Chesterfield County Jail

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Chesterfield County Jail Information

Chesterfield County Jail is a 526-bed jail in Chesterfield, Chesterfield County, Virginia. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 804-748-1476.

This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Virginia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Chesterfield County Jail at 804-748-1476 for assistance.

Phone: 804-748-1476

Physical Address:
6900 Mimms Drive
Chesterfield, VA 23832

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Chesterfield County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Chesterfield 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 804-748-1476 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Chesterfield 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.

Chesterfield County Jail Inmate Search

The Chesterfield County Jail maintains an average of 526 offenders in custody on any given day. The Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 58,540 offenders.

The following charts of Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County Jail

Under the operation of the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office, the jail houses all adult inmates for the county and the cities and towns that are within the county. The goal of the jail is to offer inmates a supportive environment that will increase their success at reintegration and provide them with the tools that they need to have a successful life outside of the jail. This facility supports in jail sentences, alternative sentences, and recovery programs, with access to those who require it. Those who are incarcerated can shorten their sentence by participating in the workforce program which helps to maintain landscaping, snow removal, and other duties throughout the county, and this is available to regular inmates as well as the weekend offenders who serve their sentences on weekends only. Alternative sentences may include home incarceration which is monitored with an anklet that has GPS and is reported to the facility staff, a work release program that allows inmates to leave the jail for the day to work and return at the end of their shift, using this money to pay chid support , court fees, or fines.

Recovery programs for those who are in jail include 1 step meetings, therapy, meditation skills, therapy sessions, bible study, GED classes, wellness recovery, canine therapy, music therapy, the opportunity to get a forklift certification, and much more. With the support of these programs inmates can learn both life skills and gain experience and skills for the job market.

Each inmate will have access to canteen ordering, through those who are not in the work program will need this account to be funded by their friend and family who are outside of the jail. This can be done by using the kiosk in the lobby, or by visiting the website jailatm.com. All phone calls placed by inmates are collect calls that will be added to the bill of the person who receives the call, and this may not be possible on cell phones or other non-landline phones. All regular visits have been moved to a video visitation system that allows people to complete visits from the comfort of their own home, or from a kiosk within the jail lobby. To schedule a visit it is necessary to create an account at gettingout.com, and there is a 25 minute visit provided to each inmate each week. The schedule of the inmate will be included within this website so that you can reliably schedule a visit that works with their tasks or classes.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Chesterfield County Jail?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Chesterfield County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Chesterfield County Jail include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Chesterfield County Jail at 804-748-1476.

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

Steps to pay bail in Chesterfield County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Chesterfield County Jail in Chesterfield for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 804-748-1476.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Chesterfield County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Chesterfield County, Virginia, visit the Chesterfield County Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Chesterfield County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Chesterfield County Jail Inmate Visitation

  • Visitation is scheduled and done using the services of GTL.
  • Inmates are allowed ONE 25-minute video visit per week by no more than four persons.
  • Chesterfield County Jail will have five on-site visitation units available for visitation during visitation hours.
  • All visits must be scheduled at least two days in advance but no more than six days in advance.
  • Visitors should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the visit start time.
  • Visitation is done through the use of video screens.
  • Visits can be done on-site (at the jail) or off-site (computer, phone or tablet).
  • Visits can only be scheduled during visitation hours.
  • Lawyer visits DO NOT count against personal visits.
DAY TIME
MONDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
TUESDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
THURSDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
​​​​​​​5:00PM-8:00PM
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY NO VISITS
SUNDAY NO VISITS

 

Chesterfield County Jail uses GettingOut for their Remote Video Visitation and/or Visit Scheduling. 

There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate:

1.  Using the GettingOut/GTL Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut or GTL apps.

How it Works with GettingOut
1.  Register an account.
2. Select Chesterfield County Jail
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.   

  • **NOTE** Friends and Family must have funds in their "Friends & Family Account" to respond to inmate messages. 
  • If you deposit money online in the INMATE ACCOUNT, than they have the freedom to spend the money on visits or phone calls to anyone, or any other communications services available at Chesterfield County Jail.
  • With the FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT, you control all communication services such as phone calls, video visits and messaging. Your inmate can only call the phone number you want.

4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.

GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.

Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in Chesterfield County Jail?

