The Georgetown County Detention Center is a 212 bed jail in the city of Georgetown, Georgetown County, South Carolina. Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the South Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
The Georgetown Sheriff's Office is building a new facility, which will be located at 2185 Browns Ferry Road in Georgetown, across the street from the current detention center, expected to be finished in 2027.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 843-545-3400, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Georgetown County Detention Center at 843-545-3400 to get it.
Phone: 843-545-3400
Physical Address:
2394 Brown´s Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29442
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Georgetown Detention Center
2394 Browns Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29440
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Georgetown Detention Center
2394 Browns Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29440
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 843-545-3400 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Georgetown County Detention Center Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
The Georgetown County Detention Center maintains an average of 212 offenders in custody on any given day. The Georgetown County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Georgetown County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,040 offenders.
The following charts of Georgetown County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Georgetown County Corrections Department, the state of South Carolina Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Georgetown County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Georgetown County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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The Georgetown County Detention Center stands proudly in Georgetown, SC, and welcomes visitors with steep staircases and bare brick walls. It is the booking facility for the entire county, as well as the holding facility where both state and federal detainees are held. An online look up for inmates is updated frequently and is accessible around the clock, allowing people to determine if a loved one is in the facility or has been arrested and check their bail, or the facility may be contacted directly at 843-545-3400.
On June 7, 2024, George town County officials broke ground on a new 265-bed detention center, that could house up to 500 inmates if needed. The $65 million, 85,800 square foot facility contains the following:
The move-in date is scheduled for February 2027.
Inmates are offenders arrested in Georgetown County that have recently been arrested for a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.
This large facility is capable of housing inmates for both a short time and longer periods and uses one central command center to monitor the multiple security cameras and control access to doors and areas throughout the facility. Inmate worker programs provide assistance to the maintenance of community lands, roads, and parks, while also providing inmates the opportunity to gain new skills and stay active throughout incarceration.
While located within this center all inmates' immediate needs are cared for, including mental health support, medical care, dental repairs, all meals and nutritional requirements, clothing needs, and supervising during work shifts or outdoor time. In support of mental health and the betterment of the lives of the inmates, mail, phone calls, and visits from friends and family who are not incarcerated are encouraged.
Visits can be booked once a person is included on their approved visitors list, and they must not have been incarcerated within the last 90 days before visiting an inmate. Visits will occur every day, with periods of closure around meals only. Approved visitors will be provided with their assigned visiting time, for the safety of the facility visiting hours are not provided to the public, with updates online.
Phones within the common areas of the housing units allow inmates to make outgoing calls to their friends or family only, and the online account provides funding for calls during their recreational time.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Georgetown County Detention Center where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Georgetown County Detention Center:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 843-545-3400.
Once someone is booked at Georgetown County Detention Center in Georgetown after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 843-545-3400 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Georgetown County, South Carolina, see the Georgetown County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
2394 Brown´s Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29442
843-545-3400
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 843-545-3400 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center?
Georgetown County Detention Center uses McDaniel Supply Company for their inmate commissary.
McDaniel Supply operates the JailPackStore website so you can order online using a credit or debit card. They will send the money to your inmate at Georgetown County Detention Center.
JailPackStore has a very cumbersome website that requires you to:
1. register,
2. add a credit or debit card, and then
3. locate your inmate, before you can even deposit funds.
Maximum Deposit - $300
Fee to Deposit Money using a credit or debit card -
Any money that you deposit and don't immediately send will be held as a credit on your account for future disbursement or spend.
For full instructions on how to deposit money to your inmate online, what the fees are, and how to save money doing it this way, check out our inmate money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Georgetown County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Georgetown County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Georgetown County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Georgetown County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Georgetown Detention Center
2394 Browns Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29440
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Georgetown Detention Center
2394 Browns Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29440
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Georgetown County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Georgetown County Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Georgetown Detention Center
2394 Browns Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29440
For inmates receiving mail in the Georgetown County Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Georgetown County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Georgetown Detention Center
2394 Browns Ferry Rd.
Georgetown, SC 29440
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
McDaniel Supply operates the JailPackStore website so you can order online using a credit or debit card. They will ship your order directly to your inmate at Georgetown County Detention Center.
JailPackStore has a very cumbersome website that requires you to: 1. register, 2. add a credit or debit card, and then 3. locate your inmate, before you can even see their commissary products, prices, additional fees, etc.
Commissary products that you can purchase -
Candy, Chips, Meats, Seafood, Writing supplies, Hygeneine Kits, Underwear. These are all in various pre-defined packs ranging in price from $11.00-$27.00. The shipping fee is an additional $4.95.
Maximum Deposit -
$300
Fee to Deposit Money using a credit or debit card -
$3.95 to deposit $10.00 - 25.00
$6.95 to deposit $25.01 - 100.00
$8.95 to deposit $100.01 - 200.00
$10.95 to deposit $200.01 to 300.00
Any money that you deposit and don't immediately spend will be held as a credit on your account for future purchases.
JailPackStore is the Georgetown County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix or Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygeine products, Letter writing materials and Underwear items for sale on their website.
Here is a sample of what you can purchase for your inmate:
SNACKS
$19.75 + $4.95 shipping + $6.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before tax $31.65
MAC'S Pack Caramel Corn 6oz - 1
Bud's Best Butterfinger Cookie 6oz - 1
Chex Mix - Cheddar 1.75oz - 1
Combos Buffalo Blue Cheese - 7oz -1
Creme Cookies 13oz - 1
White Cheddar Cheez-its 1.5oz - 2
Kar's Honey Roasted Peanuts 3.5oz - 1
Kar's Sweet and Salty Mix 2oz - 1
Snyder's Jalapeno Pretzel Pieces 2.25oz - 1
LETTER WRITING MATERIALS
$15.00 + $4.95 shipping + $3.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before taxes $23.90
Stamped Envelopes - 8
Glue Top Writing Pad 8.5x11 - 1
Friendship Greeting Cards w/Stamps – 2
HYGEINE ITEMS
$26.50 + $4.95 shipping + $6.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before taxes $38.40
Degree Extreme Blast Deodorant - 1.7oz - 1
Colgate w/Baking Soda Toothpaste - 6.4oz - 1
Dove Sensitive Skin Soap - 4oz- 2
Suave Advanced Therapy Lotion - 10oz - 1
Garnier Shampoo - 13oz - 1
Axe Body Wash 16oz – 1
If you don't have a bank card and want to see if they will accept a money order for payment call JailPackStore at 800-822-9388. Their hours are Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM.
They are closed Saturday and Sunday.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Georgetown County Detention Center follow these steps:
NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Georgetown County at any one time.
For all information, tips and a list and photos of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Georgetown County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Georgetown County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Georgetown County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Georgetown County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Georgetown County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 843-545-3400 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Georgetown County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Georgetown County?
This facility, known as "Georgetown County Detention Center" is also known as Georgetown County Jail & Detention Center, Georgetown County Jail & Detention Center, South Carolina, Georgetown.
