St. John Island Jail
VI
Alexander A. Farrelly Criminal Justice Complex (St. Thomas)
St. John has no county jail or detention facility; people arrested there are taken to the Virgin Islands Bureau of Corrections facility at the Alexander A. Farrelly Criminal Justice Complex on St. Thomas.
- Address
- Sub Base, St. Thomas, VI 00802
How to find an inmate
People arrested on St. John are usually transferred to the Criminal Justice Complex on St. Thomas, which is operated by the Virgin Islands Bureau of Corrections. Call the facility or the Bureau with the person's full name and date of birth to confirm custody. Some sentenced territorial inmates are held at contracted mainland prisons, and people in federal custody can be found with the Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate locator.
Visitation
Visits for St. John arrestees take place at the Criminal Justice Complex on St. Thomas, under rules set by the Virgin Islands Bureau of Corrections. Visitors usually need advance approval and valid photo ID. Call the facility to confirm the current schedule and requirements, and allow time for the ferry trip from St. John.
Bail and bond
Bail is set by the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands, which handles St. John cases through the St. Thomas/St. John district. Contact the Superior Court clerk on St. Thomas or the facility for the bail amount and how to post it. An attorney or licensed bail bondsman can also help.
Mail and money
Mail should be addressed to the inmate by full name and identification number at the Criminal Justice Complex on St. Thomas, and staff will inspect it. Confirm the accepted money deposit methods and mail rules with the Bureau of Corrections before sending anything.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a jail on St. John?
No. St. John has no county jail, and people arrested there are held at the Criminal Justice Complex on St. Thomas.
How do I find out if someone arrested on St. John is in custody?
Call the Criminal Justice Complex on St. Thomas or the Virgin Islands Bureau of Corrections with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail for someone arrested on St. John?
Bail is set by the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. Contact the St. Thomas/St. John court clerk for the amount and the payment options.
Can I send money to an inmate from St. John?
Yes, through the methods the Bureau of Corrections accepts at the St. Thomas facility. Confirm the current options with the facility first.