Greenville County Inmate, Bond and Criminal Case Lookup
Trying to find someone arrested in Greenville County? Use the official two-field inmate search first, then follow the record to McGee Street detention services, Bond Court, visitation, inmate communication, the Public Index and the Thirteenth Circuit court docket.
20 McGee Street, Greenville, SC 29601
4 McGee Street · 864-467-2402
4 McGee St., Suite 119 · 864-467-5278
Search the last name first. If the person is not listed, call the Detention Center at 864-467-2309. A new booking may not appear immediately, and a “temporary bond” means the person has not yet appeared before a judge and no bond has been set.
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How to search Greenville County arrest records by name
The official Greenville County inmate search is intentionally simple. It asks for a last name and first name rather than presenting many filters.
Go to the Greenville County Inmate Search.
Type the surname exactly as you know it. Leave the first-name field empty on the first attempt.
If several records appear, return to the form and add the legal first name.
Compare the full name, age or birth information, arrest date, charges, bond entry and housing information.
Save the inmate ID, arrest date, warrant or case number, housing building, bond status and listed court.
Use 864-467-2309 when a fresh arrest is not yet visible or the status needs immediate confirmation.
- Last name only
- Last name plus first name
- Alternative spelling
- Call the detention center
- Inmate ID
- Housing building or unit
- Charge description
- Bond status
- Warrant or case number
Make sure the Greenville arrest record belongs to the correct person
What the Greenville inmate record means
Displayed field | What it may show | What it does not prove | Next official check |
|---|---|---|---|
Arrest or booking date | When the person entered county custody | That the person remains incarcerated | Current inmate search or detention phone |
Charge | The allegation associated with the booking | Conviction or final filed charge | Greenville Public Index |
Temporary bond | The inmate has not appeared before a judge | A bond amount has been decided | Bond Court or updated inmate record |
Bond amount | A cash or surety amount set for a charge | Immediate release or absence of another hold | Bond Court and detention staff |
Release status | Departure from Greenville County custody | No transfer, supervision or separate case exists | Court, SCDC, SCDPPPS or VINE |
How a Greenville arrest moves from booking to court
The exact route depends on the charge and court, but this sequence helps families know which system to check next.
How to check Greenville County bond and release status
A temporary bond entry means no bond has been set because the person has not yet appeared before a judge. Do not treat “temporary bond” as a payable amount.
Write down the inmate ID, each charge, warrant number and current bond description.
If the record says temporary bond, wait for the initial judicial appearance or contact Bond Court.
Bond Court is located at 4 McGee Street, Greenville, SC 29601. Call 864-467-2402.
Ask whether the displayed amount covers all charges and whether another warrant, hold or court order prevents release.
Use the South Carolina Department of Insurance professional bondsman search.
Release processing can continue after payment. Arrange transportation only after the detention center confirms release.
No bond amount has yet been set because the inmate has not completed the bond appearance.
Contact the Clerk’s Criminal Records Department before travelling. The county states that all owners listed on the property must appear with valid photo ID.
An Order for Bail is prepared by the Solicitor or defense lawyer and presented to a Circuit Court judge for approval.
How to find a Greenville County criminal court case
Greenville County General Sessions records can be searched through the local Public Index. Use the warrant or case number from the inmate record whenever possible.
Go to the Greenville County Public Index.
Search by the defendant’s legal name or by the warrant/case number copied from the inmate record.
Check year of birth, arrest date, charge, party type and case number before opening the details.
Look for parties, charges, actions, sentencing, associated cases, financial entries and bond conditions.
The Clerk does not schedule General Sessions dates. Check the Thirteenth Circuit Solicitor or call 864-467-8647.
Email the specific request to coccriminalrecords@greenvillecounty.org or visit Criminal Records in Suite 228.
Understand common Greenville criminal-case entries
Term | General meaning | What to check next |
|---|---|---|
Pending | The charge or case has not reached a final disposition. | Actions, roster and next court event |
Nolle prossed | The prosecution did not continue the charge at that stage. | Disposition date and expungement eligibility |
Dismissed | The court or prosecution ended the listed charge. | Certified disposition and related cases |
Guilty plea | The defendant entered a plea accepted by the court. | Sentence sheet and conditions |
Bench warrant | A court-issued warrant may exist, often after failure to appear or comply. | Attorney, court and warrant details |
Continued | The matter was moved to another date. | Solicitor docket and updated roster |
Find a Greenville Public Defender or private criminal lawyer
The Thirteenth Circuit Public Defender represents qualifying indigent adult and juvenile defendants.
