Darlington County Detention Center
2349 Rogers Road
Darlington, SC 29532-3213
Phone: 843-398-4220

Detention Division
The Detention Division is composed of 53 employees, which includes administration, command staff, and officers. In 1999, we moved into our new facility, which houses 224 inmates, with an additional holding area capacity of 64. The facility houses both male and female inmates. This state of the art facility has been a model in structure and operations throughout the state. It is a direct supervision facility. Meaning, it is a totally self-sufficient operation consisting of housing, food service and laundry facilities that maintain a high level of service on a daily basis. Ninety-five to ninety-eight percent of the housed inmates are pre-trial or persons waiting to go to court to have their cases heard by a judge. The other 2% - 5% are persons serving a 90- day or less sentence or, are waiting to be transferred to another facility. Additionally, we are a contracted holding facility for the United States Marshall Service for Federal inmates awaiting trial in the United States Federal Court System.

Visitation is allowed seven days per week from 8:00AM - 8:00PM, in thirty-minute increments per day per inmate. No personal contact is allowed during visitation.

The Jail Administrator is responsible for the planning, organizing, and implementing the operations and programs of the Detention division. Additionally, ensures that all policy, regulations, and procedures are enforced and implemented. Prepares and monitors the division budget, prepares reports and analysis as required. Is directly accountable to the Sheriff and Chief Deputy for the implementation of all operations of the division.

Under the direction of the Jail Administrator, duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Administrator include coordinating the day-to-day operation of the Division. Assist with recruiting and selecting personnel as well as recommending employees for promotions or transfers. Assist in preparing and monitoring the Division's yearly budget. Update policies and procedures as necessary. Available for other duties as prescribed by the Jail Administrator.

Under the direction of the Deputy Administrator, provide effective leadership and supervision to the day-to-day operations. To ensure and maintain the highest level of security possible to the public, staff, and inmates. Identify any deficiencies that may cause a negative effect on the operations of the Detention Division. To be proficient in communicating, listening, and resolving needs as they arise.