Botetourt County Jail

To search for an inmate in the Botetourt County Jail, 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 540-473-8230 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Botetourt 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.

Botetourt County Jail Inmate Search

The Botetourt County Jail maintains an average of 376 offenders in custody on any given day. The Botetourt County Jail 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 Botetourt County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 9,140 offenders.

The following charts of Botetourt 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 Botetourt 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 Botetourt 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 Botetourt 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 Botetourt County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Botetourt County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090
540-473-8230

• 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 540-473-8230 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 540-473-8230 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

Botetourt County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 

Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Botetourt County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Botetourt County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

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

ON-SITE INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE FOR Botetourt County Jail

• Visits must be booked 24 hours in advance using Securus.
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• Scheduling Visitation at Botetourt County Jail can be made Monday through Friday between 8:00AM – 4:00PM.
• When the visit is to take place, you can sign in 2 minutes ahead of time.
• Use the pin number given to you at the time of the scheduling. This pin number is specifically created for your visitation. The pin number is NOT the inmates ID or the pin number used to log onto your Securus account. 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Botetourt County Jail?

How to Deposit Money into an Inmate's Account at Botetourt County Jail

To deposit money into an inmate's account, do the following:

• Open an account with Oasis
  
• Select Virginia, then Botetourt County Jail from this page.
• Type in your inmate's Last Name, then Search.
• From there just follow the directions.

For all the information you need regarding depositing money online, at the Botetourt County Jail, the cost, what items you can send your inmate and more, check out our Send Money Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Botetourt County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Botetourt County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Botetourt County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Botetourt County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Botetourt County Jail, and what can I send them?

Botetourt County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Botetourt County Jail 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 Botetourt County Jail 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:
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center - Botetourt County
P.O. Vox 828
Lebanon, MO. 65536

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Botetourt County Jail
205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Botetourt County Jail 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Botetourt County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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:
Botetourt County Jail
205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

Botetourt County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Botetourt County Jail 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.

Envelopes
The Botetourt County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center - Botetourt County
P.O. Vox 828
Lebanon, MO. 65536

Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Botetourt County Jail
205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Botetourt County Jail 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Botetourt County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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:
Botetourt County Jail
205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Botetourt County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Botetourt County Jail contracts with Oasis Commissary (aka jailcanteen.com) for the online ordering of snacks and other foods, hygiene products, letter writing materials, clothing and reading glasses.

Family members and friends can go to their website, order for their inmate and have it delivered directly to Botetourt County Jail.

Instructions
1.     Register here first.    
2.    Confirm registration in your email.
3.    Select Virginia, then Botetourt County Jail, then input your inmate’s name.
4.    Shop… then pay using a Visa, MC or Discover credit or debit card.

Useful Information
1.     Each order incurs a $5.95 processing fee.
2.    Orders are delivered once a week.
3.    There is no limit to the number of orders you can place each week.
4.    You can purchase orders for multiple inmates and/or at multiple jails.
5.    Orders are processed weekly. The cutoff time is on Sunday at 11:59 PM.
6.    Orders are delivered to the jail within ten days.
7.    Returns incur a 20% restocking fee.

Resources
Frequently Asked Questions.  
Check the Status of your order here.  
Online Contact Form.

Oasis is now offering tablets for inmates to use for easy ordering of commissary of products. They can be used for free for 15 minutes at a time.  If an inmate wishes to use on a reguar basis for education, entertainment or programming, they can be rented for a small monthly fee.

Customer Service Contact
Call 800-956-2747 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. 
Email: support@jailcanteen.com.

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

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

• Select Virginia, then select Botetourt County Jail, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
• Register and create an account with My Care Pack, also known as Access Securepak, for Botetourt County.
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• Choose the inmate and the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Botetourt County at any one time.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Botetourt County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Botetourt County.

Customer Service Contact
Call 800-956-2747 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. 
Email: support@jailcanteen.com.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Botetourt County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Botetourt County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

• Send a text Message - 1 stamp
• Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
• Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
• Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
• Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
• Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

• Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
• Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
• When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account

Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Botetourt County Jail

To send a text or email message to a Botetourt County inmate, do the following:

Botetourt County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Botetourt County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Botetourt County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Botetourt County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Botetourt County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Botetourt County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Botetourt County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-473-8230 for further assistance.

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