Find Kannapolis Arrest Records
Kannapolis jail mugshots are public records processed through both the Cabarrus County and Rowan County Sheriff detention systems. Kannapolis has about 54,000 residents and spans parts of both counties. Chief Terry Spry leads the Kannapolis Police Department from 401 Laureate Way. Arrests in Kannapolis may be booked at either county's detention center depending on the location within the city. All booking photographs are available to the public under North Carolina law.
Kannapolis Jail Mugshots Quick Facts
Kannapolis Jail Mugshots and Bookings
Kannapolis sits across Cabarrus and Rowan counties. This means arrests in Kannapolis may go to either county's jail. The Cabarrus County Sheriff handles bookings for the Cabarrus portion. The Rowan County Sheriff handles the Rowan portion. Both agencies take mugshots during booking.
When KPD officers make an arrest, the person goes to the detention center in the county where the arrest happened. Staff take the mugshot and record charges, bond amounts, and personal details. Both county sheriffs store these records and make them available to the public.
The Kannapolis Police Department handles law enforcement across the city. KPD operates from 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081. Chief Terry Spry leads the department. For non-emergency questions, call 704-938-8895. The department website at kannapolisnc.gov/departments/police has details about records and services.
Search Kannapolis Booking Photos
Because Kannapolis spans two counties, you may need to check both sheriff offices. The Cabarrus County Sheriff and Rowan County Sheriff each provide online inmate search tools. Search by name to find booking photos and charges from Kannapolis arrests.
Under G.S. 132-1, all booking photographs are public records in North Carolina. Anyone can request them from either county sheriff. In-person inspection is free. Copies cost $0.25 per page under G.S. 132-6.2. Certified copies are $5.
Resources for Kannapolis arrest records:
- Cabarrus County Sheriff inmate lookup
- Rowan County Sheriff inmate lookup
- KPD records division at 704-938-8895
- NC DPS offender search for state inmates
- NC Courts for case details
Kannapolis Mugshots Under State Law
North Carolina's public records law applies to all jail mugshots from Kannapolis. G.S. 132-1 makes booking photographs available to any person. Both the Cabarrus and Rowan County Sheriffs must provide access when asked.
G.S. 132-1.4 allows law enforcement to withhold records tied to active investigations. After the case closes, records become available. Juvenile records are protected under G.S. 7B-3000. Mugshots of minors are not released in Kannapolis or elsewhere in the state.
Under G.S. 15A-145.5, qualifying charges can be expunged. An expungement order directs the relevant county sheriff to remove the booking record from public access. The mugshot would then no longer appear in searches for that Kannapolis arrest.
Kannapolis Police Department
KPD is the primary law enforcement agency for Kannapolis. Chief Terry Spry leads the department. Officers patrol the city and make arrests that go to either the Cabarrus or Rowan County detention center based on location.
| Agency | Kannapolis Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 Laureate Way Kannapolis, NC 28081 |
| Chief | Terry Spry |
| Non-Emergency | 704-938-8895 |
| Website | kannapolisnc.gov/departments/police |
KPD maintains arrest reports and incident records. Booking mugshots are held by the county sheriff where the booking occurred. Both county agencies follow G.S. 132-1 for public records requests.
Kannapolis Jail Booking Process
When KPD officers make an arrest in Kannapolis, they determine which county the arrest occurred in. The person is then taken to the appropriate detention center. Arrests in the Cabarrus County portion go to the Cabarrus County jail. Arrests in the Rowan County portion go to the Rowan County facility.
The booking process is similar at both jails. Staff take the mugshot, capture fingerprints, and record personal information. Charges are entered into the system. Bond is set based on the charges and any prior record. The booking record goes into the county sheriff's digital database.
After booking, the person is either held in custody or released on bond. The record stays on file permanently with the county sheriff where the booking occurred. Even if charges are dropped later, the booking record remains unless a court orders expungement. This applies to both Cabarrus and Rowan County bookings for Kannapolis arrests.
Kannapolis Mugshot Copy Fees
Copy fees for booking records from Kannapolis follow the state schedule. G.S. 132-6.2 sets the rate at $0.25 per page for standard copies. Certified copies are $5 each. Both the Cabarrus and Rowan County Sheriffs follow these same rates. You can inspect records for free in person at either sheriff's office during business hours.
Contact the appropriate county sheriff to request copies. Include the person's full name and approximate arrest date. If you are unsure which county handled the booking, contact KPD at 704-938-8895 for help identifying the correct jurisdiction.
State Records for Kannapolis Arrests
State agencies maintain records from Kannapolis arrests. The NC Department of Public Safety holds state prison records. The State Bureau of Investigation keeps statewide criminal history data. The NC Sheriffs' Association provides contacts for all county sheriffs.
Visit the NC General Statutes for the full text of public records laws governing mugshot access in Kannapolis and across North Carolina.
Cabarrus and Rowan County Jail Mugshots
Kannapolis spans Cabarrus and Rowan counties. Booking records go to the county where the arrest took place. Visit the county pages for full details on each county's detention and records system.