Clay County Jail
West Virginia
Central Regional Jail
Clay County has no county jail; people arrested in the county are generally held at the WVDCR's Central Regional Jail in Sutton.
- Address
- 1255 Dyer Hill Road, Sutton, WV 26601
- Phone
- (304) 765-1100
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://dcr.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
- Inmate search
- https://ois.wv.gov/doc
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How to find an inmate
People arrested in Clay County are typically booked into the Central Regional Jail in Sutton, operated by the WVDCR. Use the WVDCR inmate search on dcr.wv.gov, or call the jail with the person's full name and date of birth. For someone sentenced to state prison, use the WVDCR offender search.
Visitation
Visits at the Central Regional Jail follow WVDCR rules. Visitors usually must register in advance and bring valid photo ID. Confirm the current schedule and procedures with the facility before visiting.
Bail and bond
Bail for Clay County arrests is set by a magistrate or judge. Bond is usually posted through the Clay County Magistrate Court in Clay or as directed by the jail. Call the court clerk or the jail to confirm the amount and payment methods.
Mail and money
Mail must include the inmate's full name and ID number and the jail's address, and it is inspected under WVDCR rules. Deposits to inmate accounts go through WVDCR-approved methods. Check dcr.wv.gov or call the facility for details.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Clay County inmates held?
Clay County has no county jail. Inmates are generally held at the Central Regional Jail in Sutton.
What is the address of the Central Regional Jail?
1255 Dyer Hill Road, Sutton, WV 26601.
How do I post bail in Clay County?
Bail is set by a magistrate or judge and is usually posted through the Clay County Magistrate Court. Call to confirm the amount and how to pay.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Central Regional Jail?
Yes, through WVDCR-approved deposit methods. Confirm the current options with the facility.