit them online at https://www.bop.gov/.

Be Approved

Make sure an inmate you are visiting have placed you on their approved visiting list.

Be Prepared to Cherokee County NC Detention Center Visiting Rules

For information on official policy that outlines the regulations and procedures for visiting a Cherokee County NC Detention Center inmate contact the facility directly via 828-837-2521 phone number.

Visitation Days and Hours

For more information on when you can visit an inmate and get directions contact the County Jail directly.

Visiting a Cherokee County NC Detention Center inmate on holidays:

The inmate will be notified as to any changes to the "normal" visitation schedule due to holidays and/or any special commitments.

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How to Send a Mail/Care Package to an Inmate?

Inmates can receive letters from their family members and friends, as well as packages from home with prior written approval from the inmate's unit team or authorized staff member at Cherokee County NC Detention Center.

To make sure the mail and package you are sending comes under approved item list and for more clarification contact the County Jail administration at 828-837-2521. Another option for contacting the facility is reaching out via email at deborah.tucker@cherokeecounty-nc.gov.

You can also try to contact the facility by reaching out to them on social media platforms. Visit their Facebook page here.

For sending a mail or a care package to an Cherokee County NC Detention Center County Jail inmate you should have the following information on the parcel:

Inmate Mail 1	Inmate Mail 2	Freight and non-USPS parcels	Staff Mail
Inmate's Name (as it appears on wristband) 577 Regal Street Murphy, NC 28906	—	—	—

How To Send Money to an Inmate?

All money orders should be sent directly to Consolidated Banking at the address below:

For detailed information visit: https://www.cherokeecounty-nc.gov/305/Inmate-Finance