Complete a Free Spartanburg County Mugshot Search (SC)

Carry out a free Spartanburg County mugshot search to identify individuals confined in jail. Mugshots are photographic images of arrested individuals which are taken during the booking process for offender identification.

In South Carolina, including Spartanburg County, this information is part of public records and is accessible – typically at no cost – through online databases hosted by law enforcement agencies.

This resource provides detailed instructions on how to view mugshots of individuals who have been recently arrested in Spartanburg County, South Carolina.

How To Locate Mugshots for Free: Online Resources

Mugshots or booking photos are included in arrest records, which can be found through various sources. These records can be accessed online, through a formal request, by mail or via an in-person visit to the relevant department.

In Spartanburg County, arrest records — including mugshots — are commonly found through the county sheriff’s office. The sheriff’s office manages the county jail, where records of individuals under custody are kept and made available for public viewing through a jail roster accessible on their website for free.

Mugshots can also be obtained at the city level, generally via a record request. City police departments maintain the initial records of arrest that happen within their jurisdictions. Police departments initiate the booking process, take photos and fingerprints of arrested offenders and fulfill the documentation.

Moreover, records of individuals currently incarcerated in the state prison are under the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SC DOC) jurisdiction; so, to access prisoner’s mugshots, interested individuals must also check out the state resources.

How To View Spartanburg County Mugshots via the Sheriff’s Office

Whether you are a family member, friend, victim of a crime, or just a curious citizen who wants to stay informed of the recent arrests, you may start your search for arrestees’ mugshots.

Arrest records, including mugshots, are compiled by the sheriff’s office and shared to the general public through an online jail roster.

The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) provides a list of individuals (with mugshots) who have been recently booked in jail for the last 72 hours (3 days) that can be viewed on their website for free.¹

Additional inmate information such as booking number, address, race, physical description, arrest details and offense can be viewed by clicking the specific offender’s name.

Note: When the offender’s photo or mugshot is not displayed, it indicates that the offender was not taken into custody but rather the person was issued a Courtesy Summons. 

If it happens that the individual you are searching for cannot be found on the list, the offender may have been arrested prior to 3 days ago.

The SCSO also offers a user-friendly database that allows the public to view individuals who are currently in custody; the database is updated every 15 minutes, ensuring that the record is accurate.² To view mugshots, users can choose from two roster formats: sorted alphabetically or by booking number.

To search for offenders of interest, simply scroll down the list, then click the hyperlinked offender name to view more details. Clicking the offender’s photo will display a larger version of the mugshot.

Records can also be obtained by sending an FOIA Request. However, note that copies of records have an associated fee from this means.

While searching the online roster is the most preferred means to view mugshots, these records may also be accessed by visiting the office in person at the address provided below. However, it is advisable to contact the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office beforehand at 864.503.4500 to inquire about your request.⁴

Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office
8045 Howard St.
Spartanburg, SC 29303

Additionally, you may also reach out to the SCSO Detention Facilities directly by calling 864.596.2607 or visiting the county jail where the offender is held: Main County Jail, Annex 1 or Annex 2.

Lastly, records of arrest and inmate information can also be retrieved through VINELink. This online resource provides access to inmates’ information, but details are limited; results don’t show booking photos.

For more guidance, refer to the steps for obtaining Spartanburg County arrest records.

Inmate Services

Individuals incarcerated in the Spartanburg County detention facilities, whether they are confined in county or city jail, have been given the right to exercise inmate services for them to stay connected to their families and community.⁵

These services ensure that inmates have emotional, social and financial support from families and friends during their time in jail. Provided below is a brief outline of inmate services offered by Spartanburg County.

Posting Bail: In Spartanburg County, South Carolina, bonds are set by the Magistrate Courts. There are two types of bonds: personal recognizance bonds, where the defendant signs a promise to appear, and surety bonds, which can be posted through cash deposit or a licensed bondsman.

Bonds can be posted at the Spartanburg County Detention Facility, which is located at the address below:⁶

Spartanburg County Detention Center
950 California Ave.
Spartanburg, SC 29303

Contact Inmates via Phone: Individuals confined in jail can talk to their loved ones through Securus phone service.⁷ Inmates must first create an account to make phone calls. Every call is recorded and monitored for security purposes.

Note: Calling isn’t free; however, new inmates get one free call, after which fees apply.

Inmates are given access to the phone up to 2 times a day, but at least once weekly.

Sending Mail: Mail for inmates is scanned and viewed digitally.⁸ Senders must include the inmate name and number and it should be addressed as displayed below:

Spartanburg County Detention Center (SCDC)
[Inmate Name and/or Inmate Number]
PO Box 9133
Seminole, FL 33775

On the other hand, privileged/legal mail must be sent to a separate address, as provided below.

