Access Greenville County Booking Releases
Greenville County booking releases are maintained by the Greenville County Sheriff's Office and the county detention center. Greenville County is the most populous county in South Carolina with over 530,000 residents. The county runs one of the most robust online booking search systems in the state. You can look up current inmates and recent booking releases at any time through the public inmate search tool. The detention center at 20 McGee Street holds up to 1,277 people.
Greenville County Quick Facts
Greenville County Inmate Search
The Greenville County inmate search tool is one of the best in South Carolina. You can access it at app.greenvillecounty.org/inmate_search.htm. The tool is free and runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Search by name to find current inmates and recent booking releases in Greenville County.
Results from the Greenville County inmate search show the person's name, mugshot, charges, bond amount, and booking date. If the person has been released, the record shows the release date and method. This tool gives you fast access to Greenville County booking releases without having to visit an office or call the detention center.
The Greenville County Sheriff's Office website at gcso.org is the main hub for all law enforcement information in the county. Sheriff Hobart Lewis leads the office. You can reach the Sheriff's Office at (864) 271-5210 or (864) 467-5280. The office is at 4 McGee Street in Greenville.
The Greenville County detention center processes thousands of bookings each year. It is one of the busiest facilities in the state.
| Sheriff's Office |
Greenville County Sheriff's Office 4 McGee Street Greenville, SC 29601 Phone: (864) 271-5210 / (864) 467-5280 Sheriff: Hobart Lewis |
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| Detention Center |
Greenville County Detention Center 20 McGee Street Greenville, SC 29601 Phone: (864) 467-2330 Capacity: 1,277 |
Greenville County Booking Release Requests
You can request Greenville County booking releases through the Freedom of Information Act. Under S.C. Code Ann. Section 30-4-10 et seq., the public has a right to inspect and copy public records. Booking releases are public records in Greenville County. The FOIA coordinator is Courtney Fitzpatrick. You can reach her at CFitzpatrick@greenvillecounty.org.
The Greenville County Sheriff's Office has a FOIA portal at gcso.org/foia/. You can submit requests through this portal. The county also accepts requests at the County Records office at 301 University Ridge. Call (864) 467-7000 or email records@greenvillecounty.org for help with records requests.
Greenville County responds to FOIA requests within 10 business days for records less than 24 months old. Older records may take 20 business days. Production of records takes up to 30 days, or 35 days for older records. Under Section 30-4-30, you have the right to view records in person during normal business hours.
Section 30-4-40 lists the exemptions from disclosure. Active investigation files and certain personal data may be withheld. Most standard Greenville County booking releases are fully available to the public.
Greenville County Detention Bookings
Every person arrested in Greenville County is booked at the detention center on McGee Street. The booking process records the person's name, date of birth, address, and physical traits. Staff take fingerprints and a mugshot. Charges are logged with details from the arresting officer. Bond is set based on the charge type and a schedule approved by the court.
Greenville County processes a high volume of bookings. The detention center has a capacity of 1,277. It holds inmates awaiting trial, those serving short sentences, and people waiting for transfer. Each booking creates a record that becomes part of the public data in Greenville County.
When a person leaves custody, a release record is created. This shows the date, time, and type of release. The booking release record stays in the system and can be found through the online inmate search tool or by contacting the Greenville County Sheriff's Office.
Greenville County Court Records
Booking releases in Greenville County often lead to court cases. The South Carolina Judicial Branch runs a free case search tool that covers all counties. Search by name or case number to find Greenville County cases. Results show charges, hearing dates, and outcomes.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division maintains a statewide criminal records database. SLED compiles arrest data from all 46 counties. A search through their system may show Greenville County bookings as part of a broader criminal history. Full background checks through SLED require a fee.
For real-time updates on custody status in Greenville County, VINELink offers free alerts. Register to get notified by call, text, or email when an inmate is released. The service covers all South Carolina detention centers.
Note: Court records and booking release records are kept by different agencies in Greenville County. Search both systems for the most complete information.
Booking Photos in Greenville County
Mugshots are taken at the Greenville County detention center during the booking process. These photos show up in the online inmate search results. South Carolina law under Section 17-1-60 sets rules for how booking photos can be used. The law prevents misuse of mugshots for profit.
If charges are dropped or the person is acquitted, they can request removal of the mugshot from public sites. Greenville County follows these state rules. The online inmate search tool may still show the photo as part of the booking record, but commercial use is restricted.
For official copies of Greenville County booking photos, contact the Sheriff's Office or submit a FOIA request through the portal. The photo is part of the arrest record.
Release Types in Greenville County
People leave the Greenville County detention center through several paths. The release type is logged in the booking release record. Bond is the most common way out. A magistrate sets the bond amount at a first appearance hearing. Once the bond is paid or posted, the person is released from Greenville County custody.
Other release methods from the Greenville County detention center include:
- Personal recognizance bond requiring no cash
- Surety bond through a bail bonding company
- Release by court order
- Charges dismissed by the solicitor's office
- Transfer to state prison or another facility
- Time served on a sentence
Each release type appears in the Greenville County booking system. You can see this data in the online inmate search or request it through a FOIA submission.
Cities in Greenville County
Greenville County includes several cities and towns. All booking releases for arrests within the county are processed through the Greenville County Sheriff's Office and detention center.
Greenville is the county seat and largest city. Greer, Mauldin, and Simpsonville are also in Greenville County. All fall under the county for booking release records.
Nearby Counties
Greenville County borders several South Carolina counties. If you are unsure which county handled a booking, check the arresting agency on the record. Each county keeps its own booking release data.