The Franklin County Detention Complex is a 176 bed jail in the city of Louisburg, Franklin County, North Carolina. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 919-496-2186 .
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 are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
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 North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 919-496-2186 , 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 Franklin County Detention Complex at 919-496-2186 to get it.
Phone: 919-496-2186
Physical Address:
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex, 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 919-496-2186 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case information online, including the daily court dockets for Franklin County.
Franklin County Detention Complex Inmate Search
The Franklin County Detention Complex maintains an average of 176 offenders in custody on any given day. The Franklin County Detention Complex 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 Franklin County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,520 offenders.
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Within Franklin County is the 176-bed Franklin County Detention Complex.
The Complex houses both the law enforcement offices for the county and the jail, in a long, low, brick building.
Offenders arrested in Franklin County that have been charged with both misdemeanors and felonies are housed here until their trial. Inmates sentenced to terms of one year or less will do their time here.
Recent renovations of the Franklin County Detention Complex have provided a capacity increase up to 176, for local, state and federal inmates.
Once a detainee has arrived, they will be processed and assessed to determine housing, medical care, and mental health care. At that point they can make a call to their family, an attorney, or their employer to alert people to where they are and obtain legal representation.
If you believe someone you know is being detained, you can obtain basic information on their presence and bail if available by calling 919-496-2186 .
Visits are twenty minutes long and must be submitted by the inmate the morning of their visit. Each visit must be planned with the inmate, and for safety reasons the names of visitors or the times they are visiting will not be released to the public or by phone. Each visiting day an inmate will provide the names of up to two people that they have arranged a visit with and those are the only ones who will be admitted, with ID, on the day of the visit.
Inmates are also able to exchange letters with people who are not incarcerated and have not recently been released at:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Each envelope must be plain white with the address, return address, and postage only, and it will be checked for contraband.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Franklin County Detention Complex, call the jail’s booking line at 919-496-2186 .
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Franklin County Detention Complex Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Franklin County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Franklin County and other North Carolina and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Franklin County Detention Complex will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
However if you don't want to use a bail bond agent:
Call 919-496-2186 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Franklin County inmate locator.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex? What is the Schedule?
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
919-496-2186
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 919-496-2186 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
Your inmate must tell you the time(s) you can visit. There is no public schedule.
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
919-496-2186
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 919-496-2186 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | HOURS | SEX |
| SUN | 10AM-12PM | FEMALE |
| MON | 12PM-10PM | MALE |
| TUE | 8AM -12PM | FEMALE |
| WED | 12PM-5PM | MALE Last Name N-Z |
| THU | 5PM-10PM | MALE Last Name A-M |
| FRI | 10AM-4PM | MALE Last Name A-M |
| SAT | 4PM-10PM | MALE Last Name N-Z |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Detention Complex’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 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 Franklin County Detention Complex?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Detention Complex’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Franklin County Detention Complex Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 919-496-2186 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Detention Complex’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County Detention Complex’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Franklin County Detention Complex 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 Franklin County Detention Complex 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#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
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 Franklin County Detention Complex 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 Franklin County Detention Complex 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#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
For inmates receiving mail in the Franklin County Detention Complex 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 Franklin County Detention Complex:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
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 Franklin County Detention Complex’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex, and what can I purchase?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Franklin County Detention Complex Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Franklin County Detention Complex
285 T. Kemp Road.
Louisburg, NC 27549
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 919-496-2186 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Detention Complex’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Franklin County Detention Complex using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Franklin County inmate, do the following:
Franklin County Detention Complex uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Franklin County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Franklin County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Franklin County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Franklin County Detention Complex, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Detention Complex’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Franklin County Detention Complex have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Franklin County follow these instructions:
If you have any questions:
For all Franklin County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Detention Complex’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-496-2186 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Franklin County?
This facility, known as "Franklin County Detention Complex" is also known as Franklin County Jail & Sheriff.
