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Oriental Police Jail, North Carolina Guide for Inmate Family Members

Overview of Oriental Police Jail

Oriental Police Jail is a short-term police jail located at 507 Church Street, Oriental, NC, primarily used for housing prisoners for less than 24 hours. Most inmates in this facility are held awaiting trial or sentencing, or are serving brief sentences for minor offences.

Contact Information

  • Address: 507 Church Street, Oriental, NC, 28571
  • Phone Number: (252) 249-0365
  • There is no available public website or email for further contact.

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate in the Oriental Police Jail, you can call the facility directly at (252) 249-0365 during their operating hours. The police department can provide the status of an inmate and guide you on further steps needed for communication.

Visitation Information

Visitation rights are granted but may be restricted by the jail's administration for security reasons. It is recommended to call ahead and confirm the visitation hours and any specific regulations that must be followed.

How to Send Money

As the Oriental Police Jail holds inmates for a short duration, they typically do not have a system for receiving money. It is advisable to contact the facility directly for the latest guidelines.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates may be allowed to make phone calls under supervision, but video visitation facilities are not available at this location. Specific details can be obtained by contacting the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Given the type and duration of detainees held at the Oriental Police Jail, extensive programs or services are not typically available. However, basic necessities and rights are provided to all inmates.

Security and Management Information

The jail is managed by the local police department in Oriental, ensuring security with stringent protocols designed for short-term holding facilities.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates are ensured their legal rights including access to a lawyer and a right to a speedy trial. Visitation rights are granted, contingent on abiding by the jail's regulations.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves recording of the detainee's personal information, a background check, and confiscation of personal belongings for security reasons. Release processes are expedited, typically occurring after bail has been posted or the court issues a release order.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the visitation hours at Oriental Police Jail?

Visitation hours are not set publicly due to the fluctuating nature of the jail's operation. Contact the facility directly to get current visitation hours.

Can I send mail to an inmate at Oriental Police Jail?

Due to the short-term nature of detention, mail services may not be permissible. It is recommended to ask the facility staff directly for any exceptions.

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General Stats for North Carolina

North Carolina Total Number of Inmates

48,721

North Carolina Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

65,808

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

267

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

13,419

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

4,171

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

33

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.94

26,360

Female

7.06

2,001

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

79.44

591

Detained

18.55

138

Diverted

0.81

6

Prisons and Jails in North Carolina