Laurens County Detention Roster
The Laurens County jail roster is maintained at the Johnson Detention Center in Laurens, South Carolina. This 190-bed facility processes roughly 4,200 offenders each year and has an average daily population of about 210 inmates. The jail roster lists each person by name, booking date, sex, and charges. You can search the Laurens County jail roster online through the Sheriff's Office website. The detention center phone number is 864-683-4055 for direct inmate inquiries. This page explains how to find inmates on the Laurens County jail roster and access related records.
Laurens County Jail Roster Quick Facts
Laurens County Jail Roster Search
The Laurens County Sheriff's Office posts an inmate search tool online. Visit laurenssheriff.net/inmate-search.html to view the current jail roster. Each entry shows the inmate's name, booking date, sex, and charges. The system updates as new bookings and releases occur throughout the day.
The Laurens County inmate search page is shown in the screenshot below.
For phone inquiries, call the detention center at 864-683-4055. The main Sheriff's Office number is 864-681-4509. Staff can verify if someone is on the Laurens County jail roster and share basic information about charges and bond amounts. Phone calls are the fastest way to get current status when you cannot access the website.
Johnson Detention Center
| Facility | Johnson Detention Center 154 Templeton Road, Laurens, SC 29360 Phone: 864-683-4055 |
|---|---|
| Sheriff's Office | PO Box 329, Laurens, SC 29360 Phone: 864-681-4509 |
| Capacity | 190 beds |
| Commander | Captain Chris Hudson |
The Johnson Detention Center is the official name of the Laurens County jail. It sits at 154 Templeton Road in Laurens and has 190 beds. Captain Chris Hudson commands the Detention Services Division. The facility's mission is to provide a secure, sanitary, and safe place for pre-trial incarceration and the protection of the public.
The Laurens County Sheriff's Office website provides information about all divisions. The screenshot below shows the Sheriff's Office homepage.
The facility processes about 4,200 offenders each year. The weekly turnover rate is roughly 55%, which means the Laurens County jail roster changes frequently. New bookings and releases happen daily. Check the online roster often if you are tracking a specific person.
Note: Mail to inmates must include the inmate's full name and ID number or it will be returned.
Booking Records in Laurens County
Every arrest in Laurens County creates a booking record at the Johnson Detention Center. Staff collect the person's name, date of birth, physical description, charges, and arresting agency. Fingerprints and a booking photo are taken. All of this data appears on the Laurens County jail roster once processing is complete.
Bond amounts are set by a magistrate or judge. Some charges allow a pre-set bond, while others require a hearing. The Laurens County jail roster shows current bond amounts for each inmate. When bond is posted, the inmate is released and removed from the active roster.
The Laurens County homepage is shown below for general county information and public service links.
Under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, the names of anyone held in custody within the past three months must be provided upon request. You can ask in person, by phone, or in writing to the Laurens County Sheriff's Office.
FOIA Requests for Laurens County
Written FOIA requests for Laurens County jail records should go to the Sheriff's Office at PO Box 329, Laurens, SC 29360. Include the full name of the person, approximate dates, and what records you need. Standard fees of $0.25 per page apply. The office must respond within 10 business days for recent records and 20 business days for older ones.
Basic inmate status checks do not require a formal request. Call the Johnson Detention Center at 864-683-4055 to confirm if someone is on the Laurens County jail roster. For more detailed records, the written FOIA process is the correct route.
Laurens County Jail Roster Data
Each record on the Laurens County jail roster includes the inmate's name, booking date, sex, and charges. This data is public under South Carolina law and available to anyone. The roster covers all people currently in custody at the Johnson Detention Center, from minor offenses to serious felonies.
The average daily population of about 210 inmates means the facility often operates above its 190-bed capacity. This high occupancy rate is common in South Carolina county jails. The Laurens County jail roster reflects this volume with frequent changes as people are booked in and released throughout each day.
Court and Criminal Records
The Laurens County jail roster shows who is in custody now. Court records show the full case history. The SC Judicial Branch Public Index covers Laurens County criminal cases. Search by name or case number to find charges, court dates, and dispositions. The system is free for the public.
For state prison inmates, the SCDC Inmate Search shows current inmates in state facilities. This does not include people on the Laurens County jail roster. VINE provides 24-hour custody alerts for Laurens County inmates. Register for free notifications when an inmate is released or moved.
The SC Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services tracks offenders under community supervision. This resource helps when someone has left the Laurens County jail roster and is serving a probation or parole term. The SCDC portal screenshot below shows the state inmate search tool.
The SCDC released inmate list helps locate people who have completed their state prison sentences. It covers releases from all 21 state institutions.
Note: VINE covers most South Carolina detention facilities, including the Johnson Detention Center in Laurens County.
Nearby Counties
People arrested near the Laurens County border may end up in a neighboring facility. Check these counties if you cannot find someone on the Laurens County jail roster.