Russell County Jail
Virginia
Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority
Russell County has no county jail; people arrested by the Russell County Sheriff's Office in Lebanon are held at Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority facilities.
- Address
- 15205 Lee Highway, Bristol, VA 24202
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone arrested in Russell County is in custody, contact the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority or the Russell County Sheriff's Office in Lebanon with the person's full name and date of birth. The regional authority runs several facilities, so ask which one holds the person. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Virginia Department of Corrections inmate locator.
Visitation
Visits are set by the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority and depend on the facility where the inmate is housed. Visitors usually need valid photo ID and may need to schedule in advance. Confirm the current rules with the specific facility before you visit.
Bail and bond
A magistrate or judge sets bail after an arrest in Russell County. Bond is generally posted in cash or through a licensed bail bondsman. Contact the local magistrate's office or the jail to confirm the amount and the payment process.
Mail and money
Mail must include the inmate's full name and the correct facility address, and it must follow the regional jail's content rules. Money for commissary is accepted only through the authority's approved methods. Confirm the current procedures with the facility where the inmate is held.
Frequently asked questions
Does Russell County, VA have a county jail?
No. Russell County has no county jail, and inmates are held at Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority facilities.
How do I find out if someone from Russell County is in jail?
Contact the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority or the Russell County Sheriff's Office with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail in Russell County?
A magistrate sets the bond, which can be paid in cash or through a licensed bondsman. Confirm the details with the magistrate's office or the jail.
Can I send money to a Russell County inmate?
Yes, through the regional jail's approved deposit methods. Check with the facility holding the inmate.