OBJECTIVE
To provide services that expose the resident population to reading, programming and legal information in an attempt to ease tension and promote literacy.
READING
Libraries are located at both Detention Center Central and Detention Center North. Readers may choose from fiction, nonfiction, young adult titles and titles in Spanish. Because MCSO libraries operate using a public library model, readers learn good library habits. However, the simple goal is to build a foundation for life-long learning through reading.
No library functions solely on its funding; therefore, quality donations are always welcome. For more information about the Donation Policy and Procedure, click here.
BOOK CLUBS, SEMINARS, AND MORE…
Thanks to a broad spectrum of community volunteers and agency outreach partners, library staff is able to plan and schedule an array of special events. Goals include introducing participants to new technology; the exploding range of jobs and careers; and avenues to reenter the community.
BOOK CLUBS
Freedom Reads – Young adult males, 16-17, partner–community volunteers
Ladies First – Adult females, partner – community volunteers
Books to Movies – Adult males, partner CPCC outreach
SEMINARS 101
Brief introductions to a variety of subjects of interest such as photography, creative writing or ________________
VISITING PROFESSORS
Scholars and instructors from area colleges provide participants with the opportunity to learn about subjects in higher education in advance.
LIBRARY ASSISTANT TRAINING
Female residents at Detention Center Central learn the many steps of seeking employment from completing an application through on-the-job-training. After completing a 20-hr. class about library operations and skills, they may interview for a position to work in the library.
Anyone interested in working as a library volunteer should contact Detention Center North Librarian, Sylvia Moon at 980-314-5588.
LEGAL REFERENCE
Access to a legal reference collection is provided at Detention Center North and Detention Center Central. Residents may request an appointment using a law library request form. Appointments are prioritized based on legal representation, either private or public defenders; status in the judicial process – pre-trial, sentenced, or appeal; and previous appointments. Access to legal information is available to all residents regardless of their classification and housing location – general, maximum or disciplinary. This collection is funded by proceeds from the resident commissary fund.
This HOTLINE is available to anyone calling or visiting the facility that may have medical questions and concerns regarding a resident.
When someone calls the HOTLINE, they will be prompted to leave a message. The message will be received by medical personnel, and a return phone call will be made within 48 hours to 72 hours.
This HOTLINE is an outlet for the community to have a sense of relief that their loved ones are getting the proper medical or mental health treatment.
HOTLINE Informational cards have been placed at the OFFICER’S desk in front lobby and at OFFICER’S desk in visitation area.
*These cards can be given out to anyone that has medical questions or concerns regarding any of our residents.
If you receive a call/message from 704-445-9833 stating "You have reached the Warrants/Citation Division of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Department" it is a #scam and not from MCSO.
When an officer is certified in Detention, he or she promises to keep the public trust by upholding fair and humanitarian treatment of all those incarcerated in our facilities. Though not a sworn position, detention officers are responsible for the care, safety, order and discipline of prisoners who are housed in one of three detention centers. Duties include control, counseling, resident training and transporting residents within a unit. A detention officer must be able to handle a wide variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds in some of the most challenging environments and situations.
When a Deputy Sheriff becomes sworn as a Law Enforcement Officer, he or she promises to keep the public trust by upholding the law and protecting the people of our community. Deputy Sheriffs work in a variety of areas including: Arrest Processing/Intake Center, Court Security, Domestic Violence, Child Support Enforcement, Transport, Civil Process, K-9, and Civil Judgment.
When a civilian embarks upon a career with the Sheriff’s Office, they must take an oath of office similar to that of a detention officer and deputy sheriff. Civilians promise to conduct themselves in a professional manner in both their personal and professional life, and that they will not be influenced in any matter on account of personal bias or prejudice. A civilian serves a critical role in the areas of Arrest Processing, Civil Process, Resident Programs, Business Management, Permits & Registration and Work Release, as well as providing clerical, administrative and planning support in every area.
EFFECTIVE July 17, 2022, ARREST AND WARRANT INQUIRY DATA IS UNAVAILABLE ONLINEE.
MCSO and local criminal justice partners have worked with the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts to prepare for the state’s launch of its new electronic warrant system. The NCAOC has encountered challenges with its new system that have impacted local justice systems, processes and access to data. MCSO is continuously working with County IT to circumvent these challenges. All arrest/warrant inquiries can be submitted to the Public Information Office mcsopublicinformation@mecknc.gov and will be processed as soon as data is available or Individuals can call Arrest Processing to look up and verify warrants until the online system is restored, 980-314-5100. We appreciate your patience as we work to modernize and expand access to justice in Mecklenburg County.
On September 19, 2022, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) adopted a new policy to end regulatory stops for non-moving violations in its most recent amendment to the MCSO Uniform Traffic Enforcement Policy. In collaboration with North Carolina Forward Justice the policy change serves to focus more on hazardous traffic violations and move away from regulatory offenses that have been shown to create disparities and disproportionality in our criminal justice system.
Our office has received several complaints from Mecklenburg County registered sex offenders asking them to submit payment to avoid being arrested for failure to provide a DNA sample. Our agency will never ask for money to avoid a warrant being issued or for an arrest of any offender. If you receive a call from anyone requesting money, please know this is a scam and you should not submit any payment.
SCAM ALERT: We have have received information that individuals identifying themselves as MCSO Deputies are calling citizens and informing them that have warrants for missing jury duty. These calls have come from numbers 704-247-1286 and 404-907-1935. Please be advised that this is a SCAM. MCSO will never call and solicit money in order to avoid arrest. Please stay aware and don’t become a victim.
