Wood County Jail
West Virginia
North Central Regional Jail (West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation)
Wood County has no county jail for long-term detention; people arrested in the county are held at a West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation regional jail, typically the North Central Regional Jail in Greenwood.
- Address
- 1 Lois Lane, Greenwood, WV 26415
- Phone
- (304) 873-1384
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://dcr.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
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How to find an inmate
People arrested in Wood County, including in Parkersburg, are held in a WVDCR regional jail, typically the North Central Regional Jail in Greenwood. Use the WVDCR offender search on dcr.wv.gov, or call the jail with the person's full name and date of birth. The same search also covers people sentenced to state prison.
Visitation
Visitation at the North Central Regional Jail follows WVDCR policy, and visitors generally must be approved before visiting. Call the facility or check dcr.wv.gov for the current visiting procedures.
Bail and bond
In Wood County, a magistrate or circuit judge sets bail. Bail is generally posted through the Wood County Magistrate Court in Parkersburg or at the regional jail. Call the court or the jail to confirm the amount and how to pay.
Mail and money
Mail must be addressed to the regional jail where the person is held and include the inmate's full name and ID number. Money deposits use WVDCR-approved methods. Confirm the current mail and deposit rules with the facility.
Frequently asked questions
Where are people arrested in Wood County held?
They are held at a WVDCR regional jail, typically the North Central Regional Jail in Greenwood, because Wood County has no county jail for long-term detention.
What is the address of the North Central Regional Jail?
The address is 1 Lois Lane, Greenwood, WV 26415, and the phone number is (304) 873-1384.
How do I find out if someone is in jail from Wood County?
Use the WVDCR offender search on dcr.wv.gov, or call the jail with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail in Wood County?
Contact the Wood County Magistrate Court in Parkersburg or the regional jail for the amount and payment instructions.