To visit an inmate in Chesterfield County, whether by video or in person 'at the jail', follow these steps:

Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Chesterfield County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of GettingOut

There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate in Chesterfield County Jail:
1.  Using the GettingOut Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut apps.

To remotely visit an inmate in Chesterfield County follow these steps:
1.  Start by confirming that Chesterfield County Jail's Video Visitation is working correctly by looking up Chesterfield County here.

2.  The next step is to create an account here for GettingOut.
3. Then add funds to your account.
4. Last, select Chesterfield County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to communicate with.

Other Chesterfield County Services provided by GettingOut:
 - Phone Calls & Voicemail 
 - Email, Photo & Video Sharing
-  Inmate Tablet Rental
-  Deposits

Customer Service
If you have any questions about the Chesterfield County Jail Visitation Services you can call them at 866-516-0115.
Frequently Asked Questions

* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Chesterfield County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.

Chesterfield County Jail Phone: 804-748-1476

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 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 Chesterfield County Jail?

Chesterfield County Jail Inmate Visitation

  • Visitation is scheduled and done using the services of GTL.
  • Inmates are allowed ONE 25-minute video visit per week by no more than four persons.
  • Chesterfield County Jail will have five on-site visitation units available for visitation during visitation hours.
  • All visits must be scheduled at least two days in advance but no more than six days in advance.
  • Visitors should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the visit start time.
  • Visitation is done through the use of video screens.
  • Visits can be done on-site (at the jail) or off-site (computer, phone or tablet).
  • Visits can only be scheduled during visitation hours.
  • Lawyer visits DO NOT count against personal visits.
DAY TIME
MONDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
TUESDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
THURSDAY 8:30AM-11:00AM
5:00PM-8:00PM
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY NO VISITS
SUNDAY NO VISITS

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Chesterfield County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Chesterfield County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832


Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Chesterfield County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Chesterfield County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Chesterfield County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Virginia, then choose Chesterfield County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Chesterfield County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Chesterfield County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Chesterfield County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Chesterfield County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Chesterfield County Jail by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

  • Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
  • Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
  • Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Chesterfield County Jail, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Chesterfield County Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Chesterfield County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832



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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832

Chesterfield County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832



Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832



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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate # (call 804-748-1476 for this info)
Chesterfield County Jail
PO Box 758
Chesterfield, VA 23832

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Chesterfield County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Chesterfield County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Chesterfield County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Chesterfield County Jail 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

Chesterfield County Jail 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 Chesterfield County

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

  • Go to JailATM, choose Virginia, then choose Chesterfield County Jail
  • 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 Chesterfield County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Chesterfield County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Emailing and Texting Messages, Photos & Videograms

Chesterfield County Jail contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.


If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select Chesterfield County Jail,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1.
  Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.

How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1.
  Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).

Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call   866-516-0115

How to Communicate with an Chesterfield County Jail Inmate by Mail and by Email

To mail or email an inmate in Chesterfield County follow these steps:

When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:

  • All mail sent to an inmate at the Chesterfield County Jail must include the sender's name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope or postcard.
  • All mail must include the facility's address, as well as the inmate's name and assigned number.
  • Failure to include your return address will most likely result in your mail NOT being delivered and your letter destroyed.
  • The Chesterfield County Jail has a zero-tolerance policy regarding mail violations. 
  • All the information you need to understand mail and email policies can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

Emailing Messages & Photos

Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
 
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select Chesterfield County Jail,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

  • Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
  • After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
  • You can also send your Chesterfield County inmate photos and videos.

Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call   866-516-0115

Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.

All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Chesterfield County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Chesterfield County Jail allows inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by 'gettingout'.


The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Chesterfield County Jail, such as:

  • Music
  • Books
  • Games
  • Education
  • News
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Read mail and messages
  • Video visits

-  Free services are already available for use on the device at Chesterfield County Jail.
-  Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
-  Chesterfield County Jail Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.

What Does a Tablet Cost?

To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.

Game Center:

30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)

Unlimited eBooks:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

Streaming Music:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)

Newsfeed

Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)

Same Day Subscription Services

Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)

Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)

Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)

All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes. 

Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...

Tablet: $249.99 per each

Charger: $8.99 per each

Earbuds: $2.99 per each

How Inmates Can Use a Tablet to Access Services at Chesterfield County Jail

To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:

1.  First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL

2.  Purchase the services you want for your Chesterfield County Jail inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.

To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chesterfield County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-748-1476 for further assistance.

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