Moore County Jail Roster Search
The Moore County jail roster tracks inmates at the 272-bed detention center in Carthage, North Carolina. Sheriff Ronnie Fields oversees the Moore County Sheriff's Office and all jail operations. The roster contains names, charges, booking dates, and bond information for each person in custody. Moore County is home to the Sandhills region and the well-known Pinehurst golf area. Residents and the public can use the jail roster to look up anyone currently held at the Moore County facility.
Moore County Detention Stats
Moore County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Ronnie Fields leads the Moore County Sheriff's Office from Carthage. The office handles patrol, investigations, civil process, and detention services. With 272 beds, the Moore County detention center is one of the larger jails in the region. It serves all of Moore County, from the Sandhills communities to the rural areas outside of town.
The sheriff's office website at moorecountync.gov/191/Sheriffs-Office has information about programs, contact details, and services. Multiple law enforcement agencies operate in Moore County, including police departments in Southern Pines, Aberdeen, and Pinehurst. All arrests made within the county lead to bookings at the same detention center, and every booking goes on the Moore County jail roster.
| Office |
Moore County Sheriff's Office Carthage, NC Phone: (910) 947-2931 |
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| Website | moorecountync.gov/191/Sheriffs-Office |
| Detention Info | moorecountync.gov/218/Detention-Center |
How to Look Up the Jail Roster
There are several ways to access the Moore County jail roster. Call the detention center at 910-947-2931 for the quickest answer. Staff can tell you if a person is in custody and what charges they face. The Moore County Detention Center page may also have inmate information.
Statewide tools work too. The VINELink system lets you search for offenders in Moore County or any other county in North Carolina. Enter a name and see if the person is in the jail. You can sign up for free alerts through VINE or NC SAVAN to know when an inmate's status changes on the Moore County jail roster.
Note: The Moore County jail roster may not include people who were arrested and released on citation without being booked into the facility.
Moore County Booking Process
Arrests in Moore County result in booking at the detention center in Carthage. Officers from any agency in the county bring the arrested person to the 272-bed facility. Staff handle the intake from there.
The booking process involves collecting the person's identity, photographing them, and taking fingerprints. A database check runs for warrants. Medical staff screen the person for health concerns. A magistrate then reviews the charges and sets bond. After all steps are complete, the person appears on the Moore County jail roster. This process usually takes a few hours depending on how busy the facility is.
Moore County sees a steady flow of bookings from Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Pinehurst, and the surrounding areas. The 272-bed capacity gives the facility room to handle the volume. Each booking adds to the Moore County jail roster, and each release or transfer removes an entry.
Jail Roster and Public Records
The Moore County jail roster is a public record under N.C.G.S. Chapter 132. This means anyone can request booking records and inmate information. You do not need to state a reason for your request. The Moore County Sheriff's Office provides these records upon request.
The Moore County government website offers general information about county services. For state-level resources, the NC Sheriffs' Association and the NC Jail Administrators' Association both work with county jails across North Carolina on standards and best practices that affect how the Moore County jail roster is maintained.
Court System in Moore County
Inmates on the Moore County jail roster have cases in the courthouse in Carthage. District court takes misdemeanor cases. Superior court handles felonies. The criminal procedure rules under N.C.G.S. Chapter 15A apply to all cases in Moore County.
Every court date can change what happens to someone on the jail roster. Bond may go up or down. Charges might be added or dropped. A guilty plea leads to sentencing. Those with short sentences serve time at the Moore County jail. Those with longer terms go to the state prison system. The North Carolina Judicial Branch website lets you check court dates for people on the Moore County jail roster.
Note: Moore County court dates may be continued or rescheduled, which keeps the person on the jail roster longer if they cannot post bond.
Visiting Inmates in Moore County
The Moore County detention center has a visit schedule for friends and family of inmates. Call 910-947-2931 for current hours. All visitors need valid photo ID. Rules about dress and what you can bring apply strictly at the facility.
Inmates on the Moore County jail roster can receive mail. Staff screen every piece before delivery. The jail has clear rules about what can be sent. Phone calls are available through the jail's system. Calls are usually prepaid or collect. Contact the detention center to learn about setting up accounts and the costs involved for people on the Moore County jail roster.
- Visit schedule available by calling 910-947-2931
- Valid photo ID required for all visitors
- Mail screened before delivery
- Phone calls through prepaid or collect system
State-Level Inmate Searches
If someone has moved from the Moore County jail roster to state prison, the NC Department of Adult Correction offender search can help you find them. This tool covers all state facilities in North Carolina. People convicted of felonies in Moore County and sentenced to more than 90 days typically enter the state system.
Nearby Counties
Moore County borders several other counties in the Sandhills and Piedmont areas of North Carolina. Each county operates its own detention center and jail roster.