Storey County Detention Center

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Storey County Detention Center Information

The Storey County Detention Center is a 25 bed jail in the city of Virginia City, Storey County, Nevada.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 775-847-0959, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 775-847-0959

Physical Address:
911 State Route 341 S
Virginia City, NV 89440

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate Joe Smith, #1234,
Storey County Jail
PO Box 498
Virginia City NV 89440

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate Joe Smith, #1234,
Storey County Jail
PO Box 498
Virginia City NV 89440

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How Do You Find Someone in the Storey County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Storey County Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 775-847-0959 for the information you are looking for.

Storey County Detention Center Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Storey County Detention Center, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

The Storey County Detention Center maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Storey County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Storey County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 500 offenders.

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About the Storey County Detention Center
The Storey County Detention Facility is located in Nevada and has a maximum capacity of 18 inmates. The Storey County Detention Facility is located at 911 State Route 341 South, Virginia City, NV, 89440. The facility has a capacity of 18 inmates. To contact the facility, you can call 775-847-0959. To find out if a specific inmate is housed at the facility, you can call the Storey County Detention Facility directly at 775-847-0959 and enquire from prison officials. The Storey County Detention Facility is a minimum-security adult facility located in Virginia City, Storey County, Nevada. Inmates at the Storey County Detention Facility are allowed to receive mail, but the facility will check the mail for any security breach and ensure that it has no prohibited material in it. The facility is run and managed by the Storey County Sheriff's Office. The jail records, court & arrest records, mugshots, and even judicial reports.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Storey County Detention Center?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Storey County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 775-847-0959.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Storey County Detention Center Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Storey County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Storey County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Storey County Detention Center?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Storey County and other Nevada and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Storey County Detention Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Storey County Detention Center Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Storey County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Company                Contact
AAwsome Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-624-2245
Able Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-329-9993
Ace Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-887-9696
All American Bail Bonds    Ph: 866-883-8999
Annie's Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-883-2664
Bail Bonds Unlimited    Ph: 775-841-7900
Big Daddy's Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-337-9009
Blackjack Bonding    Ph: 702-387-0996
Bona Fide Bail Bonds    Ph: 888-787-0767
Buck-Oh-Five Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-322-5550
Cash Bond Online
EZ-Out Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-623-2036
Fallon Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-428-2245
Justin Brothers Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-841-6400
Lady Luck Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-884-9999
Lightening Bail Bonds    Ph: 702-384-2245
Mac's Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-329-7888
Outlaw Bail Bonds    Ph: 775-329-2667

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

The Storey County Detention Center has inmate visitation on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 2 - 5 p.m.

Storey County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for 'At the Jail' Visitation with Inmates.



For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
  • Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

    Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
    Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
    1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
    2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
    3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Storey County Detention Center will either approve or deny it.
    4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
    NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.

How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Storey County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Storey County Detention Center inmate, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with your Storey County inmate using Inmate Canteen.
  • Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area at Storey County Detention Center.
  • You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Storey County inmate.
  • This is a fee based service.

Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Storey County Detention Center and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Storey County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center?

Storey County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Remote Video Visitation with Inmates.

For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
  • Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

    Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
    Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
    1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
    2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
    3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Storey County Detention Center will either approve or deny it.
    4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
    NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center?

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Storey County Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Storey County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Storey County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select Nevada, then Storey County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.
  • NOTE: Storey County Detention Center may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Storey County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Storey County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in Storey County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Storey County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Storey County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen.
  • Register online, or log in if you already have an account with them. (Note: Chrome works best with this website)
  • Services for Storey County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits or Purchasing Calling Cards.

Instructions on Purchasing Calling Cards or setting up to receive calls from an inmate:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select Nevada, then Storey County Detention Center, then the inmate you wish to purchase a phone card or calling time for.
  • Select the "Purchase Phone Card for an Inmate" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase the phone card for your inmate in Storey County.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Storey County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select Nevada, then Storey County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
5. Maximum spend is $125.00.

Inmate Canteen has a selection of hundreds of items available to purchase for inmates in Storey County. 
The items range from candy, snacks, coffee and other drinks, undergarments, stationary supplies and more. 



How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Storey County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Storey County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select Nevada, then Storey County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Storey County Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Storey County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Storey County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Storey County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Storey County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 775-847-0959 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Storey County Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Storey County?

Storey Carson City Lyon Washoe
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Search for an Inmate in Storey County

This facility, known as "Storey County Detention Center" is also known as Storey County Sheriff, Storey County Criminal Court, Storey County Jail & Detention Facility.