The Onslow County Detention staff is responsible for the daily security of the detention center and care, such as medical, bedding, visits, court appearances, etc., for approximately 528 inmates. 

Detention Center Operation

Operating the detention center is very complex, due to state and federal regulations governing detention centers in North Carolina. It is the professionalism and dedication of the administrators and detention officers that account for the high marks the detention center receives when operations are reviewed for compliance.

The detention center is a confinement facility used by law enforcement agencies in Onslow County, as well as the State of North Carolina and Federal Government.

To deposit money into an inmate's account:

• Visit the Onslow County Sheriff's Office and deposit through the machine in the lobby
• Call 866-394-0490 and give inmate ID number
• Visit www.smartdeposit.com and proceed with deposit online

Detention Officer's Responsibilities

A detention officer's responsibility includes:

• Security of the detention center and safety of the employees; public and inmates
• Housing and attending to the needs of the inmates
• This includes feeding, medication, bedding, personal hygiene, visitation, court liaison, etc.