Jail Inmate Locator

Powhatan County Jail

Virginia

Powhatan County Sheriff's Office (inmates housed at a contracted regional jail)

Powhatan County has no county jail; the Powhatan County Sheriff's Office processes arrestees, who are then held at a regional jail, so call the sheriff's office to confirm the facility.

Address
3880-A Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, VA 23139
Phone
(804) 598-5656

How to find an inmate

To find out where someone arrested in Powhatan County is held, call the Powhatan County Sheriff's Office in Powhatan with the person's full name and date of birth. VINELink also shows Virginia custody status. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Virginia Department of Corrections offender locator.

Visitation

Visitation follows the rules of the regional jail where the person is housed, not the Powhatan County Sheriff's Office. Confirm the facility with the sheriff's office first, then contact that jail for current visiting procedures.

Bail and bond

Bail for Powhatan County arrests is set by a magistrate or judge. Bond can be posted through the magistrate, the court, or a licensed bail bondsman. Call the sheriff's office or the Powhatan County court clerk to confirm the amount and the process.

Mail and money

Mail and money for Powhatan County inmates must follow the rules of the regional jail where they are housed. Confirm the facility with the sheriff's office, then check that jail's mailing address and approved deposit methods.

Frequently asked questions

Does Powhatan County have a jail?

No. Powhatan County has no county jail, and its inmates are housed at a regional jail. Call the sheriff's office at (804) 598-5656 to confirm where.

How do I find out if someone from Powhatan County is in custody?

Call the Powhatan County Sheriff's Office with the person's full name and date of birth, or check VINELink.

How do I post bail in Powhatan County?

Bond is set by a magistrate or judge and is posted through the magistrate, the court, or a licensed bondsman. Call the sheriff's office to confirm the details.

Can I send money to a Powhatan County inmate?

Yes, through the deposit methods approved by the regional jail where the person is housed. Confirm the facility first.