Augusta, WV Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility View
Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility is a regional jail and correctional facility located in Augusta, West Virginia, serving Hampshire County and nearby jurisdictions. It is operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The facility generally holds adults awaiting trial, inmates serving shorter sentences, and people held for court appearances, transfers, or other lawful custody reasons. Its role is to provide secure detention, intake, classification, housing, and related services for local courts, law enforcement agencies, and the state correctional system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
Members of the public can look for someone in custody using the facility roster through the official inmate search link available on this page. Jail rosters typically list the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, bond information when available, and current custody status. New bookings do not always appear right away because intake, identification, and record entry can take several hours. If a person was just arrested, check again later or contact the facility for general custody information. Records may also change after court hearings, transfers, release, or updated charges.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility?
Visits are usually scheduled in advance and may be offered in person, by video, or both depending on current facility rules. Check the facility’s visitation instructions before going, because hours, scheduling steps, and approved visitor rules can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility?
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 may need additional documentation.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may place outgoing calls through the approved phone system. Families may need to create an account with the facility’s phone or video service provider and add funds before calls can be made.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name and identifying number if available, along with the correct mailing address and return address. All mail is screened, and items such as cash, contraband, or prohibited materials are not accepted.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit money through the approved payment system, but fees, limits, and posting times can vary.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility?
Bail is set by the court or magistrate, not by the facility. To post bond, contact the facility or the appropriate court for the current bond amount, accepted payment methods, and any required paperwork.
What happens during the intake process at Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record charges, screen for medical and safety needs, and assign housing based on classification. Records may take several hours to appear online, so a newly booked person may not show in the search system immediately.