- Confirm the correct court and case number.
- Ask the court or Public Defender how to apply for appointed counsel.
- Prepare income, household, asset and charge information.
- Do not assume an application is approved until the court confirms appointment.
Address: 305 E. North Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-467-8522
Open the official SCCID Greenville listing
- Use the South Carolina Bar Lawyer Referral Service.
- Call 803-799-7100.
- Telephone referral hours are Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–noon and 1–5 p.m.
- The online referral request is available 24/7.
- Ask for a written fee agreement and avoid anyone promising a guaranteed outcome.
Greenville County Detention Center visitation rules and hours
Adult visitation is available seven days a week. Each inmate may receive two 30-minute visits per week, but the exact time and visit type depend on the inmate’s housing assignment.
Rule | Official detail | Visitor action |
|---|---|---|
Weekly limit | Two 30-minute visits per week | Confirm that the inmate has not already used both visits. |
Visitor list | Up to three adults; inmate may update the list once every 30 days | Confirm your name is approved before travelling. |
Children | One adult and two minor children may attend a visit | Keep children supervised and follow staff instructions. |
Identification | Picture ID must match the visitor-list name | Bring a driver’s license, state ID or other accepted photo ID. |
Scheduling | First come, first served; housing determines the schedule | Call 864-467-2330 to confirm the building and current time. |
Building Four | Video office in Building Two lobby, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; last visit 5:30 p.m. | Arrive before the last accepted visit and allow for a short wait. |
Before entering the facility
How to contact or support a Greenville County inmate
Task | Official route | Important detail | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|---|
Telephone calls | Securus Technologies · 1-800-844-6591 | Inmate telephone access is generally 7:30 a.m.–midnight daily. | Expecting staff to connect an ordinary incoming call. |
Online commissary deposit | Create an account and verify the inmate before payment. | Using an unofficial link or paying the wrong inmate. | |
Lobby deposit | Building One or Building Two kiosk | Kiosks are available 24/7 and accept cash or cards. | Confusing inmate-account money with bond payment. |
Personal mail | Securus Digital Mail Center-Greenville | Mail is scanned for inmate kiosk viewing; postal photographs are not accepted. | Sending mail to 20 McGee Street instead of the digital-mail address. |
Legal mail or money order | 20 McGee Street, Greenville, SC 29601 | Verified legal mail is opened in the inmate’s presence and checked for contraband. | Sending cash through the mail. |
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center-Greenville
PO Box 21665
Tampa, FL 33622
Personal postcards, letters and greeting cards are scanned. No photographs are accepted through postal mail.
In Care of the Inmate
20 McGee Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Use this address for verified legal mail, qualifying money orders and bank statements mailed directly by a financial institution.
Why someone may disappear from the Greenville inmate search
Request Greenville arrest reports, jail records and court documents
The correct records office depends on who created the document. A jail booking, police incident report and General Sessions filing are not requested from the same place.
Use the Greenville County Public Records Office.
4 McGee Street, Suite 119
Greenville, SC 29601
864-467-5278
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Visit Criminal Records, Suite 228, Greenville County Courthouse, or email coccriminalrecords@greenvillecounty.org.
Provide the warrant or indictment number and a clear list of the documents needed.
Contact Records Management at 864-467-5278. A local search is different from a statewide SLED CATCH report.
Service | Current published detail | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
General copy | $0.25 per page | Identify the exact filing before requesting copies. |
Certified copy | $10 per certification | Use a certified copy when an official sealed reproduction is required. |
Research or redaction | $18 per hour after the first 15 minutes, prorated in 15-minute increments | A focused request can reduce time and cost. |
Recent adjudication | Allow 2–3 business days before requesting | Recently filed documents may not be immediately available. |
Online record range | Online records go back to 1984 | Older files may require off-site retrieval. |
Greenville victim notifications and court assistance
Advocates explain victim rights, provide confidential support, attend hearings and help communicate with other agencies.
