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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Virginia. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Virginia, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in Virginia, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by Virginia's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in Virginia
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in Virginia
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in Virginia
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Virginia has Police Station spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the Police Station in a specific county within Virginia. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in Virginia
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Virginia is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Middletown VA Police Jail
7875 Church St., Middletown, VA 22645
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Frederick | View Details |
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Stephens City VA Police Jail
1033 Locust St., Stephens City, VA 22655
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Frederick | View Details |
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Galax Police Jail
353 North Main St, Galax, VA 24333
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Galax City | View Details |
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Glen Lyn VA Police Jail
205 Houston Ln., Glen Lyn, VA 24093
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Giles | View Details |
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Narrows VA Police Jail
100 Mary St, Narrows, VA 24124
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Giles | View Details |
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Pearisburg VA Police Jail
112 Tazewell St., Pearisburg, VA 24134
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Giles | View Details |
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Pembroke VA Police Jail
P. O. Box 5, Pembroke, VA 24136
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Giles | View Details |
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Rich Creek VA Police Jail
P. O. Box 65, Rich Creek, VA 24147
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Giles | View Details |
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Fries VA Police Jail
P. O. Box 452, Fries, VA 24330
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Grayson | View Details |
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South Boston VA Police Jail
640 Hamilton Blvd., South Boston, VA 24592
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Halifax | View Details |
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Ashland VA Police Jail
601 England Dr., Ashland, VA 23005
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Hanover | View Details |
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Bedford VA Police Jail
215 E. Main St., Bedford, VA 24523
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Independent | View Details |
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Buena Vista VA Police Jail
306 Park Ave., Buena Vista, VA 24416
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Independent | View Details |
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Chesterfield VA County Police Jail
10001 Iron Bridge Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832
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Independent | View Details |
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Colonial Heights VA Police Jail
100 A Highland Ave., Colonial Heights, VA 23834
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Independent | View Details |
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Covington VA Police Jail
333 W. Locust St., Covington, VA 24426
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Independent | View Details |
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Danville VA Police Jail
427 Patton St., Danville, VA 24541
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Independent | View Details |
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Dover VA Police Jail
P. O. Box 124, West Dover, VA 05356
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Independent | View Details |
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Emporia VA Police Jail
310 Budd St., Emporia, VA 23847
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Independent | View Details |
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Falls Church VA Police Jail
300 Park Ave., Falls Church, VA 22046
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Independent | View Details |
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Franklin VA Police Jail
1018 Pretlow St., Franklin, VA 23851
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Independent | View Details |
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Fredericksburg VA Police
2200 Cowan Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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Independent | View Details |
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Galax VA Police Jail
353 N. Main St., Galax, VA 24333
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Independent | View Details |
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Hampton VA Police Jail
40 Lincoln St., Hampton, VA 23669
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Independent | View Details |
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Harrisonburg VA Police Jail
101 N. Main St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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Independent | View Details |
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