Search Myrtle Beach Booking Reports
Myrtle Beach booking reports track arrests made by the Myrtle Beach Police Department in Horry County. This coastal city sees a high volume of arrests, especially during peak tourist season. All Myrtle Beach arrests are processed at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center operated by the Horry County Sheriff's Office. You can search for Myrtle Beach booking reports online through the county system or by contacting the police department. These records are public under South Carolina law and show who was booked, what charges were filed, and when the arrest happened.
Myrtle Beach Quick Facts
Myrtle Beach Booking Reports Location
The Myrtle Beach Police Department makes arrests within city limits. Officers transport arrested individuals to the J. Reuben Long Detention Center in Conway, which is the main booking facility for all of Horry County. The detention center creates a booking report each time a person is processed.
| Agency | Myrtle Beach Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 1101 North Oak Street Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 |
| Phone | (843) 918-1382 |
| Detention | J. Reuben Long Detention Center (Horry County) |
| Website | cityofmyrtlebeach.com |
The Myrtle Beach Police Department also runs its own website for police services. You can find information about the department and its records at police.cityofmyrtlebeach.com. The department's Records Division handles requests for arrest reports and incident reports tied to Myrtle Beach cases.
Note: The J. Reuben Long Detention Center handles bookings for the entire county, not just Myrtle Beach.
Search Myrtle Beach Arrests Online
Myrtle Beach is one of the easier places in South Carolina to search booking reports. The Horry County Sheriff's Office provides an online bookings and releases database. You can access it at horrycountysc.gov. This tool shows recent bookings at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center, including arrests made by the Myrtle Beach Police Department.
The online system lets you search by name and view booking details. It typically shows the person's name, charges, booking date, bond amount, and release status. This is the fastest way to find current Myrtle Beach booking reports without making a formal request.
The Myrtle Beach Police Department website is shown here with links to police services and records information.
The police department site provides contact details for records requests and links to report forms.
For older records or records not shown online, you can file a FOIA request. South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act under S.C. Code Section 30-4-30 gives you the right to request copies of booking reports from both the Myrtle Beach Police Department and the Horry County Sheriff's Office.
Myrtle Beach Police P2C System
The Myrtle Beach Police Department runs a Police to Citizen portal, known as P2C. This online tool gives the public access to certain police records. You can search for incidents, arrests, and other activity within Myrtle Beach through this system.
The P2C portal for Myrtle Beach is shown here.
This system is separate from the Horry County booking database but provides useful information about Myrtle Beach police activity.
The P2C portal typically shows arrest dates, charge descriptions, and locations. It covers activity within Myrtle Beach city limits. For booking details like bond amounts and release dates, the Horry County system is more complete. Using both tools gives you the best picture of a Myrtle Beach arrest and booking.
Records Requests for Myrtle Beach Bookings
When online tools do not have what you need, a formal records request is the next step. You can send a FOIA request to the Myrtle Beach Police Department at 1101 North Oak Street. Include the name of the person, the date or range of dates, and a clear description of what records you want.
Under S.C. Code Section 30-4-50, the agency must respond within 10 business days. They may charge reasonable fees for copies. The Myrtle Beach Police Department processes many records requests given the city's large visitor population and active police force.
Items you can request from Myrtle Beach booking reports include:
- Arrest reports with charge details
- Booking photographs
- Incident reports tied to the arrest
- Bond information and release records
- Names of arresting officers
Some records may be withheld if they involve an active investigation. Juvenile records are also restricted. But the vast majority of adult Myrtle Beach booking reports are available to the public under Section 30-4-10 of the FOIA.
Myrtle Beach Arrest Patterns
Myrtle Beach is a major tourist destination on the South Carolina coast. The city's population swells during summer months, and so does the number of arrests. The Myrtle Beach Police Department handles thousands of arrests each year across a wide range of charges. Common booking report entries include DUI, disorderly conduct, drug offenses, and theft.
The City of Myrtle Beach official website provides background on city services and public safety.
City resources include links to police, courts, and other public services in Myrtle Beach.
Because of the high volume, the online booking database at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center is updated frequently. This makes it a reliable source for recent Myrtle Beach booking reports. The database is free to use and does not require an account.
Note: Tourist-related arrests in Myrtle Beach may involve people from out of state, which can affect how quickly records appear in South Carolina systems.
State Tools for Myrtle Beach Records
Several statewide databases can supplement your search for Myrtle Beach booking reports. The SLED CATCH system at catch.sled.sc.gov provides criminal history records from all South Carolina agencies. This includes arrests made by the Myrtle Beach Police Department.
The South Carolina Department of Corrections at doc.sc.gov has an inmate search for people serving state prison sentences. VINE at vinelink.com offers custody tracking and release notifications for people held at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center or any other South Carolina facility.
Court records from Myrtle Beach cases can be found through the SC Judicial Department at sccourts.org. These show what happened after the booking, including court dates, pleas, and case outcomes. Combining booking reports with court records gives a fuller picture of any Myrtle Beach arrest.
Horry County Booking Reports
Myrtle Beach is in Horry County. All arrests in the city are processed through the Horry County detention system at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center. For more on county booking reports, the online search tool, and detention center details, visit the Horry County page.
Nearby South Carolina Cities
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