Richmond City Justice Center
1701 Fairfield Way, Richmond, VA 23223
Physical Address
(804) 646-0100
Main Phone Line
Cities / Jurisdictions Served:
Richmond City Jail / Justice Center. Houses pre-trial detainees for Richmond City.
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Look up anyone currently or previously booked at Richmond City Justice Center. Search by name to find booking records, charges, bail info, and custody status.
Facility Overview
The Richmond City Justice Center is the primary detention facility for the City of Richmond, Virginia. One of the largest local jails in the state, it houses pre-trial detainees and those serving sentences of 12 months or less. The facility was designed to replace the former Richmond City Jail and provides modern correctional services for the capital city.
Visitation Information
Visitation is conducted via video terminals. Each inmate receives two 20-minute visits per week. Visitors must schedule in advance and present valid photo ID. In-person legal visits are available by appointment.
Booking Process
Individuals arrested in Richmond City are brought to the Justice Center for intake. The booking process includes identity verification, fingerprinting, mugshot photography, medical screening, and bond determination. Magistrate services are available on-site 24/7.
Inmate Services & Commissary
The facility offers commissary services, electronic messaging, educational programs, substance abuse treatment, and re-entry planning. Inmates may receive funds through approved electronic transfer. Medical and mental health services are available on-site.
What You Can Find in Richmond City Justice Center Records
Inmate Profile
- ✓Full legal name
- ✓Date of birth
- ✓Physical description
- ✓Booking photo
Charges & Case
- ✓All charges filed
- ✓Arrest date
- ✓Arresting agency
- ✓Case numbers
Bond & Bail
- ✓Bond amount set
- ✓Bond type
- ✓Bail conditions
- ✓Surety requirements
Court & Status
- ✓Court dates
- ✓Custody status
- ✓Release date
- ✓Transfer info
🔔 Track an Inmate at Richmond City Justice Center
Stay informed about custody status changes at Richmond City Justice Center. Virginia's VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) system provides automatic notifications when an inmate is released, transferred, or escapes.
Phone Alerts
Automated calls when status changes
Email Alerts
Instant email notifications
Text Alerts
SMS updates to your phone
To register for VINE notifications, search for the inmate using the search tool above, then select "Track This Person" on their record page. You'll receive alerts any time their custody status changes at Richmond City Justice Center or any Virginia facility.
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Search Free NowAbout Richmond City Justice Center
Richmond City Justice Center is a city jail facility located at 1701 Fairfield Way, Richmond, VA 23223. The facility serves Richmond. With a capacity of approximately 1,600 inmates, it is one of the significant correctional facilities in the Virginia jail system.
Searching for Inmates at Richmond City Justice Center
MohnMatrix provides free inmate search capabilities for Richmond City Justice Center. Simply enter a first and last name in our search tool to look up booking records, current charges, bail amounts, and court dates. Our system cross-references arrest records, court filings, and custody status to give you a complete picture — all without leaving MohnMatrix.
Virginia Jail Records Are Public Information
Under Virginia's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA, § 2.2-3700 et seq.), jail booking records including names, charges, and bond amounts are public information. You do not need to provide a reason to access these records. MohnMatrix compiles this public data into an easy-to-search format.