Burlington Jail Roster
The Burlington jail roster lists inmates booked at the Alamance County Detention Center after arrest by the Burlington Police Department. Burlington is the largest city in Alamance County with about 57,000 residents. BPD operates from 267 W Front St and patrols the city around the clock. Arrests by Burlington police result in bookings at the Alamance County Detention Center at 109 S Maple St in Graham. The Alamance County Sheriff's Office manages the jail and maintains the roster.
Burlington Jail Roster Quick Facts
Burlington Arrests and Booking
Burlington Police Department is the city's law enforcement agency. BPD's main number is 336-229-3503. Crime Stoppers tips can go to 336-229-7100. When officers arrest someone in Burlington, the person goes to the Alamance County Detention Center in Graham, about 10 minutes from downtown Burlington.
At the detention center, jail staff collect personal information, take fingerprints and a mugshot. A magistrate reviews the arrest and sets bond. After booking is complete, the record appears on the Burlington jail roster. The roster updates as new bookings and releases take place throughout the day.
The Alamance County Detention Center phone is 336-570-6317. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody.
Searching Burlington Inmate Records
The Alamance County Sheriff's Office at alamance-nc.com/sheriff provides an inmate search tool. You can search by name to find people on the Burlington jail roster. Results show charges, bond amounts, and booking dates. The search is free and open to the public under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132.
For victim alerts, register through VINELink or NC SAVAN. Both services are free and confidential. They notify you when an inmate's custody status changes on the Burlington jail roster.
Note: The online search shows only current inmates. Released individuals may not appear in results.
Burlington Booking Record Details
Records on the Burlington jail roster are public. N.C.G.S. Chapter 132 guarantees access to booking and arrest data. No reason is needed to search.
Each entry shows:
- Inmate name and date of birth
- Charges at time of booking
- Bond amount
- Arresting agency
- Booking date
These records capture the initial arrest. The district attorney may change charges later. For court outcomes, check nccourts.gov. Court records track cases from start to finish, while the jail roster tracks current custody only.
Burlington Police Department Contact
| Department | Burlington Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 267 W Front St, Burlington, NC |
| Main Phone | 336-229-3503 |
| Crime Stoppers | 336-229-7100 |
| Website | burlingtonnc.gov/departments/police-department |
Call 911 for emergencies. For anonymous tips, use Crime Stoppers at 336-229-7100. BPD is the primary arresting agency for Burlington entries on the Alamance County jail roster. All BPD arrests go to the detention center in Graham.
Bond and Visitation
Posting bond for someone on the Burlington jail roster happens at the Alamance County Detention Center at 109 S Maple St in Graham. Cash bonds and surety bonds through a bondsman are accepted. The magistrate sets the bond at booking. A judge can adjust it later.
Visitation follows a schedule set by the sheriff's office. Contact the detention center at 336-570-6317 for current visiting hours and rules. Visitors need valid photo ID. The detention center is in Graham, not Burlington, so plan your trip accordingly.
Burlington Criminal Court
After booking, inmates on the Burlington jail roster go before an Alamance County judge. The first hearing reviews charges and bond. Misdemeanors stay in district court. Felonies proceed to superior court through grand jury indictment. Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 148, the sheriff holds pretrial detainees until they post bond or the court orders release.
Court records for Burlington cases are at nccourts.gov. The eCourts system lets you search by name or case number. These records show hearings, pleas, verdicts, and sentences. The jail roster and court records together give a complete view of each case.
Additional Record Resources
The Burlington jail roster covers only the Alamance County Detention Center. For state inmates, the NC DAC offender search at dac.nc.gov covers state prisons and supervised individuals. The NC Sheriffs' Association at ncsheriffs.org lists all county sheriffs. Public records laws are at ncleg.gov under Chapter 132.
Note: For historical Burlington arrest records, contact BPD or the Alamance County Sheriff's Office. The online jail roster only shows current inmates.
Alamance County Jail Roster
Burlington is the largest city in Alamance County. All city arrests go to the Alamance County Detention Center in Graham. The county jail roster covers Burlington plus Graham, Mebane, Elon, and other Alamance County towns. For full county jail details, visitation policies, and bond info, see the Alamance County page.