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Surry County Public Records & Jail Directory

Independent public records directory for Surry County, North Carolina (County Seat: Dobson, Population: 71,359). Access verified county jail custody rosters, bail schedules, commissary procedures, and official sheriff facility contacts.

Jurisdiction Status
Custody Status 311 active inmates
State Jurisdiction NC
County Population
71,359
Census estimate
Current Jail Roster
311
Active detainees in facility
County Seat
Dobson
Primary administrative center
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Custody Directory

County Custody Portal & Roster Directory

Inmate Search Sheriff / Detention

Surry County Jail Inmate Search & Custody Roster

Search Surry County current custody rosters, recent bookings, criminal charges, and bail bond amounts.

Facility: Surry County Detention Center
Location: 219 Snow Street, Dobson, NC 27017
Phone: (336) 401-8975
Visiting Schedule: Contact the detention center at (336) 401-8975 to verify current visiting days, block schedules, and visitor list eligibility.
Facility & Inmate Services Visitation & Mail

Surry County Detention Center

Physical detention facility operations, detainee account funding, visitation rules, and mail guidelines for Surry County.

Visitation Schedule: Contact the detention center at (336) 401-8975 to verify current visiting days, block schedules, and visitor list eligibility.
Mail & Communication Rules:
Inmates cannot receive incoming phone calls. Outgoing calling operates via Pay Tel Communications (1-800-729-8355 / paytel.com). Money orders must be US Postal Money Orders payable to inmate and mailed to P.O. Box 827, Dobson, NC 27017. Inmate trust account maximum limit is 00.00; money orders have a 10-day bank clearance hold.
Custody Statistics

Surry County Custody Profile & Booking Trends

Active custody statistics, recent booking patterns, and top charges for Surry County.

Active Custody Snapshot
Aggregated from 311 verified records
Recent Bookings (7d)
31
91 in 30 days
Common Booking Day
Wednesday
19.6% of active sample
Leading Charge
Possess Drug Paraphernalia
33 cases on docket
Median Security Bond
$32,500
Cash / surety schedule

The Surry County Adult Detention Facility in North Carolina currently reports an active holding census of 321 detainees. Active custody sample indicators show that 31 individuals were booked within the past 7 days, contributing to 91 active records with booking dates within the trailing 30-day window. Among currently listed records with published booking dates, Wednesday represents the most common booking weekday, accounting for 63 records (19.6%) in the active sample.

The primary charges and statutory offenses currently represented on the active docket are led by Possess Drug Paraphernalia (33 cases), Driving While Impaired (24 cases), and Resisting Public Officer (16 cases). Under state legal standards, all cited offenses represent pending allegations; every individual detained in Surry County retains the constitutional presumption of innocence until formal adjudication in district or circuit court. For records with published bail requirements, the median surety or cash bond is set at $32,500 (with maximum individual security reaching $5,000,000). Facility demographics reflect housing 76.9% male and 23.1% female inmates with an average detainee age of 40.3 years. The earliest continuous admission among the current custody roster dates back to December 07, 2020, illustrating the presence of both pre-trial detainees and longer-term sentenced stays.

Frequent Statutes: Possess Drug Paraphernalia 33 Driving While Impaired 24 Resisting Public Officer 16 Felony Probation Violation 15
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Agency Directory

Surry County Law Enforcement & Courthouse Directory

Verified contact information and physical office addresses for local county authorities.

Sheriff Department

Surry County Sheriff's Office

Headquarters: 114 W. Atkins Street, Dobson, NC 27017
Phone: (336) 401-8900
Detention Center

Surry County Detention Center

Address: 219 Snow Street, Dobson, NC 27017
Booking Line: (336) 401-8975
Visiting Hours: Contact the detention center at (336) 401-8975 to verify current visiting days, block schedules, and visitor list eligibility.
Trust / Commissary: McDaniel Supply Company
Surry County Public Records Compliance & Corrections Independent Directory · Free 72-Hour Expungement Review

Custody information is synchronized from official public sheriff records. In accordance with the US Constitution, all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. To submit court-ordered expungements, dismissals, or report a data discrepancy, access our free compliance desk.

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Surrounding County Records in North Carolina

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Answers

Surry County Custody & Records FAQ

Direct answers regarding Surry County inmate searches, detention facilities, and bail procedures.

How many inmates are currently detained in Surry County?

According to verified public custody records as of the most recent verification on Oct 21, 2026, there are 311 individuals listed in Surry County custody. Of these active records, 91 individuals have recorded booking dates within the trailing 30-day monitoring window.

What is the main jail facility in Surry County and how can I contact them?

The primary detention facility is Surry County Detention Center, located at 219 Snow Street, Dobson, NC 27017. For booking verification, housing inquiries, or visitation scheduling, the facility desk can be reached at (336) 401-8975. Published visiting schedule: Contact the detention center at (336) 401-8975 to verify current visiting days, block schedules, and visitor list eligibility.

How do bail and bond postings work in Surry County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial schedule or determined by a judge during initial court appearances. Active records in Surry County reflect a median security bond of $32,500. Bail can typically be posted in cash at the facility bonding window or through state-licensed surety bail bond agents.

How frequently is the Surry County custody roster updated?

Custody records for Surry County are scheduled for automated daily synchronization from official public sheriff booking portals. The exact verification timestamp for Surry County is displayed on the roster to ensure full data transparency.

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