Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention

To search for an inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention, 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 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Albemarle County Criminal Court Cases, as well as Virginia Criminal Court cases online for every other county, and daily court dockets for each of the state's courts. If you are not sure what court your inmate is to appear in, this is a list of all the courts in Virginia, broken down by each court circuit.

Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention Inmate Search

The Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention 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 Albemarle County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,100 offenders.

The following charts of Albemarle County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Albemarle County Corrections Department, the state of Virginia Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Albemarle County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Albemarle County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?

Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

195 Peregory Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902

• Visits are 30 minutes.
• You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
• The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
• Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
• Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
• Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention?

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

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention?

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

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Albemarle County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
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• Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention inmate.
  1. Click the Create Account button.
  2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
  3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
  4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
  5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
  6. Click the Sign In button.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Virginia, then the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Albemarle County, visit our full page guide. 

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. 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 phone 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 Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention, and what can I send them?

Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention 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 Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention 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:
195 Peregory Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
195 Peregory Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902

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 Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention 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 Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention 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:
195 Peregory Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22902

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention

Search for JailATM services for Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

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

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention follow these steps:

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• Go to JailATM, choose Virginia, then choose Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
• Select the products you want shipped to them at Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Albemarle County at any one time.
• If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Albemarle County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention using an Online Messaging Service?

Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.

Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Albemarle County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Albemarle County follow these instructions:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
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• Choose a Security PIN and Password.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Virginia, then the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Albemarle County, visit our full page guide. 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

• Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
• eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
• Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
• Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
• Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
• Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
• eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
• Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
• Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
• Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

• Register here. 
• Pay for the subscription.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Blue Ridge Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.

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