Inmate Guide: Potomac Highlands Regional Jail, West Virginia

Overview of the Facility

The Potomac Highlands Regional Jail is a correctional facility located in Augusta, West Virginia. It serves multiple counties in the Potomac Highlands region, including Hampshire, Hardy, Grant, Pendleton, and Mineral counties.

Contact Information

Address: 60 N. High Street, Romney, WV 26757
Phone: (304) 822-7506
Website: https://phrj.wv.gov/

How to Locate an Inmate

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

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 procedures.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through various methods:

Online: Through the JailATM website
By phone: Call 1-866-345-1884
At Kiosk: Located in the jail lobby
By mail: Send a money order to the jail address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts. For more information on phone services and possible video visitation options, contact the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Potomac Highlands Regional Jail may offer various programs and services, including:

Educational programs
Substance abuse treatment
Religious services
Work release programs

Contact the facility for specific information on available programs.

Security and Management Information

The Potomac Highlands Regional Jail operates under the West Virginia Regional Jail and Correctional Facility Authority. It follows state-mandated security protocols and management practices to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visits from their attorneys. For information on legal visits and inmate rights, contact the facility or consult with a legal representative.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the inmate. Release procedures may vary depending on the circumstances of the release (e.g., posting bail, completion of sentence). Contact the facility for specific information on booking and release processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved personal items, hygiene products, and writing materials. The specific list of allowed items can be obtained from the facility.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name, inmate ID number, and the jail's address. All mail is subject to inspection.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Yes, the Potomac Highlands Regional Jail provides basic medical services to inmates. For specific medical concerns or information, contact the facility directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

13 Dolin Drive, Augusta, WV, 26704

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 304-496-1275 .

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 Potomac Highlands Regional 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: