Roanoke in Virginia operates 4 jail facilities to serve the local criminal justice system. Below you will find detailed information about each facility, including addresses, contact numbers, and visiting hours.
Roanoke County/Salem Jail (Main Jail)
The Roanoke County/Salem Jail is one of the jail facilities serving Roanoke, Virginia.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 114 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 401 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (540) 283-3145.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Roanoke County/Salem Jail are available during weekdays from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Important: All visits are conducted via video through a third-party provider and must be scheduled 24 hours in advance.
Western Virginia Regional Jail (Main Jail)
The Western Virginia Regional Jail is one of the jail facilities serving Roanoke, Virginia.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 805 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 5885 West River Road, Salem, VA 24153.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (540) 378-3700.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Western Virginia Regional Jail are available during weekdays from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Important: Serves Roanoke County, Franklin County, Montgomery County, and the City of Salem. Video visitation only.
Roanoke City Jail (Main Jail)
The Roanoke City Jail is one of the jail facilities serving Roanoke, Virginia.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 588 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 340 Campbell Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA 24016.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (540) 853-2941.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Roanoke City Jail are available during weekdays from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Important: On-site and remote video visitation available via GTL/GettingOut.
Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center (Juvenile Detention)
The Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center is one of the jail facilities serving Roanoke, Virginia.
This juvenile detention has a capacity of approximately 64 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 498 Coyner Springs Road, Roanoke, VA 24012.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (540) 561-3840.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Center are available during weekdays from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM and weekends from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM.
Important: Visitation is restricted to parents and legal guardians only.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change. We recommend contacting the facility directly to confirm current visiting hours, policies, and procedures before planning a visit. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about Roanoke jail operations, please refer to the official county or sheriff's department website.
