Hancock County Jail
West Virginia
Northern Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Hancock County has no county jail; people arrested in Hancock County are held at Northern Regional Jail and Correctional Facility in Moundsville, run by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
- Address
- 112 Northern Regional Correctional Drive, Moundsville, WV 26041
- Phone
- (304) 843-4067
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://dcr.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
- Inmate search
- https://ois.wv.gov/rja
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How to find an inmate
People arrested in Hancock County are usually booked into Northern Regional Jail and Correctional Facility in Moundsville, which the WVDCR operates. Search the WVDCR regional jail inmate search online, or call the facility with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the WVDCR offender search for state prisons.
Visitation
Visits at Northern Regional Jail follow WVDCR rules. Visitors usually must register in advance and bring valid photo ID. Confirm current visiting procedures with the facility before you go.
Bail and bond
Bail for Hancock County charges is set by the Hancock County Magistrate Court in New Cumberland or by the circuit court. Contact the magistrate court clerk or the jail to learn the bail amount and how to pay it. You can also hire a licensed bail bondsman.
Mail and money
Mail to an inmate at Northern Regional Jail must include the inmate's full name and ID number and follow WVDCR mail rules. Money can be added to an inmate's account through WVDCR-approved methods. Check the WVDCR website or call the facility for current procedures.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in Northern Regional Jail?
Use the WVDCR regional jail inmate search online, or call the facility with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of Northern Regional Jail?
Northern Regional Jail and Correctional Facility is at 112 Northern Regional Correctional Drive, Moundsville, WV 26041.
How do I post bail in Hancock County?
Contact the Hancock County Magistrate Court or the jail for the bail amount and accepted payment methods, or use a licensed bail bondsman.
Can I send money to an inmate at Northern Regional Jail?
Yes, through WVDCR-approved deposit methods. Confirm the current options with the facility.