Virginia Inmate Records

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Locating an Inmate in Virginia

There are a few ways to find an inmate in Virginia. The path you take will depend on where they are held. This could be a state facility, a city or county jail, or a federal prison.

Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) Inmate Search

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) has a tool to find people in state prisons. This is the main way to do a "Virginia Inmate Search" for state inmates. You can look for an inmate by their name or their VADOC ID number.

To use the VADOC Offender Locator for your "Virginia Inmate Search," you need:

• At least the first letter of the inmate's first name AND their full last name.

• OR the inmate's seven-digit Inmate ID #.

You can find the tool on the VADOC website. Go to the VADOC Offender Locator. The site may also let you use more details to help your search. These can include a middle name, race, age range, or expected release date. The list you get will show the inmate's name, ID, location, and potential release date. This tool is key for a good "Virginia Inmate Search."

The VADOC main office is: Virginia Department of Corrections P.O. Box 26963 Richmond, VA 23261 Phone: (804) 674-3000

Business hours for the main office are not listed on the website. Call them for that information. Many state offices work Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. But it is best to check.

City and County Jail Inmate Search

If the person you seek is not in a state facility, they might be in a city or county jail. For this "Virginia Inmate Search," you need to check with the local sheriff's office. Or you can check the jail's own website. Some jails have their own online lookup tools. These tools can be very helpful. You often need the person's full name. A date of birth can also speed up the search. Each local jail may have its own way to share these facts. So, checking their site first is a good plan. If they do not have a site, a phone call is your next best step. Staff at the jail or sheriff's of fice can tell you how to ask for data. This part of a "Virginia Inmate Search" needs more local steps. It takes time to find the right place to ask. But it is the best way for those not in state care.

For example:

• Newport News Sheriff's Office: They have an Inmate Search on their site. It is a public service for safety. They state the information is updated often but can change quickly.

  • Sheriff's Office General Information: 757-926-8535

• Western Virginia Regional Jail (WVRJ): To find an inmate here, use their Inmate Lookup. This tool is specific to their facility.

  • Physical Address: 5885 W River Road, Salem, VA 24153

  • Phone: 540-378-3700

• Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail (VPRJ): Check their website for ways to find an inmate. They list phone numbers for nearby police departments too. Their site also has news on jail ops.

  • Address: 9320 Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg, VA 23185

  • Phone: 757-820-3900

If a jail does not have an online tool, you will need to call them. Or you can go to the sheriff's office in person. Be sure to have the person's full name. Their date of birth will also help.

Federal Inmate Search in Virginia

For a "Virginia Inmate Search" for someone in a federal prison, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) Inmate Locator. This tool lets you look for people held in federal facilities anywhere in the U.S. This includes federal prisons in Virginia. This is the main tool for a "Virginia Inmate Search" at the fed level. It holds a lot of data on folks in fed care. The BOP keeps these files up to date. But, as they note, some dates may change. This can be due to new laws or rule changes. Always check the BOP site for the most new data.

You can search by:

• Name (first, middle, last, race, age, sex)

• Number (BOP Register Number, DCDC Number, FBI Number, INS Number)

This tool provides information on individuals in federal custody from 1982 to the present. Keep in mind that due to laws like the First Step Act, release dates might not be up-to-date.

Accessing Virginia Inmate Records

In Virginia, you have a right to request public information. This is under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This act means you can ask for inmate records from state and local law enforcement agencies. Knowing your rights under FOIA is a key part of a "Virginia Inmate Search" if you need more than just location. The act sets out what data is pub lic. It also tells how state groups must share it. There are forms and steps to take. Be sure to send your ask to the right place. Each group may have its own FOIA man. This man will help with your ask.

To get inmate records, you may need to:

• Submit a FOIA request to the correct agency. This could be the VADOC or a local sheriff's office.

• Your request should include the inmate's name. Add their ID number if you have it. State what records you want.

• Provide your name and how they can contact you. You do not have to state why you want the records.

You can send your request by mail, fax, email, or in person. For VADOC records, the mailing address is: Virginia Department of Corrections Attn: FOIA Request P.O. Box 26963 Richmond, VA 23261 Phone: (804) 674-3000 (ask for the FOIA officer)

Check the VADOC website or call for their most current FOIA request procedures. For city or county jail records, visit that jail's website. Or call the sheriff's office or jail administrator. Ask for their FOIA officer or how to request records. The "Virginia Inmate Search" for records needs you to be clear in what you ask for. Some records may not be released if they are exempt by law.

Records you can get may show:

• The inmate's name and any aliases used.

• Their age, race, and sex.

• Their ID number.

• Their assigned location.

• Their potential release date.

• Information on their conviction and sentence.

Information for Families and Friends

Once your "Virginia Inmate Search" finds the person, you may want more information. This could include how to visit or send money. These steps are key for those who wish to keep in touch. Each place has rules to keep things safe and in good form. So, it is wise to learn these rules well. This will make sure your help gets to the right place. And it will make your vis its go well too. The VADOC and each jail try to give clear paths for this.

