Dublin, VA New River Valley Regional Jail View
New River Valley Regional Jail is a regional correctional facility in Dublin, Virginia, serving Pulaski County and other participating jurisdictions in the New River Valley area. It is operated by the New River Valley Regional Jail Authority. The facility typically holds adults who are awaiting trial, sentencing, or transfer, as well as inmates serving local or regional sentences. It also receives individuals arrested by local law enforcement agencies and processes court commitments. Its role is to provide secure custody, booking, housing, and related services for the local criminal justice system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at New River Valley Regional Jail
Members of the public can look for an inmate by using the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. Jail rosters typically list basic custody information such as the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, bond information when available, and current custody status. Records are not always searchable immediately after an arrest because booking, identification, classification, and data entry can take several hours. If a person does not appear right away, check again later or contact the facility for guidance. Information can change as charges are updated, bond is set, or the person is released or transferred.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at New River Valley Regional Jail?
Visitation rules, schedules, and sign-up procedures are set by the facility and may vary by housing unit or custody status. Check the official visitation information before arriving, and confirm whether visits are in person, remote video, or both.
What do I need to bring when visiting New River Valley Regional Jail?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID and must follow dress code and conduct rules. Minors usually must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and all visitors may be subject to screening.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates are usually allowed to make outgoing calls through an approved phone or video service provider. Families may need to create an account, add funds, and follow the facility’s rules for call times and monitoring.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name and any required inmate ID number, along with the facility’s mailing address. All mail is inspected, and items such as cash, prohibited materials, or unauthorized packages may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit funds through the facility’s approved payment system, subject to fees and limits.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at New River Valley Regional Jail?
Bail is usually set by a magistrate or court based on Virginia law and the circumstances of the case. If bond is allowed, it may be posted through the clerk, magistrate, the facility, or a licensed bondsman, depending on the type of bond and local procedure.
What happens during the intake process at New River Valley Regional Jail and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, record charges, complete screening, inventory property, and assign housing when appropriate. It can take several hours for booking information to be processed and appear in the public search system, so records may not show immediately after arrest.