Information About Jails & Jail Bond Services in Concord, NC

If your loved one has been arrested in North Carolina, you might not know what the charges against them are, where they are being held, whether bail has been set, or how to get them the best legal help possible. At 1st Choice Bonding & Surety, we can help you navigate this complicated process. While we can’t offer legal advice, we can assist you in securing jail bail bond services in Concord, NC. We can also help you locate your loved one in one of the local North Carolina jails and determine how to contact them or get information about the charges against them. Call us now to get started.

List of Jails in the Surrounding Areas of Concord, NC

Our professional, licensed bail bonds agents provide services to all jail and holding facilities in the North Carolina area. The jails in and around Concord, NC, include:

• Cabarrus County Jail
• Mecklenburg County Jail
• Gaston County Jail
• Rowan County Jail
• Iredell County Jail
• Catawba County Jail
• Davie County Detention Center

Locating an Inmate in a North Carolina Jail or Correctional Facility

Each jail offers its own inmate search system. You will need to enter information like your loved one’s full name, date of birth, sex, race, and arrest date to determine if they are being held in a specific facility. If you aren’t sure which facility they are in, you may be able to find them using VINE. Once you find your loved one, take note of the facility name, address, and contact information, as well as your loved one’s ID number and the charges against them.

How to Contact Jails in the North Carolina Area

Most jails offer visitation by appointment only, and visits must be scheduled in advance via NCIC. In some cases, only your loved one’s lawyer will be able to see them. However, each facility will have information on its website about how to contact administrative staff or inmates via phone. You may be able to call your loved one on the jail’s public phones during certain hours; however, keep in mind that you will have to pay for this service and your calls will be recorded. Here are contact numbers for the jails in the area:

• Cabarrus County Jail – (704) 920-3023; available between 9 am and 8 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays.
• Mecklenburg County Jail – (704) 336-8100; available between 8 am and 5 pm Mondays through Fridays.
• Gaston County Jail – (704) 869-6868; available between 8 am and 5 pm Mondays through Fridays.
• Rowan County Jail – (704) 216-8770; available 24 hours per day.
• Iredell County Jail – (704) 878-3131; available between 9 am and 9 pm Mondays through Fridays.
• Catawba County Jail – (828) 465-8999; available 24 hours per day.
• Davie County Detention Center – (336) 753-6647; available 24 hours per day.

Obtaining a Jail Bond in North Carolina

If your loved one is eligible for release on bail, they will appear before a judge for a bail hearing. At that hearing, the judge will consider a wide range of factors to determine the amount of bail. You can pay that amount to the court or jail yourself to secure your loved one’s release, or you can work with a bail bonds service. Our bail bond company offers a variety of different types of jail bonds. We will gather information about your loved ones, determine what type of bail bond they need, and help you understand the terms of our bail bonds service. Once you pay a non-refundable fee, we will work with the court or jail system to guarantee the bail amount so that your loved one can be released.

Call 1st Choice Bonding & Surety for Bail Bonds Services

Our team at 1st Choice Bonding & Surety is the key to your release from jail. With professional, reliable, and discreet service, you can trust us to provide the affordable bail bond you need during one of the most stressful and taxing times of your life. We offer bail bonds services in Concord, NC, and the surrounding areas, and have six conveniently located offices to serve you. Call us now or reach out to us online 24/7 if you or a loved one has been arrested and needs to make bail.

FAQs About Jails and Jail Bail Bond Services

What is the difference between a jail bond vs. bail? Bail is the amount of money that is paid to the court to secure a defendant’s release from jail pending their next court date. It is fully refundable after the disposition of the case, should the defendant attend all hearings as scheduled. A bail bond is the agreement between the court and a bail bonds company. To obtain a bail bond, you will need to pay a percentage of the bail amount to a bail bonds agency, and they will guarantee the defendant’s future court appearances in exchange for their release from jail.

What is a security bond for jail? A security bond is a financial guarantee that secures a defendant’s release from jail pending the next court date or trial.

What is the purpose of jail? A jail is a temporary housing facility for defendants who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or serving short sentences of a year or less. It acts as a short-term holding facility to manage inmates in the legal system until their case is resolved.

How do I schedule a visit with an inmate? Each jail, detention center, or correctional facility has its own process for scheduling inmate visits. You will need to check the website for the facility and determine what is needed to schedule the visit. In some cases, a visit can be scheduled online. In others, it can only be scheduled via phone.

Can I send mail to an inmate? Yes, but you must know the inmate’s full name, the location of the facility they are in, and their inmate number. Mail must be addressed appropriately according to the instructions on the facility’s website. You must also adhere to their rules and regulations about what is acceptable to send to an inmate via mail.

How can I post bail for someone in jail? To post bail, you must know the amount of bail, your loved one’s location, and the name of the court that is presiding over their case. You can then contact the court, the jail, or the detention facility and pay the full bail amount directly. You can also contact a bail bonds company and use them as a third-party agency to secure your loved one’s release.

What programs are available for inmates? The programs available depend upon the specific facility. You will need to contact the facility or visit their website to see what is offered.

How does the jail ensure inmate safety? Each jail or detention facility has its own security and safety protocols in place. You can find specific information by visiting the facility’s website or contacting them directly.

How do I contact the jail? Please see the phone numbers for nearby local jails and detention facilities listed above.