Huntington, WV Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC) View
Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC) is a community corrections/work release facility in Huntington, Cabell County, West Virginia. It is operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The facility generally houses sentenced inmates who have been approved for work release or reentry programming while remaining in custody. It is not typically used as a primary booking jail for new arrests or as a long-term holding facility for pretrial detainees. Its role is to support public safety and reentry by allowing eligible inmates to work, attend approved programs, and follow supervision rules before release or transfer.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC)
To find an inmate at Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC), use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility roster or the state custody search. Inmate rosters usually list basic information such as the person’s name, booking or admission date, charges or offense information, and current custody status. Records do not always appear immediately after a person is booked, transferred, or admitted. Processing can take several hours, and updates may depend on the facility and state records system. If a person is not listed right away, check again later or contact the facility for guidance.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC)?
Contact the facility before you go to confirm the current visiting schedule and approval process. Visits may require the inmate to place you on an approved visitor list, and rules can change based on custody status or facility operations.
What do I need to bring when visiting Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC)?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Follow all dress code, check-in, and property rules, and avoid bringing items that are not allowed inside.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates typically make outgoing calls through an approved phone service, and family members may need to set up an account. If video visits are available, the facility or phone provider can explain scheduling, fees, and technical requirements.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and any required identification number when addressing mail. Contact the facility for the correct mailing address and rules, because mail may be screened and certain items, such as cash or unauthorized materials, may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows eligible inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through an approved payment vendor or facility process, but limits and fees may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC)?
Bail is set by a court or magistrate, not by the facility. Because this is generally a work release setting for sentenced inmates, bond may not apply; if it does, contact the court clerk or facility for instructions on where and how to post it.
What happens during the intake process at Huntington Work Release Center (HWRC) and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review paperwork, record custody information, and explain facility rules. Records may take several hours to appear in the search system, so an inmate may not be searchable immediately after admission or transfer.