Because of its low crime rate Vermont does not have any need for individual county jails or city jails. All of the people arrested in Vermont are held in one of the state's six facilities.
When someone gets arrested, they are booked in to their local sheriff's office and then transported to one of the six regional correctional facilities in Vermont.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see Vermont's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in one of the six Vermont DOC facilities or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Windham County Sheriff at 802-365-4949 to get it.
Phone: 802-365-4949
Physical Address:
185 Old Ferry Rd
Newfane, VT 05345
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Windham County Sheriff, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Vermont Prison Inmate Roster, also known as Jail Tracker, or call the Windham County Sheriff at 802-365-4949 for the information you are looking for.
The Windham County Sheriff maintains an average of 4 offenders in custody on any given day. The Windham County Sheriff 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 Vermont law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 9,080 offenders.
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Vermont's population and crime is about the lowest in the nation.
Because of its low crime rate they do not have any need for individual county jails or city jails. All of the people arrested in Vermont are held in one of the state's six facilities.
When someone gets arrested, they are booked in to the Windham County Sheriff's Office and then transported to one of the six regional correctional facilities in Vermont.
Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility (CRCF) - South Burlington
7 Farrell Street
South Burlington, VT 05403
Phone: (802) 863-7356
Fax: (802) 863-7473
Marble Valley Regional Correctional Facility (MVRCF) - Rutland
167 State Street
Rutland, VT 05701
Phone: (802) 786-5830
Fax: (802) 786-5843
Northeast Correctional Complex (NERCF & CCWC) - St. Johnsbury
1266-1270 US Route 5
St.Johnsbury, VT 05819
Phone: (802) 748-8151
Fax:NERCF(802) 748-6604
Fax:CCWC(802) 751-1481
Northern State Correctional Facility (NSCF) - Newport
2559 Glen Road
Newport, VT 05855
Phone: (802) 334-3364
Fax: (802) 334-3367
Northwest State Correctional Facility (NWSCF) - Swanton
3649 Lower Newton Road
St. Albans, VT 05488
Phone: (802) 524-6771
Fax: (802) 527-7534
Southern State Correctional Facility (SSCF) - Springfield
700 Charlestown Road
Springfield, VT 05156
Phone: (802) 909-2601
Fax: (802) 909-2520
The fourteen Vermont Sheriff's Offices are:
Addison County Sheriff
35 Court Street
Middlebury, VT 05753
802-388-2981
Bennington County Sheriff
811 US Rte 7 South
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 4207
Bennington, VT 05201
802-442-4900
Caledonia County Sheriff
970 Memorial Drive
St. Johnsbury, VT 05819
802-748-6666
Chittenden County Sheriff
70 Ethan Allen Drive
So. Burlington, VT 05403
802-863-4341
Essex County Sheriff
91 Courthouse Drive
Guildhall, VT 05905
802-676-3500
Franklin County Sheriff
387 Lake Street
P.O. Box 367
St. Albans, VT 05478-0367
802-524-2121
Grand Isle County Sheriff
10 Island Circle
Grand Isle, VT 05458
North Hero, VT 05474
802-372-4482
Lamoille County Sheriff
162 Commonwealth Ave.
P.O. Box 96
Hyde Park, VT 05655-0096
802-888-3502
Orange County Sheriff
11 VT RT 113
Chelsea, VT 05038
802-685-4875
Orleans County Sheriff
5578 US Route 5
P.O. Box 355
Derby, VT 05855
802-334-3333
Rutland County Sheriff
88 Grove Street
Rutland, VT 05701
802-775-8002
Washington County Sheriff
10 Elm Street
P.O. Box 678
Montpelier, VT 05601-0678
802-223-3001
Windham County Sheriff
185 Old Ferry Rd
P.O. Box 266
Newfane, VT 05345-0266
802-365-4949
Windsor County Sheriff
62 Pleasant Street
P.O. Box 478
Woodstock, VT 05091
802-457-5211
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Windham County Sheriff. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Windham County Sheriff include:
Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 802-365-4949.
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Windham County Sheriff in Newfane for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 802-365-4949 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
For more information about bail in Windham County, Vermont, see the Windham County Sheriff Bail Guide.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff? What is the Schedule?
185 Old Ferry Rd
Newfane, VT 05345
802-365-4949
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 802-365-4949 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Windham County Sheriff allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Windham County Sheriff also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
185 Old Ferry Rd
Newfane, VT 05345
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
185 Old Ferry Rd
Newfane, VT 05345
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Windham County Sheriff allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Windham County Sheriff standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
185 Old Ferry Rd
Newfane, VT 05345
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Windham County Sheriff using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Windham County Sheriff have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Windham County Sheriff’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 802-365-4949 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Windham County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Windham County?
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