Visiting an Inmate in Virginia

To visit an inmate in a VADOC facility, you must first apply. You can do this online. The VADOC website has a visitation application. Processing your application takes time. For Virginia residents, it is about 45 days. For out-of-state residents, it is about 90 days. Plan for this wait. Do not make plans to go see them till your ask is good to go. The VADOC has strict rules for who can vis it. They check each name with care. This is for the safe ty of all folks at the place. The whole pro cess is on their web site. You can find all forms and steps there. Read all the rules well so your ask goes through with no hitches. This will help make your "Virginia Inmate Search" lead to a good vis it.

Key points for visits:

• You need a valid picture ID.

• All visits must be scheduled in advance. You can use the online VADOC Visitation Scheduler.

• Visits are mostly on Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays. However, procedures can change at each facility. Call the facility where the inmate is to confirm their times and rules.

• Contact the VADOC Visitation Unit at VisitationInquiries@vadoc.virginia.gov or (804) 887-8341.

• Mailing Address for Visitation Unit: P.O. Box 26963, Richmond, VA 23261.

• There are rules for what you can bring or wear. Check these rules on the VADOC site or with the facility. For example, you must inform them if you have a medical need regarding electronic screening devices. You will need a note from your doctor. You must contact the Facility Unit Head at least one week prior to the scheduled visit to bring medication. More details are in Operating Procedure 851.1.

For city or county jails, the visitation rules will be different. Your "Virginia Inmate Search" should lead you to the jail's website. Or you can call them for their specific rules. For instance, the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail notes that on-site video visitation is available and must be scheduled in advance. Their lobby hours for tasks like video visits or dropping off medications are specified on their site. These rules can change, so always check first.

Sending Money to an Inmate

If you want to send money to an inmate in a VADOC facility, you use JPay. This is their main service provider for this. You will need the inmate's seven-digit ID Number. There are set ways to send cash. Each way has its own steps and fees. The VADOC web site lists these options. It is good to know them so you pick the best one for you. Cash sent to an in state care helps them buy things they need. It can be for food, stamps, or phone calls. But, some of the cash may go to pay debts the in state care has. This is if they owe fines or things like that. So, not all the cash may go to their own fund. The VADOC policy on this is clear. Read it on their site.

Ways to send money via JPay:

• Online: Use a credit or debit card on the JPay website. This is the fastest way.

• Phone: Call JPay at 1 (800) 574-5729.

• Mobile App: Download the JPay mobile app (Android or Apple iOS).

• Cash: You can make a cash deposit at a MoneyGram agent location. These are in stores like Walmart and CVS Pharmacy.

• Money Orders: Send all money orders with a JPay deposit slip to: JPay P.O. Box 278170 Miramar, FL 33027 Do NOT mail cash or checks to VADOC facilities or the main office. JPay states funds will be available within three business days.

Fees for JPay vary based on the amount you send and the method you use. See the VADOC Sending Money page for a list of fees. It is important to review Operating Procedure 802.2 on the VADOC site first. If an inmate owes money for fines or restitution, a percentage of any money deposited may go toward paying their debts. You cannot send money to more than one inmate without prior approval.

For city and county jails, how to send money will vary. For example, Henrico County Sheriff's Office allows you to deposit money in person at the jail (Monday to Friday, with specific hours at Jail West and Jail East). Or you can mail only certified checks or money orders to their P.O. Box. They also use Keefe Kiosk at the jail and phone or app-based methods. Always check that specific jail's rules as part of your "Virginia Inmate Search" process.

• Henrico County Sheriff's Office Jail West: 4317 East Parham Road (Money deposits 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM Mon-Fri)

• Henrico County Regional Jail East: 17320 New Kent Highway (Money deposits 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM Mon-Fri)

• Henrico County Sheriff's Office Mailing Address for Inmate Money (certified checks/money orders): P.O. Box 3368, Henrico, VA 23228.

• Henrico Sheriff's Office Finance Phone: (804) 501-5569.

Other Resources and Information

The VADOC website has more for the public. This helps make your "Virginia Inmate Search" more complete.

• Most Wanted: View fugitives on their Most Wanted list.

• Population Reports: See monthly data and trends on the inmate population under state custody. Find these Population Reports here.

• Operating Procedures: Read agency policies and procedures. This can help you understand the rules for many interactions.

• Victim Services: The VADOC has a program called NAAVI (Notification and Assistance for Victim Inclusion). This tells crime victims of changes in an inmate's status.

For those who need help with online systems, like the case alert system (CASS) from the Virginia Judiciary Online Case Information System, help is available:

• Web: subscriberhelp.granicus.com

• Email: subscriberhelp@granicus.com

• Phone: 1-800-439-1420 (US)

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