Virginia Jail Roster & Inmate Search
Find out who is currently in custody across Virginia. Search every regional jail, city jail, and county facility — view booking records, charges, bail amounts, court dates, and mugshots.
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How Virginia Jail Records Work
Arrest & Booking
When arrested, individuals are transported to the local or regional jail and booked into custody. A booking record is created.
Public Record
Booking records in Virginia are public information under FOIA. This includes name, charges, bail amount, and booking date.
Mugshot & ID
A booking photo (mugshot) is taken along with fingerprints. Physical description and identifying details are recorded.
Court & Release
Inmates await arraignment, bond hearings, and trial. Release happens via bail, bond, time served, or acquittal.
Regional Jails
7Regional jails serve multiple cities and counties. Most Virginia inmates are held in regional facilities.
Riverside Regional Jail
regional📍 500 Fall Hill Ave, North Prince George, VA 23860
📞 (804) 524-6600
Capacity: ~1,024 inmates
Cities served
Pamunkey Regional Jail
regional📍 7281 River Road, Hanover, VA 23069
📞 (804) 537-6530
Capacity: ~450 inmates
Cities served
Hampton Roads Regional Jail
regional📍 2500 Elmhurst Lane, Portsmouth, VA 23701
📞 (757) 393-2696
Capacity: ~750 inmates
Cities served
Blue Ridge Regional Jail — Lynchburg
regional📍 74 Courthouse Lane, Lynchburg, VA 24501
📞 (434) 847-1602
Capacity: ~570 inmates
Cities served
New River Valley Regional Jail
regional📍 1300 Tyler Ave, Radford, VA 24141
📞 (540) 267-5980
Capacity: ~400 inmates
Cities served
Rappahannock Regional Jail
regional📍 1745 U.S. Route 17, Stafford, VA 22554
📞 (540) 288-6200
Capacity: ~680 inmates
Cities served
Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail
regional📍 160 Peregory Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22902
📞 (434) 977-6981
Capacity: ~329 inmates
Cities served
City Jails
8Independent cities in Virginia operate their own jail facilities.
Richmond City Justice Center
city📍 1701 Fairfield Way, Richmond, VA 23223
📞 (804) 646-0100
Capacity: ~1,600 inmates
Cities served
Norfolk City Jail
city📍 811 East City Hall Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510
📞 (757) 664-4700
Capacity: ~1,100 inmates
Cities served
Virginia Beach Correctional Center
city📍 2501 James Madison Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
📞 (757) 385-4531
Capacity: ~1,300 inmates
Cities served
Hampton City Jail
city📍 1928 West Pembroke Ave, Hampton, VA 23661
📞 (757) 727-6325
Capacity: ~600 inmates
Cities served
Newport News City Jail
city📍 230 26th St, Newport News, VA 23607
📞 (757) 926-8737
Capacity: ~750 inmates
Cities served
Roanoke City Jail
city📍 324 Campbell Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
📞 (540) 853-2621
Capacity: ~400 inmates
Cities served
Chesapeake Correctional Center
city📍 401 Albemarle Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23322
📞 (757) 382-6515
Capacity: ~800 inmates
Cities served
Danville City Jail
city📍 401 Patton St, Danville, VA 24541
📞 (434) 799-5130
Capacity: ~200 inmates
Cities served
County Jails
2County facilities serving the surrounding communities.
Henrico County Jail
county📍 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
📞 (804) 501-4571
Capacity: ~900 inmates
Cities served
Chesterfield County Jail
county📍 6900 Mimms Loop, Chesterfield, VA 23832
📞 (804) 748-1471
Capacity: ~1,200 inmates
Cities served
What's Available in Jail Records
Inmate Identity
- ✓Full legal name & aliases
- ✓Date of birth
- ✓Physical description
- ✓Booking photo / mugshot
- ✓Identifying marks / tattoos
Case Information
- ✓All charges filed
- ✓Arrest date & booking time
- ✓Arresting agency
- ✓Bond / bail amount set
- ✓Court dates scheduled
Custody Status
- ✓Currently in custody or released
- ✓Facility location
- ✓Release date (if applicable)
- ✓Probation / parole status
- ✓Sentence information
🔔 Get Notified When an Inmate's Status Changes
Virginia participates in VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday), a free service that notifies you when an offender is released, transferred, or escapes from custody.
How VINE Works
- ✓ Register with an offender's name or ID
- ✓ Receive phone, email, or text notifications
- ✓ Covers most Virginia jails and all state prisons
- ✓ Completely free and confidential
- ✓ Available 24/7
Who Should Use VINE
- ✓ Victims of crime
- ✓ Families tracking a loved one's status
- ✓ Attorneys monitoring client custody
- ✓ Bail bondsmen tracking clients
- ✓ Anyone concerned about an offender's release
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Understanding Virginia's Jail System
Virginia's corrections system consists of local jails (both city-operated and regional), which house pre-trial detainees and inmates serving sentences of up to 12 months, and state prisons operated by the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) for sentences exceeding one year.
Types of Jail Records in Virginia
When someone is arrested and booked into a Virginia jail, several records are created that become part of the public record under Virginia's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA):
- Booking Record — Created at intake, includes name, charges, arresting officer, and bail amount
- Mugshot / Booking Photo — Taken during the booking process
- Court Docket — Lists scheduled hearings, continuances, and dispositions
- Bond Information — Bail amount set, conditions of release, surety requirements
How Long Are People Held Before Trial?
Virginia law requires an arraignment within 48 hours of arrest (or the next business day). Pre-trial detention can range from hours (if bail is posted immediately) to months for serious felonies where bail is denied. The average pre-trial detention in Virginia is approximately 26 days.
Your Rights Regarding Jail Records
Under Virginia's FOIA (§ 2.2-3700 et seq.), most jail booking records are considered public information. You have the right to access booking records, mugshots (with some exceptions), and court documents without stating a reason.
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