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Central Prison is a state prison located in Raleigh, North Carolina (Wake County). It is a level 4 and 5 security prison and is home to North Carolina’s death row.
The capacity of Central Prison is 1000 inmates. In 2016, all inmates were male and were between the age range of 18 and 84. Custody levels range from minimum to restrictive housing, with the majority of inmates at levels of “close” and “maximum.”
Loved ones can stay updated on visitation and mail rules so that they can stay connected with their inmate.
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Central Prison Prison Information
| Jail Name | Central Prison |
| Jail Type | State Prison |
| Authority: | North Carolina Department of Public Safety |
| Location | 1300 Western Boulevard, Raleigh, NC, 27606 |
| Contact Numbers | 919-733-0800 |
| City | Raleigh |
| Postal Code | 27606 |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wake County |
| Jail Webpage | website |
Inmate Resources for Family and Friends
Public Records Online Search
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Inmate Search
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety website hosts an inmate search database through which an inmate can be located. You can search for an inmate by entering either their offender ID number or their full last name and first name (or the first two letters of the first name.)
Sending a Mail
At Central Prison and other facilities at security level 2 or higher, all letters will be photocopied, and these copies will be delivered to inmates. A maximum of three 8 ½ x 11-inch pages (front and back) of each mailing will be delivered. Any additional items, such as cash, checks, postage stamps, or prepaid envelopes will be discarded.
All mail should be addressed as such:
Inmate's full name
Inmate's state identification number (7 digits)
Name of Facility or Institution
Address and Zip Code
Address:
Central Prison
1300 Western Boulevard, Raleigh, NC, 27606
919-733-0800
Sending Money
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety directs family and friends to deposit funds into an inmate’s account through Jpay. Cash, checks, and money orders should not be mailed to the facility. Funds can be deposited in person at the facility as well. Be aware that a percentage of all funds transferred to an inmate will go to paying legal fees if they exist.
Phone Calls
Inmates at Central Prison are allowed to make calls through the system. Calls can only be made if there is money in the inmate’s account. Family and friends should create an account to deposit the funds, as well as receive calls from the inmate. An inmate must put those they wish to call on an approved caller list, so make sure that your inmate has the phone numbers of all they wish to keep in touch with.
Be aware that calls will be monitored by Central Prison staff.
Visiting Rules
Visitations at Central Prison are allowed on Saturdays, Sundays and state holidays. Visitors should contact the administration at 919-733-0800 for more details on visitation schedules for each offender.
A dress code is required, instructing that visitors be covered from the neck to knees with clothing that is not see-through, revealing, or contains offensive symbols or words. Watches and wearable technology devices are not allowed (i.e. Apple watches).
All new visitors or visitors renewing their application must apply online before visiting an inmate. In-state applications should allow for at least 30 days processing. Visitors are allowed to visit multiple offenders if they are immediate family. Non-immediate visitors (fiance, girl/boyfriend, friend, neighbor, and non-immediate family members) can visit one offender.
Visitation Hours
| Sunday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Monday | – |
| Tuesday | – |
| Wednesday | – |
| Thursday | – |
| Friday | – |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Holiday | – |
Directions
Refer the map below to find the driving directions.
