Jails Prisons in Wake County, North Carolina

The county jail system operates under the county sheriff's authority and houses individuals awaiting trial, serving misdemeanor sentences, and awaiting transfer to state prison following conviction. There are 12 Jails Prisons locations in Wake County, North Carolina.

County residents with questions about bail, pretrial release, or inmate services should contact the county jail's main administrative office, while those seeking information about state-sentenced individuals should contact the state department of corrections.

Residents of Wake County can deposit funds to an inmate's commissary account through the county jail's online portal or approved third-party services. Contact the jail's administrative office for accepted deposit methods, maximum amounts, and any processing fees that apply.

You may also find Jails Prisons locations in neighboring counties including Wake, Granville, Johnston.