Call 864-467-8647 and ask to be connected with Victim-Witness assistance.
Use South Carolina VINELink to find participating records and available alerts.
Greenville County jail, Bond Court and courthouse contacts
Greenville, SC 29601
Main: 864-467-2309
Adult Facility: 864-467-2318
Visitation/housing: 864-467-2330
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-467-2402
Greenville, SC 29601
Main: 864-467-8551
Criminal Records: 864-467-8745
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Solicitor/court dates: 864-467-8647
Public Defender: 864-467-8522
Call before visiting because inmate services may be handled in Building One, Building Two or Building Four.
Open driving directionsCriminal Records is in Suite 228. Confirm the case, office and required documents before travelling.
Open driving directionsWhat to do in common Greenville arrest situations
Search the surname, call the detention center if missing, and recheck for a temporary or updated bond.
No amount has been set yet. Contact Bond Court and wait for the post-hearing update.
Check for release, transfer, SCDC custody, probation/parole or another county record.
Call 864-467-2330, confirm the building and housing schedule, bring matching photo ID and arrive early.
Contact the Greenville Public Defender and ask the court how to submit an indigent-defense application.
Obtain a certified disposition, review expungement eligibility and provide redacted proof to any private publisher.
Verified Greenville County arrest, jail and court resources
Greenville County arrest records FAQs
How do I search Greenville County arrest records by name?
Open the official Greenville County inmate search and enter the last name first. Add the first name only when the surname returns several records. If a recent booking is missing, call the Detention Center at 864-467-2309.
What does temporary bond mean in Greenville County?
Temporary bond means the inmate has not yet appeared before a judge for arraignment or bond consideration and no bond amount has been set. Contact Greenville County Bond Court at 864-467-2402 for current guidance.
Where is Greenville County Bond Court?
Greenville County Bond Court is located at 4 McGee Street, Greenville, South Carolina 29601. The published office phone number is 864-467-2402.
How do I find a Greenville County criminal court case?
Use the Greenville County Public Index and search by the defendant’s legal name or warrant and case number. Review the parties, charges, actions, sentencing, associated cases and bond tabs.
Who schedules Greenville County General Sessions court dates?
The Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office schedules General Sessions court dates. The Clerk of Court does not schedule or excuse attendance. For scheduling questions, call the Solicitor’s Office at 864-467-8647.
How many visits can a Greenville County inmate receive?
An adult inmate may receive two 30-minute visits per week. The exact schedule and type of visit depend on the inmate’s housing assignment, so visitors should call 864-467-2330 before travelling.
What identification is needed for Greenville jail visitation?
Visitors must present picture identification matching the name on the inmate’s approved visitor list. Accepted identification may include a driver’s license, state ID card or another approved picture ID.
Where do I send personal mail to a Greenville County inmate?
Address personal mail to the inmate’s name and ID number, care of Securus Digital Mail Center-Greenville, PO Box 21665, Tampa, Florida 33622. Postal photographs are not accepted.
Can I send an Amazon package to a Greenville County inmate?
No. Effective August 1, 2026, the Detention Center no longer accepts Amazon packages or packages from other retailers addressed to inmates. Packages received on or after that date are rejected and returned.
How do I request an official Greenville arrest or court record?
Use the Greenville County Public Records Office for law-enforcement and detention records. Request General Sessions court documents from the Clerk’s Criminal Records Department in Suite 228 or by emailing coccriminalrecords@greenvillecounty.org.
Official-source review completed 2 August 2026
This independent guide is not affiliated with Greenville County Government, the Greenville County Detention Center, Bond Court, Clerk of Court, Public Defender, Solicitor, Securus Technologies or South Carolina state agencies.
Custody status, bond, court dates, visitation schedules, housing assignments, vendor procedures, fees and mail rules can change. Confirm urgent, legal or financial information directly with the responsible official office.
Responsible-use notice: An arrest is not a conviction. Do not use an arrest or jail listing to harass someone or to make employment, housing, credit, insurance or other decisions that require a legally compliant consumer report.