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Princeton Jail (Southern Regional Jail) - West Virginia

Overview of the Facility

Princeton Jail, officially known as the Southern Regional Jail, is a correctional facility located in Princeton, West Virginia. It serves multiple counties in the southern region of the state and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Southern Regional Jail, you can use the West Virginia Regional Jail Authority's online inmate search tool available on their website. You will need the inmate's name or booking number to perform a search.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It's best to contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and requirements. Visitors are typically required to schedule appointments in advance and follow strict guidelines regarding dress code and conduct.

How to Send Money

Inmates at Southern Regional Jail can receive money through various methods:

  • Online: Through the Access Corrections website
  • Phone: By calling 1-866-345-1884
  • Kiosk: At kiosks located in the jail lobby
  • Mail: Money orders can be sent to the facility address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make phone calls using a prepaid account system. Family and friends can set up accounts through the jail's designated phone service provider. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for specific information on this service.

Inmate Services and Programs

Southern Regional Jail may offer various services and programs to inmates, including:

  • Educational programs
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Religious services
  • Work programs
  • Medical and mental health services

Security and Management Information

The Southern Regional Jail is operated by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. It employs trained correctional officers and follows state-mandated security protocols to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Southern Regional Jail have the right to legal representation and can receive visits from their attorneys. They also have the right to receive visits from approved family members and friends, subject to the facility's visitation policies.

Booking and Release Process

When individuals are arrested, they are typically booked into the Southern Regional Jail, where they undergo processing, including fingerprinting and photographing. Release procedures may vary depending on the circumstances of the case, such as posting bail, completing a sentence, or court-ordered release.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

Visitors are generally only allowed to bring identification and car keys. All other items, including cell phones, must be left in vehicles or lockers provided by the facility.

Can I send packages to inmates?

Generally, packages are not accepted for inmates. Only approved items from authorized vendors may be sent, and these policies can vary. Contact the facility for specific guidelines.

What happens if an inmate needs medical attention?

The Southern Regional Jail has medical staff on-site to address inmates' health needs. For more serious conditions, inmates may be transferred to outside medical facilities under guard.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Princeton Jail. If you are have completed a Princeton 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 Princeton 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 Princeton Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

100 Courthouse Road, Princeton, WV, 24740

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 304-487-5007 .

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 Princeton 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.
How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Princeton Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Princeton Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Princeton Jail.

General Stats for West Virginia

West Virginia Total Number of Inmates

10,957

West Virginia Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

6,243

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

328

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

3,682

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

727

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

89.4

5,227

Female

10.6

620

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

58.39

282

Detained

39.75

192

Diverted

1.24

6