How to Find Someone in Custody in Wake County
If someone was arrested in Raleigh or elsewhere in Wake County, start with the official Wake County inmate search.
You can use it to check whether the person is currently in custody and review charges and bond information when available.
Start Here: Wake County Inmate Search (P2C)
Use P2C first if you are trying to find someone who was recently arrested in Wake County.
The available record may show:
- Current custody status
- Charges
- Bond amount and type
- Available case information
You do not need every detail to start searching.
What Information Do I Need?
Don't have everything? That's okay. Start with the name you have.
Start With
- Person's full legal name
Helpful If You Know It
- Date of birth or age
- Approximate arrest date
- Arresting agency
How to Search
Step 1
Enter the Name
Search for the person using their legal name.
Step 2
Check the Matching Record
Make sure the available name and other details match the person you are looking for.
Step 3
Review the Bond Information
Check the custody status, charges, and bond information when available.
Wake County Inmate Inquiry search screen
What If the Bond Amount Is Not Showing?
Bond information may not be available immediately after an arrest.
If no bond amount is shown, check the record again later. You can also call us if you need help understanding the information currently available.
A bail bond cannot move forward until the bond type and amount have been confirmed.
Bond Has Been Set. What Do I Do Next?
Once you find the person and confirm that bond has been set, you can start the bail bond process or review the Wake County information first.
You do not need to understand the entire process before contacting us. Start with the information you found.
Secondary Tool
Need a Booking Photo or Wake County Arrest Record?
Wake County Arrest Records (CCBI)
CCBI provides a separate Wake County public arrest-record search.
The available record may include:
- Booking photo
- Arrest date
- Arresting agency
- Wake County charges
- Other available arrest details
Official Wake County tool · Opens in a new tab
Wake County arrest records may be incomplete and should not be treated as a complete criminal history.
Wake County arrest record search screen
Need Help After You Find the Bond?
If you found the person and a bond has been set, a licensed bail agent can review the information and explain what is needed next.
Available 24 Hours · Licensed North Carolina Bail Agents