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York County Detention Center Guide for Family and Friends

Overview of York County Detention Center

The York County Detention Center is a medium-security facility located in York, South Carolina. It serves as the primary holding facility for individuals awaiting trial or serving sentences for misdemeanor charges within York County. The detention center is dedicated to maintaining security while providing a safe environment for inmates and staff.

Contact Information

Address: 1675-3A York Highway, York, SC 29745, USA

Phone Number: (803) 628-3083

Website: York County Detention Center Page

Email: Not publicly available. Please use the website contact form.

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the York County Detention Center, use the inmate search tool available on the York County Detention Center website. You will need the inmate's full name and date of birth to perform a search.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at the York County Detention Center is by appointment only. Each inmate is allowed one visit per week, with a maximum of two visitors per visit. All visitors must register and be approved in advance. Check the detention center’s website or call for the current visitation schedule and visitor registration procedures.

Visitation Rules:

  • Valid photo ID is required for all visitors.
  • Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • All visitors are subject to search and must adhere to the dress code specified on the website.

Sending Money to an Inmate

Family and friends can send money to inmates via the Access Corrections website. You will need the inmate’s ID to make a deposit. Funds are typically available within 24 hours and can be used by inmates to purchase items from the commissary.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at the York County Detention Center are allowed to make outgoing calls using a prepaid account or collect calls. For video visitation options, refer to the facility’s website or contact the administration office for the latest offerings and setup procedures.

Inmate Services and Programs

The facility offers a variety of programs aimed at rehabilitation and education, including:

  • GED preparation and testing
  • Substance abuse programs
  • Religious services and counseling
  • Job training programs

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate?

Only letters, money orders, and approved publications are allowed. Please refer to the facility’s website for a detailed list of permissible items.

How can I contact an inmate in case of a family emergency?

Contact the detention center's main office immediately. They will relay the message to the inmate. Provide all pertinent information regarding the emergency.

Leave a Review

If you are a current or former inmate, employee, family member or a friend of someone who is in prison, please share your feedback so others can get better understanding how the institution works. The survey is completely anonymous and your personal information will never be shared or publicly shown.

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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