Washington County Jail
Virginia
Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority – Abingdon Facility
Washington County has no county-run jail of its own; people arrested in the county are held at the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority's Abingdon facility, which is operated by the regional jail authority.
- Address
- Abingdon, VA 24210
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail in Abingdon, use the jail authority's official inmate lookup if one is available. You can also call the Abingdon facility or the Washington County Sheriff's Office with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Virginia Department of Corrections offender locator.
Visitation
The Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority sets visitation rules for the Abingdon facility, including registration, ID and scheduling requirements. Check with the facility or its official website for current procedures before you visit.
Bail and bond
In Virginia, a magistrate or judge sets bond after an arrest in Washington County. Contact the Abingdon facility or the Washington County magistrate's office to learn the bond status and accepted ways to pay, or work with a licensed bail bondsman.
Mail and money
Mail for inmates at the Abingdon facility must follow the regional jail authority's addressing and content rules. Ask the facility for the current approved methods for deposits to inmate accounts before you send money.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail in Abingdon?
Use the jail authority's official inmate lookup, or call the Abingdon facility with the person's full name and date of birth.
Does Washington County, VA have its own jail?
No. Washington County inmates are held at the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority's Abingdon facility.
How do I post bail in Washington County?
A magistrate or judge sets bond. Contact the jail or the magistrate's office for payment options, or use a licensed bail bondsman.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Abingdon facility?
Yes, through the jail authority's approved deposit methods. Confirm the current options with the facility.