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Bedford Police Jail - Virginia

Overview of the Facility

The Bedford Police Jail is a local detention facility operated by the Bedford Police Department in Bedford, Virginia. It serves as a temporary holding facility for individuals arrested within the city limits of Bedford.

Contact Information

Address: 215 East Main Street, Bedford, VA 24523
Phone: (540) 586-7827
Website: Bedford Police Department

Visitation Information

As this is a temporary holding facility, visitation is typically not allowed. Individuals are usually transferred to the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority for longer-term detention.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the short-term nature of detention at this facility, extensive services and programs are not typically offered. Basic needs such as meals and medical attention are provided as necessary.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Bedford are typically booked at this facility. After initial processing, they may be released on bail or transferred to the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority for further detention.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do inmates typically stay at the Bedford Police Jail?

Inmates are typically held at the Bedford Police Jail for short periods, usually less than 48 hours. After initial processing, they are either released or transferred to a larger facility.

Can I send items to an inmate at the Bedford Police Jail?

Due to the temporary nature of detention at this facility, sending items to inmates is generally not allowed. If an inmate requires personal items, it's best to contact the jail directly for guidance.

What should I do if I can't locate an inmate at the Bedford Police Jail?

If you can't locate an inmate at the Bedford Police Jail, they may have been transferred to the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority. Contact the Bedford Police Department or the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority for more information.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Bedford Police Jail. If you are have completed a Bedford Police Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Bedford Police Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Bedford Police Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

215 E. Main St., Bedford, VA, 24523

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 540-587-6011 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Bedford Police Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
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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

Prisons and Jails in Virginia