A person arrested for a crime in the city is taken to the Newport News City Jail for processing, referred to as booking.   Part of that process requires the person to appear before a judicial officer, usually the magistrate, for a probable cause hearing and a bail bond hearing. 

In lieu of an arrest, you may surrender to the jail 24/7.  To do so, go to the receptionist window no the first floor of the Newport News City Jail, which is located at 224 26^th Street in downtown.   

If you are turning yourself in for an arrest warrant, please bring a photo ID if you own one. 

If you are surrendering as part of delayed sentencing, you must bring a photo ID and your court sentencing paperwork. 

For all persons surrendering to the jail, do not bring personal belongings other than ID and cash. 

The magistrate, based upon §19.2-121 Code of Virginia, determines whether an individual will appear for court proceedings.  The magistrate may decide to release the person on a secured bond, an unsecured bond or a promise to appear.  If bail is granted, the person or a family member may choose to contact a bail bondsman or bond company.   

Note that the Newport News Sheriff’s Office does not provide recommendations.

To fund the account of an incarcerated individual please visit Access Corrections. For your convenience the Newport News Sheriff’s Office has a kiosk in both the Jail and Jail Annex to deposit funds as well. In most cases deposits arrive within 24-48 hours when received. For missing deposits please contact Keefe Commissary Network  by calling 757.926.8109 (Monday-Friday between the hours 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.) 

CORRESPONDENCE

 All regular mail (postcards, letters, greeting cards, etc.) for incarcerated individuals are scanned. Incarcerated individuals will be able to read that mail on electronic tablets.

All postal mail must be sent to:

Smart Communications-Newport News Sheriff’s Office

 Attention To: (incarcerated individuals’ name and ID number)

P.O. Box 9117

Seminole, FL 33775-9117

                The incarcerated persons name and id number must be clearly printed on the outside of the envelope or postcard to ensure proper delivery.

PHONE SERVICE

The Newport News Sheriff’s Office operates a secure inmate phone system under contract with Securus Technologies, Inc. Securus offers a number of payment product options to connect with incarcerated individuals. To set up an account with Securus please visit www.securustech.net

Customer Service

If you are having trouble receiving calls from an incarcerated individual,  would like to block/unblock your phone or if you have billing issues, contact Securus through their toll-free number 1-800-844-6591 or www.securustech.net. Securus is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

All calls are recorded and subject to monitoring

VISITATION

The Newport News Sheriff’ Office does not allow for in-person visitation with certain exceptions provided for attorneys and clergy. The Newport News Sheriff’s Office encourages video visits with incarcerated individuals to maintain ties with their families and friends.

Jail Kiosks

There is FREE video visitation through kiosks at the Jail Annex for friends and family of incarcerated individuals. To use video visitation, you must create an account with Securus Technologies and then schedule the visits online. Video visits are available daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

Individuals using the video kiosks, will be required to produce photo identification and verification of their date of birth. Wearing inappropriate clothing (such as provocative or revealing clothes) may result in denial of visitation.   In general, dress conservatively and modestly.

At Home

Utilizing your computer, webcam and high-speed Internet access, at home visitation, lets you connect via the Internet with incarcerated individuals no matter where you are. To use video visitation, you must create an account with Securus Technologies and then schedule the visits online.

When available, at home visitation is by appointment daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Newport News Sheriff’s Office is unable to assist with troubleshooting or account concerns with Secures. If you experience a problem with the audio or video reception during your visit, notify Securus Technical Support at 866-558-2323. Please contact Securus Technologies Customer Service for ALL service concerns.

Regardless of the reason someone is being held in the Sheriff's custody, certain services must be provided. In many ways, the jail is its own city.

Likewise, inmates are required to participate daily in the cleaning of their cells as well as scheduled cleaning of the common areas within the pods.

Sentenced inmates are offered the opportunity to be workers in the kitchen, laundry room, commissary, and conduct daily maintenance of the common areas of the facility. Inmate workers learn valuable skills, discipline, and responsibility while earning compensation.