McDowell County Jail
West Virginia
Southern Regional Jail
McDowell County has no county jail; people arrested in the county are held at Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WVDCR).
- Address
- 1200 Airport Road, Beaver, WV 25813
- Phone
- (304) 256-6780
- 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 McDowell County is held at Southern Regional Jail in Beaver. If the person does not appear 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
Visitation at Southern Regional Jail follows WVDCR rules and usually requires advance scheduling. Visitors generally need valid photo ID and must follow the dress code and conduct rules. Confirm current visiting rules, schedules and video visitation options with the jail or the WVDCR website.
Bail and bond
Bail for McDowell County cases is set by a McDowell County magistrate or circuit judge. Contact the McDowell County Magistrate Court or Circuit Clerk in Welch for the bail amount and accepted payment methods. Call Southern Regional Jail to confirm release procedures.
Mail and money
Address mail with the inmate's full name and ID number to Southern Regional Jail, 1200 Airport Road, Beaver, WV 25813, following WVDCR mail rules. Funds can generally be deposited through approved WVDCR methods. Check the WVDCR website or call the jail for current rules and options.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in Southern Regional Jail?
Use the WVDCR regional jail offender search, or call Southern Regional Jail at (304) 256-6780 with the person's full name and date of birth.
Does McDowell County have its own jail?
No. McDowell County has no county jail, so arrestees are held at Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, run by the WVDCR.
How do I post bail in McDowell County?
Bail is set by a McDowell County magistrate or judge. Contact the McDowell County Magistrate Court or Circuit Clerk for the amount and payment process.
Can I send money to an inmate at Southern Regional Jail?
Yes, through WVDCR-approved deposit methods. Confirm current options with the jail or the WVDCR website.