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Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority - Abingdon Facility Overview

Facility Overview

The Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority - Abingdon is a correctional facility located in Abingdon, Virginia. This jail serves as one of the key facilities for holding inmates in southwest Virginia, emphasizing security and inmate rehabilitation through various programs and services.

Contact Information

Address: 15205 Joe Derting Drive, Abingdon, VA 24210, United States

Phone Number: +1 276-739-3520

Website: www.swvrja.org

Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority - Abingdon, visit their Inmate Search Portal. You will need the inmate's full name or inmate ID to use this service.

Visitation Information

Visitation hours vary by the facility and inmate's custody level. It is recommended to contact the facility directly at +1 276-739-3520 or check the visitations section of their website for specific visiting hours.

Visitors are required to be on the inmate's visitation list and must present valid photo identification.

Sending Money to Inmates

Money can be sent to inmates via money order, online transfer, or through kiosks located in the facility's lobby. For online transfers, you can use the trusted third-party service provided on their website: Money Transfer Page.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates can make outgoing phone calls using a prepaid account or collect calls. For setting up a prepaid account, families can use services linked through the facility's website. Video visitation is available, and schedules can be booked through the facility's official portal.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Abingdon facility offers educational programs, vocational training, counseling, and religious services to promote rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.

Security and Management

The facility is a high-security jail managed by the Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority, ensuring strict adherence to both state and federal law for the safety and security of inmates, staff, and the public.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates are entitled to legal counsel and have rights to fair treatment under the law. Visitation rights are granted unless otherwise restricted for security reasons.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are booked upon arrival, where their information and charges are processed. Release processes are dependent on court decisions or completion of sentence terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find out an inmate’s release date?

For security reasons, release dates may not be publicly disclosed. However, immediate family members can obtain this by directly contacting the facility.

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Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority - Abingdon Inmate Searcher

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General Stats for Virginia

Virginia Total Number of Inmates

58,737

Virginia Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

64,280

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

351

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

2,017

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

4,193

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

1,483

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.63

28,119

Female

7.37

2,238

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

47.39

435

Detained

51.63

474

Diverted

0

0