Dorchester County Booking Records
The Dorchester County jail roster shows everyone held at the Dorchester County Detention Center. You can search for inmates by name through the county's online booking search tool. This roster includes charges, bond amounts, and booking dates. The detention center is in Summerville, and the sheriff's office keeps the roster up to date. Public access to jail roster data is part of South Carolina's open records laws. You can search from home or call the facility for help.
Dorchester County Jail Facts
Dorchester County Detention Center
The Dorchester County Detention Center is at 300 Deming Way in Summerville. A second facility sits at 100 Sears Street in St. George. Together, these two sites hold an average of 284 inmates each day. The facility houses people waiting for trial and those who have been sentenced for minor crimes. The mission is to hold people in a safe and humane setting.
The Dorchester County jail roster is updated on a regular basis through the Southern Software booking search system. This online tool lets you look up any current inmate by name. Results show the charges, bond, and date of arrest. The system is free to use and open to the public.
You can visit the Dorchester County Booking Search page to find who is currently in custody. The search page provides details for each booking at the Dorchester County Detention Center.
The booking search above shows the Dorchester County online tool where you can look up inmates by name. This is the fastest way to check the Dorchester County jail roster without calling the facility.
| Primary Facility |
300 Deming Way Summerville, SC 29483 Phone: 843-832-0100 |
|---|---|
| Secondary Facility |
100 Sears Street St. George, SC 29477 |
| Sheriff's Office |
212 Deming Way Summerville, SC 29483 Phone: 843-832-0300 |
| Office Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
Dorchester County Jail Roster Visits
Inmates at the Dorchester County Detention Center may have visitors. Each person gets two 30-minute visits per week. Video visitation is also an option through approved vendors. Check with the facility for the current visit schedule and rules before you go.
Before you visit, use the Dorchester County jail roster to make sure the person is still in custody. People get released at all hours. A quick check saves you a trip. You can also use VINELink to track an inmate's status and get alerts when they are released from the Dorchester County Detention Center.
Note: Video visitation rules and approved vendors may change, so call 843-832-0100 before your first visit.
Inmate Funds in Dorchester County
You can add money to an inmate's account at the Dorchester County Detention Center. Deposits are accepted online, by kiosk, or by money order. There are limits on how much you can send. A single deposit can be up to $300. The weekly cap is $500, and the monthly limit is $1,000. These rules help the facility manage funds for all inmates on the Dorchester County jail roster.
Inmates use their account to buy items from the commissary. This includes snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. The commissary is run by a contracted vendor. Prices and product lists can change. Keeping money in an inmate's account helps them get what they need while they are held in Dorchester County.
Dorchester County Sentencing Options
Not all people who go through the Dorchester County jail roster stay in the facility long. The county offers several alternatives. These include home detention, weekend confinement, and community service. A judge decides if a person qualifies for one of these programs. Work release is also an option for low-risk inmates at the Dorchester County Detention Center.
People on alternative programs may still show up on the Dorchester County jail roster. Their status will note the type of program they are in. If you see someone listed but not held at the facility, they may be on home detention or another form of supervised release. Contact the Dorchester County Sheriff's Office for more details on a specific case.
Dorchester County Criminal Records
The jail roster covers current inmates, but past records take more work. The SLED CATCH system provides criminal history data for anyone in the state. You can search by name and date of birth. This tool covers all counties, including Dorchester County. It shows arrests, charges, and case outcomes from across South Carolina.
The state portal shown above lets you search for people held in South Carolina prisons. If someone from the Dorchester County jail roster was sent to state prison, you can find them here through the SCDC Public Portal.
The Dorchester County Sheriff's Office Records Division handles FOIA requests. You can ask for booking records, arrest reports, and other data. Allow up to 10 business days for a response. South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act gives you the right to request these records.
Note: FOIA requests to the Dorchester County Sheriff's Office may take up to 10 business days to process.
Nearby County Jail Rosters
Dorchester County borders several other counties in the Lowcountry. If you cannot find someone on the Dorchester County jail roster, try checking nearby facilities. The person may have been booked in another county.