The Greene County Detention Center is a 96-bed jail located in the city of Snow Hill, Greene County, North Carolina. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 252-747-4700.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the North Carolina State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Greene County Detention Center at 252-747-4700 for assistance.
Phone: 252-747-4700
Physical Address:
301 North Greene Street
Snow Hill, NC 28580
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Greene County Detention Center
Facility ID Number 5077
PO Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Greene County Detention Center
301 North Greene Street
Snow Hill, NC 28580
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Greene 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 252-747-4700 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 Greene County.
Greene County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Greene County Detention Center maintains an average of 96 offenders in custody on any given day. The Greene 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 Greene County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,920 offenders.
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Situated right in town, the 96 bed Greene County Detention Center and Greene County Sheriff Office share a building where all offenders, both misdemeanor and felony, are booked and held as they wait for their trial. With most inmates being in the jail for less than one year, short sentences may also be served here. In addition to the local offenders, other counties may access these services for their own inmates when they run out of space, and this program brings in a bit of money to support the programming that is in place.
Medical professionals are available to meet full medical needs of all inmates, meals are provided, mental health care is provided, and there are services in place to ensure that inmates may remain in contact with their friends and family members who are awaiting their release.
Mail is routed through a post office box so only letters and postcards are accepted, with both the correct mailing address and a return address easily visible on the envelope. Letters must be 10 pages or less, must have no additional markings or items on or in the envelope, no polaroids are permitted, but hand written or typed pages (and a photograph of appropriate content) is allowed.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Greene County Detention Center
Facility ID Number 5077
PO Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Greene County Detention Center
301 North Greene Street
Snow Hill, NC 28580
Outgoing phone calls can be made from the phone banks that are found in the housing units of the jail, and this allows for inmates to call their family, their friends, and their legal representation.
Visits are available by video on weekends only, with inmates last named A-J on Saturdays and K-Z on Sundays during the period of 1:00pm to 3:00pm only.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Greene County Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Greene County Detention Center typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 252-747-4700.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Greene County Detention Center in Snow Hill for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 252-747-4700 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Greene County, North Carolina, visit the Greene County Detention Center Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Greene County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
301 North Greene Street
Snow Hill, NC 28580
252-747-4700
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 252-747-4700 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES | |
| SUN | 1:00 - 3:00PM | K - Z |
| SAT | 1:00 - 3:00PM | A - J |
Greene County Detention Center uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
Greene County Detention Center uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate with video.
It works like this:
For more information, including dress codes, rules and guidelines, visiting hours and more, check out our Visitation Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 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 Greene County Detention Center?
Greene County Detention Center uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Greene County Detention Center?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Greene County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Greene County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Greene County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Greene County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Greene County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Greene County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Greene 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 Greene 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#
Greene County Detention Center
Facility ID Number 5077
PO Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Greene County Detention Center
301 North Greene Street
Snow Hill, NC 28580
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 Greene 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 Greene 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#
Greene County Detention Center
301 North Greene Street
Snow Hill, NC 28580
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Greene County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select North Carolina.
3. Select Greene County Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Greene County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Greene County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Greene County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Greene County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Greene County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
How inteleMESSAGE Works
Cost to send messages
Paytel App Download
Check to see if Tablets are Available in Greene County Detention Center for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Greene County Detention Center follow these steps:
How inteleMESSAGE Works
For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Greene County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Greene County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Greene County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
Contact Paytel online, or call the Greene County Detention Center directly at 252-747-4700 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Greene County? Read the following:
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
Contact Paytel online, or call the Greene County Detention Center directly at 252-747-4700 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Greene County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252-747-4700 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Greene County?
This facility, known as "Greene County Detention Center" is also known as Greene County Jail, Greene County Jail , Greene County Jail , North Carolina, Greene.
