Goldsboro, NC Wayne County Detention Center View
Wayne County Carey A. Winders Detention Facility is a county jail in Goldsboro, North Carolina, operated by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. The facility holds people arrested in Wayne County, including pretrial detainees awaiting court, individuals held on warrants or bond conditions, and some inmates serving short county sentences. It supports the local court system by providing secure custody, booking, classification, housing, and release processing for people in county custody. As with other North Carolina county jails, it may also hold inmates for other agencies under lawful authority.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Wayne County Detention Center
Members of the public can look for an inmate using the facility’s official inmate search link available on this page. County jail rosters typically list the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, bond or release information when available, and current custody status. New bookings usually do not appear immediately because intake, identification, classification, and record entry can take several hours. If a person was just arrested, check the roster again later or contact the facility for general custody confirmation. Information may change as court orders, releases, or transfers are processed.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Wayne County Carey A. Winders Detention Facility?
Visitation rules, schedules, and sign-up procedures are set by the facility and may change based on housing unit, security status, or staffing. Contact the facility or check its official information before visiting to confirm available times and whether visits are in person or video based.
What do I need to bring when visiting Wayne County Carey A. Winders Detention Facility?
Visitors usually need a valid government-issued photo ID and must follow dress code and conduct rules. Minors typically must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and all visitors may be screened before entry.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may be able to place outgoing calls through the facility’s approved phone provider. Video calling, if available, normally requires setting up an account with the approved service and following scheduling rules.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full legal name and any required booking or ID number on the envelope. Mail is screened for safety, and items such as cash, contraband, or materials that violate facility rules may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies when funds are available. Family or friends may be able to deposit money through an approved kiosk, online service, phone service, or other method used by the facility.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Wayne County Carey A. Winders Detention Facility?
Bail is set by a magistrate or judge based on the charges, court rules, and the person’s circumstances. To post bond, contact the facility or the Wayne County court or magistrate’s office for the current bond amount, accepted payment methods, and required paperwork.
What happens during the intake process at Wayne County Carey A. Winders Detention Facility and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record arrest information, review charges, search property, complete health and safety screening, and assign housing when needed. Online records may take several hours to appear, so a newly booked person may not show in the system right away.