McCormick County Detention Center

Q: Does McCormick County have bail?

Does McCormick County have bail? Yes, McCormick County recognizes most types of bonds.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in McCormick County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in McCormick County? McCormick County recognizes most types of bonds as listed at this site. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest.

Q: Who can set bail in McCormick County?

Who can set bail in McCormick County? Magistrate or Municipal judges conduct most bond hearings. Circuit Court judges must set bond on charges where the penalty is life imprisonment or death.

Q: When is bail set in McCormick County South Carolina?

When is bail set in McCormick County South Carolina? Bail is set at the bond hearing when the judge sets the amount and conditions of a bond. This will generally occur within 24 hours from the time of arrest, not counting weekends or holidays. During this time, the solicitor learns about the crime and creates the charges. In cases where the crime could result in life imprisonment or death sentence, the bond must be heard in the circuit court at the next term of General Sessions Court.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the McCormick County Detention Center?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the McCormick County Detention Center? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the McCormick County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 864-852-0058. 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. McCormick County Detention Center Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in McCormick County?

What happens during booking in McCormick 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 McCormick 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 McCormick County Detention Center?

What is the booking process like at the McCormick County Detention Center? 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 McCormick County and other South 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 McCormick County Detention Center 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 864-852-0058 during business hours.

Q: How long does the McCormick County Detention Center booking process take?

How long does the McCormick County Detention Center 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 McCormick County Detention Center? 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 McCormick County Detention Center 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 McCormick County Detention Center?

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To search for an inmate in the McCormick 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 864-852-0058 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Offender's Criminal Court Case online.

McCormick 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 McCormick 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 864-852-0058 for further assistance.

The McCormick County Detention Center maintains an average of 18 offenders in custody on any given day. The McCormick 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 McCormick County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.

The following charts of McCormick 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 McCormick 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 McCormick 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 McCormick 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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Question 2

About the McCormick County Detention Center

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McCormick County jail falls under the jurisdiction of the McCormick County Sheriff’s Office. This allows the detention center to be open 24/7 and for the sheriff office to able to assist in emergency responses both throughout the community but also within the jail itself. The facility is a full service facility that offers food services and nutritional meals, laundry for the jail clothing, keeps personal belonging safe for their return upon the inmates release, and offers opportunities to receive mental health support, addictions treatments, and necessary medical care. This is the only facility that is able to hold inmates for longer than 72 hours, and it functions as the main facility for the surrounding area. It houses over 360 inmates over an average year and offers the most advanced security systems. Security cameras ensure staff can see each area and there is constant communication between staff and any volunteers or civilian staff. Pretrial inmates will remain here before and during their trial if they are unable to make bail, and those who are serving sentences of up to one year will remain in this facility. To add funds to the account of any inmate the JailPackStore is used at https://store.jailpackstore.com/store/index, or funds can be added at the jail itself. For phone calls, inmates are permitted outgoing phone calls are through the NCIC network, and this account can be completed at ncic.com. Visiting an inmate can be done either on site or remotely, and they are allowed one visit each week for up to three visitors in each appointment, for one hour at a time. There are visiting hours available on Saturdays from 9:30am until 2pm and on Sundays from 11:30am until 2pm. Remote visits have a wider accessibility and vary depending upon the housing assignment and schedule of each inmate, and these hours will be provided by the inmate during a phone call to plan a visit.

Jail (Main): 864-852-0058
Sheriff: 864-465-2520

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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Understanding the booking process at McCormick County Detention Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to McCormick 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 McCormick County Detention Center:

Personal identification verification.
Taking photographs (mugshots).
Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
Possibly collecting DNA samples.
Performing a full-body search.
Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
Allowing one phone call.

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 864-852-0058.

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Directions / Map to the McCormick County Detention Center

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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Paying bail for someone in custody in McCormick County

Once someone is booked at McCormick County Detention Center in McCormick 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 864-852-0058 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
A licensed bail bond agent in McCormick County can help cover bail.
Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in McCormick County, South Carolina, see the McCormick County Detention Center Bail FAQ.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the McCormick County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

McCormick County Detention Center Visitation Schedule
211 W. Augusta St.
McCormick, SC 29835
864-852-0058

One visit per inmate per week.
Three people maximum per visit.
Each visit will be one hour.
Visitation schedule subject to change. Call 864-852-0058 to confirm before coming to facility.

DAY	TIME
SATURDAY	9:30AM - 2:00PM
SUNDAY	11:30AM - 2:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCormick County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 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 McCormick County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCormick County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 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 McCormick County Detention Center?

How to Deposit Money Online for an inmate in McCormick County Detention Center

McCormick 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 McCormick 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 -

$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 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 McCormick County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 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 McCormick County Detention Center?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in McCormick County Detention Center?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in McCormick County follow these instructions:

McCormick County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
Choose South Carolina.
Choose McCormick County Detention Center
Select your Inmate.
Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by McCormick County Detention Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

Adding funds to your account - $3.00
Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
Cost of an interstate (ex. South Carolina to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
Cost of an intrastate (ex. South Carolina to South Carolina) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with McCormick County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits 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 McCormick County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the McCormick County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

McCormick County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The McCormick 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 McCormick 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 #
McCormick County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1236
McCormick, SC 29835

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McCormick County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1236
McCormick, SC 29835

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 McCormick 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 McCormick 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 #
McCormick County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1236
McCormick, SC 29835

McCormick County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the McCormick 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 McCormick County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McCormick County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1236
McCormick, SC 29835

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 McCormick County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the McCormick County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

McCormick 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 ship your order directly to your inmate at McCormick 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.

Here are the basic details of what they sell and their fees:

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 McCormick 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.

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

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

McCormick 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 ship your order directly to your inmate at McCormick 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 in McCormick County before you can even see their commissary products, prices, additional fees, etc.

NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in McCormick 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 McCormick County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for McCormick County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McCormick County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 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 McCormick 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 McCormick County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the McCormick 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 McCormick County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 864-852-0058 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the McCormick County Detention Center? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails in McCormick County

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

McCormick County County Jails

McCormick County Detention Center

McCormick County Juvenile Facilities

McCormick County Juvenile Detention Center

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Question 16

Other Jails Nearby

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

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McCormick County Detention Center

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McCormick County Detention Center Information

Understanding the booking process at McCormick County Detention Center

Paying bail for someone in custody in McCormick County

How to Deposit Money Online for an inmate in McCormick County Detention Center

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in McCormick County Detention Center?

McCormick County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

McCormick County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

McCormick County Detention Center uses McDaniel Supply Company for their inmate commissary.

Here are the basic details of what they sell and their fees:

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

Search for an Inmate in McCormick County

McCormick County Detention Center

Search for an Inmate in McCormick County

McCormick County Detention Center Information

Understanding the booking process at McCormick County Detention Center

Paying bail for someone in custody in McCormick County

How to Deposit Money Online for an inmate in McCormick County Detention Center

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in McCormick County Detention Center?

McCormick County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

McCormick County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

McCormick County Detention Center uses McDaniel Supply Company for their inmate commissary.

Here are the basic details of what they sell and their fees:

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

Search for an Inmate in McCormick County

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