SCDC
950 California Ave
Spartanburg, SC 29303

Sending Funds: Loved ones can send money to inmate accounts via cash, credit cards or debit cards at the kiosk located at the Spartanburg County Jail (main jail).⁹

Another option is through the McDaniel Supply Company, which accepts deposits online via credit card. Each deposit has a $3 fee, which is deducted from the deposited amount.

Inmate Visitation: The Spartanburg County Detention Facilities do not allow in-person visits; rather, they use remote visitation or video visitation systems instead.¹⁰ Visitors must schedule visits online.

Every inmate has two 30-minute slots and one 20 or 40-minute remote paid visit per week.

Looking Up Mugshots by City in Spartanburg County

Similar to other jurisdictions, the city police department houses recently arrested offenders in a holding cell for a particular amount of time before they are sent to the county jail.

Police departments are responsible for the booking process, which includes taking mugshots and fingerprints. This initial arrest record is sent to the sheriff’s office for filing or when the offender is transferred to the county jail.

For instance, if a record or mugshot is not available from the county sheriff’s office, citizens may be able to obtain it from the police department that made the arrest.

Listed below are some of the cities in Spartanburg County, with their respective methods of obtaining or viewing mugshots.

City of Spartanburg: When searching for records, specifically offender’s mugshots in the City of Spartanburg — the most populous city — record seekers can obtain them by submitting a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. However, the request isn’t free; a copy of police photographs or offender’s photo has a $3 fee, based on the city fee schedule.

Alternatively, records can also be accessed directly from the Spartanburg City Police Department’s Record Division located at:¹¹

Spartanburg Police Department
ATTN: Records
187 W Broad St
Spartanburg, SC 29306

Phone: 864.596.2035
Email: [email protected]

City of Greer: Records can be accessed through the following means: by emailing at [email protected], by calling 864.848.2161 or through an in-person visit at the Greer City Police Department.

Greer Police Department
102 S Main St.
Greer, SC 29651

Fax: 864.416.0112
Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Monday – Friday

Recently captured offenders are held at Greer Detention Center for a maximum time of 48 hours, which is located at the same address as the police department. Citizens may also contact the detention center at 864.848.5358 or visit the facility directly.¹²

City of Lyman: If the Lyman police made the arrests, any concerns should be directed to the city police department at the following address:

Lyman Police Department
81 Groce Rd.
Lyman, SC 29365

Administration: 864.439.8445
Non-Emergency Dispatch: 864.596.2222
24hr Fax: 864.439.9050

Note: The process of obtaining mugshots may vary by agency, so it is recommended to contact the relevant city police department for specific instructions.

The next section explains how to view mugshots of individuals confined in the state or federal prison. Additionally, the laws and restrictions for the access of these records are also briefly explained.

Search for Prisoners’ Mugshots Through State & Federal Resources

Mugshots are also taken for individuals transferred into the state correctional facilities. State prisoners’ information cannot be accessed in a county level search.

Records can be viewed through the South Carolina Department of Corrections’ Incarcerated Inmate Search, a statewide resource.¹³ This online resource makes prisoners’ information, including police photographs, available to the general public.

However, there are exceptions; this search tool only shows records of individuals currently confined in the state prisons. Released prisoners, escapees, wanted persons, individuals under supervision (on probation and parole) and juvenile prisoners records cannot be accessed through this means.

To accurately search for a specific prisoner, searchers can enter the prisoner’s SCDC number or the offender’s SID (State Identification) into the appropriate fields and click the “Submit” button.

If not known, users can also search by providing the offender’s name (first and last name). If unsure of the spelling or prisoner’s name, records can also be viewed by performing a phonetic search, where results display a list of offenders with names that sound similar to the name entered.

Search results show a list of prisoners that match the search criteria, including their mugshots along with the offender’s full name, SCDC number and physical description, and clicking on a specific prisoner will display a larger image.

For prior records, interested individuals can conduct a Criminal Records Check; however, this isn’t free, as each record costs $25 fee.

Furthermore, if you are curious about searching arrest and criminal records across the state, you can refer to the instructions on accessing all free South Carolina criminal records.

When seeking information on federal prisoners records, information can be accessed through the Find an Inmate Search Tool provided by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), searchable by either the offender’s name or BOP number.

According to South Carolina Code of Laws, Section 30-4-10, the public can access offenders’ information, including mugshots.¹⁵ However, it’s important to know that this information must not be used for illegal purposes, to harass or intimidate someone. Use of these records must comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and all other local, state or federal laws.

Knowing the process and law that surrounds it, anyone can perform a Spartanburg County mugshot search.