Department of Adult Correction| NC DAC

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Catawba Furniture Academy Graduates

Gov. Stein and First Lady attend and speak at graduation of the Catawba Valley Community College Furniture Academy.

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Congratulations!

Eleven men at Sampson Correctional graduate from Campbell University, having earned their Bachelor's or Associate's degrees.

News & Updates

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December 18, 2025

Governor Stein and First Lady Highlight Commitment to Reentry at Catawba Furniture Academy Graduation

The partnership prepares men in custody for high-demand jobs in the furniture industry. Learn more here.

December 12, 2025

Call for Presentations - Now Open!

NCDAC invites proposals for presentations at the 2026 NC Rehabilitation and Reentry Conference, April 7-9, 2026, in Raleigh. Learn more and submit your proposal here.

CO Richard Lee Wilson Jr. Advanced Certificate Recipient

November 21, 2025

16 Staff Receive Advanced Criminal Justice Certificates

Department of Adult Correction officers and staff were awarded Advanced Criminal Justice Certificates by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission during the board’s quarterly meeting on Nov. 21.

Offender Locator & Public Information

Search by name or offender ID for up-to-date info on NC offenders, probationers and parolees.

Absconders

We are asking for the public’s help in locating these absconders - individuals who are actively avoiding probation or parole supervision.

Current Initiatives

Reentry 2030

Reentry 2030 is a national initiative that aims to dramatically improve reentry success for people exiting prison & for those under community supervision.

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Gang Prevention & Intervention Task Force

NCDAC Secretary Dismukes serves as Co-chair of this Task Force committed to reducing gang activity and building safe communities.

ACA Accreditation

As part of its strategic plan, the NCDAC is pursuing American Correctional Association accreditation for all parts of the agency.

Air Conditioning Upgrades

This complex NCDAC project aims to design and install air conditioning at 40 state prisons that lack cooling systems, either partially or entirely, by 2027.

Adult Correction