Gates County Jail

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Gates County Jail Information

The Gates County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Albemarle District Jail 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 the Albemarle District Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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 Albemarle District Jail at 252-335-4844 to get it.

Phone: 252-335-4844

Physical Address:
Gates County Jail
Gatesville, NC

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Albemarle District Jail
210 Executive Drive South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Albemarle District Jail
210 Executive Drive South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909

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How Do You Find Someone in the Gates County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Gates County Jail, 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 252-335-4844 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 Gates County.

Gates County Jail Inmate Search

The Gates County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Gates County Jail 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 Gates County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,961 offenders.

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About the Gates County Jail

The Gates County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Albemarle District Jail 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 the Albemarle District Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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 Albemarle District Jail at 252-335-4844 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How is booking conducted at Gates County Jail?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Gates County Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Gates County Jail:

  • Verifying identification information.
  • Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection.
  • Physical search for contraband or weapons.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Granting a free phone call.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 252-335-4844.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for someone arrested in Gates County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Gates County Jail in , the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 252-335-4844 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

  • Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
  • You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Gates County.
  • County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Gates County, North Carolina, visit the Gates County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Gates County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Gates County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Gates County Jail
Gatesville, NC
252-335-4844

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 252-335-4844 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 252-335-4844 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 Gates County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Gates County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gates County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Gates County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gates County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Gates County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gates County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Gates County Jail, and what can I send them?

Gates County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Gates County Jail 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 Gates County Jail 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 #
Albemarle District Jail
210 Executive Drive South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Albemarle District Jail
210 Executive Drive South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909



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 Gates County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Gates County Jail 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 #
Albemarle District Jail
210 Executive Drive South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Gates County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Gates County Jail 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 Gates County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Albemarle District Jail
210 Executive Drive South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909


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 Gates County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Gates County Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gates County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Gates County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gates County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Gates County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gates County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-335-4844 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Gates County

What are the other City and County Jails in Gates County?

Gates County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Gates County?

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