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Rutherford County, NC Jail and Prison System

Address: 198 North Washington Street, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Phone: 828-287-6160
Fax: 828-287-6476
Website: http://rutherfordcountync.gov/detentioncenter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rutherford-County-Sheriff-Office-NC-163547897054167/

Rutherford County NC Detention Center is a Medium security level County Jail located in the city of Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The facility houses Male who are convicted for crimes which come under North Carolina state and federal laws. The County Jail was opened in 1931 The facility has a capacity of 208 inmates, which is the maximum amount of beds per facility.

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

Visit North Carolina inmate search page for statewide information.

  • 208 Capacity
  • Rutherfordton, NC Judicial District

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

Locating an Inmate in Rutherford County NC Detention Center

The best way to locate or get information of any inmate currently incarcerated in Rutherford 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 Rutherford County NC Detention Center Visiting Rules

For information on official policy that outlines the regulations and procedures for visiting a Rutherford County NC Detention Center inmate contact the facility directly via 828-287-6160 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 Rutherford 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.

USP General Visiting Hours
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
SatFloors 1 & 3 : Last Name A-L : 8:30 am to 10:30 am Floors 1 & 3 : Last Name M-Z : 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Female Visitation : 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
SunFloors 2 & 4 : Last Name A-L : 8:30 am to 10:30 am Floors 2 & 4 : Last Name M-Z 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Trustee Visitation : 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
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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 Rutherford 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 828-287-6160.

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 Rutherford 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 Name" Rutherford County Detention Center 198 North Washington Street Rutherfordton, NC 28139