Cary Jail Roster
The Cary jail roster covers all people arrested by the Cary Police Department and booked into the Wake County Detention Center. Cary is one of the largest towns in North Carolina with about 180,000 residents. It sits in Wake County just west of Raleigh. Cary does not have its own jail, so all CPD arrests go to the Wake County Detention Center at 3301 Hammond Rd. The Wake County Sheriff's Office runs the detention center and maintains the jail roster.
Cary Jail Roster Quick Facts
Cary Arrests and County Booking
The Cary Police Department handles all law enforcement in the town. CPD headquarters is at 120 Wilkinson Ave. The non-emergency number is 919-469-4012. When CPD officers make an arrest, the person is taken to the Wake County Detention Center. Cary does not operate its own detention facility.
At the Wake County jail, staff book the person in. This means taking fingerprints, a mugshot, and personal details. A magistrate sets the bond based on the charges. After booking wraps up, the person shows on the Cary jail roster as part of the broader Wake County inmate population. The jail roster lists the arresting agency, so you can identify which inmates were arrested by Cary police.
Note: Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 153A, county sheriffs operate all jails in North Carolina. Cities and towns like Cary do not run their own detention centers.
Finding Cary Inmates Online
The Wake County Sheriff's Office provides an inmate search at wake.gov. This tool lets you search for anyone held at the Wake County Detention Center, including people arrested by Cary police. Search by name to find a person on the Cary jail roster. Results show the charges, bond amount, booking date, and arresting agency.
You can call the detention center at 919-773-7930 to ask about a person's custody status. Staff will share basic information by phone. For victim alerts, use VINELink or NC SAVAN. Both send free alerts when an inmate's status changes.
Cary Booking Records Explained
Booking records from Cary arrests are public. N.C.G.S. Chapter 132 gives everyone the right to access arrest and custody data. You do not need a reason to search the Cary jail roster.
Each record on the jail roster includes:
- Inmate name and date of birth
- Charges at the time of booking
- Bond amount and type
- Arresting agency (Cary PD)
- Booking date and time
These records capture the initial arrest details. Charges may change later. The district attorney reviews the case and can add, drop, or modify charges. For case updates, check court records at nccourts.gov. The jail roster only tracks who is currently in custody, not how a case ends.
Cary Police Department Contact
CPD serves the town of Cary. It is the arresting agency for Cary entries on the Wake County jail roster. The department handles patrol, criminal investigations, and community safety programs.
| Department | Cary Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 120 Wilkinson Ave, Cary, NC |
| Non-Emergency | 919-469-4012 |
| Website | townofcary.org/services-public-safety/police-department |
Call 911 for emergencies in Cary. For non-urgent reports, use the non-emergency line. CPD also publishes crime statistics and community updates through the town website. All CPD arrests result in bookings at the Wake County Detention Center and entries on the jail roster.
Bond and Release Process
Posting bond for someone on the Cary jail roster happens at the Wake County Detention Center. The jail is at 3301 Hammond Rd. Cash bonds are accepted there. You can also use a bail bondsman who will post a surety bond for a fee, usually a percentage of the total bond amount.
The magistrate sets the bond at booking. A judge can later change the bond at a court hearing. Some charges are not eligible for bond. If the person cannot post bond, they stay on the jail roster until their case resolves. Under N.C.G.S. Chapter 148, the sheriff holds pretrial detainees in custody.
Note: Visitation at the Wake County Detention Center is by appointment. Call 919-857-9103 to schedule a visit with someone on the Cary jail roster.
Court Records for Cary Cases
After an arrest in Cary, the criminal case goes to Wake County courts. The first court appearance happens within a few days of booking. At this hearing, the judge reviews charges and bond. Misdemeanors are handled in district court. Felonies go to superior court after grand jury indictment.
Court records for Cary cases are available at nccourts.gov. The eCourts system lets you search by name or case number for free. These records show hearing dates, plea agreements, trial results, and sentences. The Cary jail roster and court records work together to give a full picture of an arrest and its outcome.
Statewide Inmate Searches
The Cary jail roster covers only the Wake County Detention Center. For state inmates, use the NC Department of Adult Correction search at dac.nc.gov. The NC Sheriffs' Association at ncsheriffs.org links to all county sheriffs. Public records statutes are at ncleg.gov under Chapter 132.
Wake County Jail Roster
Cary is in Wake County. All town arrests go to the Wake County Detention Center. The county jail roster covers Cary along with Raleigh, Apex, Holly Springs, Garner, and other Wake County towns. For full details on the county detention center, visitation scheduling, and bond procedures, visit the Wake County page.