The Beaufort County Detention Center is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for inmates, staff and visitors.

Our mandate is to do this with honor and integrity, while at all times conducting ourselves with the highest ethical standards and respect for human dignity.

The Beaufort County Detention Center was constructed in 1969 and has a capacity of 85 beds. We primarily house felony and misdemeanor pretrial detainees. We are located in the basement of the County Courthouse.

Attorney Visits shall be by appointment only. Appointments will be scheduled Monday through Thursday 9am to 3pm. Attorneys wishing to schedule an appointment will need to provide 24 hours’ notice. Attorneys wishing to schedule an appointment can contact Lieutenant Michael Ormond at the Beaufort County Detention Center at 252-946-7113 for more information.