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Guide for Inmate Family Members: Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center

Overview of the Facility

The Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center, located in Charleston County, South Carolina, serves as the primary correctional facility for the region. This center is responsible for the custody and care of adult inmates, providing security to ensure the safety of both staff and inmates.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center, you can use the facility’s online inmate search tool available here. You will need the inmate’s full name or booking number to search.

Visitation Information and Hours

The detention center has specific visiting hours, and visits are usually allowed based on the last digit of the inmate’s ID number. You need to register and schedule visits using the facility’s online system. For current visitation policies including times, please refer to the facility’s website or call the visitation department at (843) 529-7300.

How to Send Money

Funds can be added to an inmate’s account via TouchPay. You can send money online by visiting the TouchPay website. You need the inmate’s booking number and the facility’s ID.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates at the facility can make outgoing phone calls through a service provided by Securus Technologies. Family and friends can set up accounts to receive calls or pre-pay for the inmate's calls. Additionally, video visitation is available through the Securus Video Connect service, accessible here.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center offers various programs for inmates, including educational and vocational training, religious services, recreational activities, and mental health counseling.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find out if someone is detained at Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center?

Use the facility’s online Inmate Search tool with the inmate's full name or booking number.

What items can I bring to an inmate at the detention center?

Family members are not allowed to bring items directly to inmates. However, you can send mail according to the guidelines available on the detention center's website.

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Charleston County - Sheriff Al Cannon Detention Center Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

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General Stats for South Carolina

South Carolina Total Number of Inmates

27,045

South Carolina Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

26,389

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

298

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

4,638

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

2,436

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

84

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.58

14,575

Female

6.42

1,000

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

50.71

321

Detained

47.39

300

Diverted

0.47

3

Prisons and Jails in South Carolina