Botetourt County Jail

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Botetourt County Jail Information

Inmates arrested in Craig County Virginia are also house here.

The Botetourt County Jail is a 376 bed jail in the city of Fincastle, Botetourt County, Virginia. 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 either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Virginia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 540-473-8230 , 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.

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 Botetourt County Jail at 540-473-8230 to get it.

Phone: 540-473-8230

Physical Address:
205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

Mailing Address (personal mail):
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center - Botetourt County
P.O. Vox 828
Lebanon, MO. 65536

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Botetourt County Jail
205 North Roanoke Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the 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.

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About the Botetourt County Jail
The Sheriff’s Office in Botetourt is responsible for the safety and security of the community that surrounds them, and a part of this responsibility is the operation of the county jail. By housing inmates within their own community, they are better able to retain contact with loved ones, have visits from their family and friends, and reintegrate into the community. Transition programs and services are better equipped to assist with housing and employment opportunities in the areas that surround the jail than when inmates plan to move further away after their release. Part of running the facility includes serving balanced meals, caring for all medical and mental health needs of each inmate, supplying laundry services for jail provided clothing and bedding, ensuring access to commissary purchases, and supervising both phone calls and visitation for inmates. While inmates are incarcerated at this location they may access commissary purchases for additional clothing items, foods, and other select items. To do this they must have access to funds in their inmate account, and this has to be funded from friends or family who are not incarcerated through the kiosk in the lobby of the jail, by mailing a money order in their name to the jail, or via deposits.jailatm.com/webdeposits. To order commissary or canteen items for an inmate the website is jailcanteen.com. For access to telephone calls and video visitation an account can be created at securustech.net, where you can access the booking system for the inmate you wish to visit, either onsite or via remote visit on a phone, tablet, or computer. Each visit must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance, and will be during visitation day for the housing unit that the inmate is located in. Monday will have visits for A pod, Tuesday for B, C, and D pods, Wednesday is for male inmate in the admin section along with pods E and F, with Thursday being for G 1-6, female inmates in the admin section, and T pod, and Friday for G 7-12 and female gym. Work release inmates will have access to visits on Saturdays, for both male and female inmates.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Botetourt County Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Botetourt County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Botetourt County Jail:

  • Identification confirmation.
  • Photographs (mugshots).
  • Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
  • Potential DNA collection.
  • Conducting a physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Botetourt County Jail at 540-473-8230 .

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Directions / Map to the Botetourt County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to pay bail in Botetourt County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Botetourt County Jail in Fincastle, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 540-473-8230 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

  • Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Botetourt County can assist with the process.
  • Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Botetourt County, Virginia, visit the Botetourt County Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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!

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

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.

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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 Botetourt County Jail?

ON-SITE INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE FOR Botetourt County Jail

  • Visits must be booked 24 hours in advance using Securus.
  • 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. 
DAY INMATE HOUSING
MONDAY POD A
TUESDAY PODS B, C, D
WEDNESDAY PODS E, F
MALE ADMIN
THURSDAY G 1-6  & POD T
FEMALE ADMIN
FRIDAY G 7-12
FEMALE GYM
SATURDAY MALE WORK RELEASE
FEMALE WORK RELEASE
SUNDAY NO VISITS

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.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Botetourt County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Botetourt County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Botetourt County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Virginia, then select Botetourt County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Botetourt County Jail.

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.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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.

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Mailing an Inmate

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 AmazonBarnes & 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 AmazonBarnes & 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.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Botetourt County Jail contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Virginia.
3. Select Botetourt County Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Botetourt County Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Botetourt County Jail's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.


*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Botetourt County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Botetourt County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Virginia, then select Botetourt County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Botetourt County Jail.

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.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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.

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Inmate Tablets

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.

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Are there photos of the Botetourt County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Botetourt County

What are the other City and County Jails in Botetourt County?

Botetourt County County Jails
Botetourt County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Botetourt Roanoke Bedford Alleghany Craig Rockbridge
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Search for an Inmate in Botetourt County

This facility, known as "Botetourt County Jail" is also known as Botetourt County Sheriff , Fincastle, Virginia, Craig County Arrests & Inmates, Botetourt County Arrests, Botetourt County Jail & Sheriff.