Hertford County Jail

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Hertford County Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Hertford County Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Hertford County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 252 358-7840. 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. Hertford County Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Hertford County?

What happens during booking in Hertford County? 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 Hertford 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Hertford County Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Hertford County Jail? 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 Hertford 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? 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. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Hertford County Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 252 358-7840 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Hertford County Jail booking process take?

How long does the Hertford County Jail booking process take? 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Hertford County Jail? 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 Hertford County Jail 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Hertford County Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Hertford 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 252 358-7840 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 Hertford County.

Hertford County Jail Inmate Search

The Hertford County Jail maintains an average of 124 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hertford 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 Hertford County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,480 offenders.

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Question 2

About the Hertford County Jail

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Interesting Facts about the Hertford County Jail: As of the 2020 census, the population of Hertford County was 21,552.The county is located in the northeast side of North Carolina on the Virginia border. Male cell blocks house 50 inmates and female cell blocks house 36 inmates. There are seven isolation cells. Visitation takes place twice weekly, Thursday and Sunday from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm for males and 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm for females.

The 124-bed Hertford County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Hertford County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.

It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 252 358-7840, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.

Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.

Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.

The Hertford County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.

Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.

Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.

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 #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

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 #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

Jail (Main): 252 358-7840

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How does the booking process work at Hertford County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Hertford County Jail 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 Hertford County Jail typically includes the following steps:

Verifying identity.
Taking a mugshot.
Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
DNA collection, if required.
Conducting a thorough search.
Confiscating personal belongings.
Providing a free phone call.

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 252 358-7840.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Hertford County Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Hertford County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Hertford County Jail in Winton 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 252 358-7840 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
A licensed bail bondsman in Hertford County can assist with payment.
Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral.

For more information on the bail process in Hertford County, North Carolina, visit the Hertford County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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

Hertford County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986
252 358-7840

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 252 358-7840 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 252 358-7840 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	1:00PM - 4:00PM	MALES
SUNDAY	4:00PM - 5:00PM	FEMALES
THURSDAY	1:00PM - 4:00PM	MALES
THURSDAY	4:00PM - 5:00PM	FEMALES

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hertford County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hertford County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Hertford County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Hertford County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Hertford County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Hertford County Jail follow these steps:

Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Hertford County.
After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
Choose North Carolina, then choose Hertford County Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate.
Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Hertford County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Hertford County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Hertford County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Hertford County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hertford County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do Inmates in Hertford County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Hertford County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

Register here,
contact them online, or
call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Hertford 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 Hertford County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Hertford County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Hertford 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 Hertford 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 #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

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 Hertford County Jail 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 Hertford 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 #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

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

For inmates receiving mail in the Hertford 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 Hertford County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Hertford County Jail
701 North Taylor Street
Winton, NC 27986

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 Hertford County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

Answer

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Hertford County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Hertford County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Hertford County Jail.

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Hertford County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Hertford County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Hertford County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Hertford County Jail follow these steps:

Go to JailATM, choose North Carolina, then choose Hertford County Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
Select the products you want shipped to them at Hertford County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Hertford County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Hertford County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Hertford County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hertford County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Hertford County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel.

How inteleMESSAGE Works

The Hertford County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Hertford County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging.
You must visit the Pay Tel website, login to your account, and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link in order to send or check for messages. You will not be notified of messages by any other method.
All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.

Cost to send messages

The sender of the message is charged $.50 per message. Rates are subject to change.
For friends and family outside of a facility, this amount is deducted from the prepaid account balance or charged to your direct bill account.
For inmates, the amount is charged to the inmate and deducted from the inmate’s debit account.
There is no charge to read a message that was sent to you.

Paytel App Download

Check to see if Tablets are Available in Hertford County Jail for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Hertford County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Hertford County Jail follow these steps:

How inteleMESSAGE Works

The Hertford County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Hertford County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.

For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Hertford County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Hertford County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hertford County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Hertford County Jail for a small monthly fee.

Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:

Phone Calls
Messages (email / texts)
Educational applications
Entertainment (movies, games, television, music)
Hertford County Jail information (rules, guidelines, visitation schedules, etc.)
Legal research
Medical requests
Programs (anger management, drug recovery, job skills, parenting, etc.)

Contact Paytel online, or call the Hertford County Jail directly at 252 358-7840 to rent a tablet for your inmate.

If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:

Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Hertford County Jail

How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Hertford County? Read the following:

Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:

Phone Calls
Messages (email / texts)
Educational applications and Entertainment
Legal Research
and much more!

Contact Paytel online, or call the Hertford County Jail directly at 252 358-7840 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 Hertford County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hertford County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 252 358-7840 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Hertford County Jail Information

How does the booking process work at Hertford County Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Hertford County?

Hertford County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Hertford County

How Do Inmates in Hertford County Jail Make Phone Calls?

Register here,

contact them online, or

call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.

Hertford County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Hertford County Jail

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Hertford County

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Hertford County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Hertford County

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Hertford County Jail for a small monthly fee.

Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Hertford County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Hertford County

Hertford County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Hertford County

Hertford County Jail Information

How does the booking process work at Hertford County Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Hertford County?

Hertford County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Hertford County

How Do Inmates in Hertford County Jail Make Phone Calls?

Register here,

contact them online, or

call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.

Hertford County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Hertford County Jail

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Hertford County

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Hertford County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Hertford County

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Hertford County Jail for a small monthly fee.

Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Hertford County Jail

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