Lewis County Jail
West Virginia
Central Regional Jail
Lewis County has no county jail; people arrested in the county are held at Central Regional Jail in Sutton, operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WVDCR).
- Address
- 300 Days Drive, Sutton, WV 26601
- Phone
- (304) 765-7071
- 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
Use the WVDCR regional jail offender search to check whether someone from Lewis County is held at Central Regional Jail in Sutton. If you cannot find the person online, call the jail with their full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the WVDCR state inmate locator.
Visitation
Visits at Central Regional Jail are set by the WVDCR and usually must be scheduled in advance. Visitors typically need valid photo ID and must follow the facility dress code and conduct rules. Confirm current visiting rules, schedules and any video visitation options with the jail or on the WVDCR website.
Bail and bond
Bail for Lewis County arrests is set by a magistrate or circuit judge in Lewis County, not by the jail. Contact the Lewis County Magistrate Court or the Circuit Clerk for the bail amount and accepted payment methods. Call Central Regional Jail to confirm release procedures after bail is posted.
Mail and money
Mail for inmates should be addressed with the inmate's full name and ID number to Central Regional Jail, 300 Days Drive, Sutton, WV 26601, and must follow WVDCR mail rules. Money can generally be added to an inmate's account through approved WVDCR deposit methods. Check the WVDCR website or call the jail for current mail rules and deposit options.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in Central Regional Jail?
Search the WVDCR regional jail offender search online, or call Central Regional Jail at (304) 765-7071 with the person's full name and date of birth.
Does Lewis County have its own jail?
No. Lewis County has no county jail, so arrestees are held at Central Regional Jail in Sutton, run by the WVDCR.
How do I post bail in Lewis County?
Bail is set by a Lewis County magistrate or judge. Contact the Lewis County Magistrate Court or Circuit Clerk for the amount and how to pay.
Can I send money to an inmate at Central Regional Jail?
Yes, through WVDCR-approved deposit methods. Confirm current options with the jail or the WVDCR website.