Farmville, VA Piedmont Regional Jail View
Piedmont Regional Jail is a regional correctional facility in Farmville, Virginia, serving Amelia, Buckingham, Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward counties. It is operated by the Piedmont Regional Jail Authority. The facility generally holds adult inmates who are awaiting trial, sentencing, transfer, or serving local sentences. It supports local courts and law enforcement agencies by providing secure custody, intake processing, inmate services, and release or transfer coordination within the regional justice system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Piedmont Regional Jail
Public inmate rosters are used to show who is currently in custody at a jail. Listings commonly include the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, bond information when available, and custody status. Records usually become searchable after intake and booking are completed, but processing can take several hours, so a new booking may not appear immediately. To look for someone held here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. If you cannot find the person, check again later or contact the facility directly for general custody information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Piedmont Regional Jail?
Visits are usually scheduled in advance and may be in person or by video, depending on current facility rules. Check the facility’s visitation schedule and approved visitor requirements before making plans.
What do I need to bring when visiting Piedmont Regional Jail?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID. You should arrive early, follow dress and conduct rules, and avoid bringing prohibited items into the facility.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates are typically allowed to make outgoing calls through the facility’s phone service provider. Family members may need to create an account and add funds before calls or video visits can be used.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name and any required inmate ID or housing information. Use the facility’s approved mailing address and follow rules for letters, photos, and prohibited items.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Money is usually deposited through an approved payment system, and spending limits or ordering schedules may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Piedmont Regional Jail?
Bail is set by a magistrate or court based on the charges and case circumstances. If bond is allowed, the facility or court can explain accepted payment methods, bond conditions, and release procedures.
What happens during the intake process at Piedmont Regional Jail and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record charges, complete health and safety screening, and assign housing. The inmate may not appear in the public system right away because booking and data entry can take several hours.