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Goochland County Jail Information

The Goochland County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to Henrico County for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

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

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call one of the jails in Henrico County.

Inmate Services

Phone: 804-501-5860

Physical Address:
 2938 River Road West, Building C
Goochland, VA 23063

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Henrico County Jail East
17320 New Kent Highway
Barhamsville, VA 23011

or

Henrico County Jail West
4317 East Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23228

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
 Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Henrico County Jail East
17320 New Kent Highway
Barhamsville, VA 23011

or

Henrico County Jail West
4317 East Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23228

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Goochland County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Goochland 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 804-501-5860 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Goochland 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.

Goochland County Jail Inmate Search

The Goochland County Jail maintains an average of 10 offenders in custody on any given day. The Goochland 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 Goochland County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 26,600 offenders.

The following charts of Goochland 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 Goochland 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 Goochland 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 Goochland 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 Goochland County Jail
The Regional Jail East that is located within Henrico County is a combined effort and success of several counties that allows them to access an advanced facility that meets the needs of each county. Created as part of a regional agreement from 1996, the facility was built in Barhamsville, VA, and uses the direct supervision method of security. With officers physically inside the housing units and interacting with the inmates, there is an opportunity for fast responses and relationship building, which leads to increased trust and better rehabilitation. It is a highly progressive facility both in the technology and build but also in the programs and services that are offered. Focused on moving forward and assisting inmates in building a successful life and career after their sentence, these include automotive repair classes, GED, cosmetology, computer technology and both group and individual counselling, along with substance abuse treatments. Each of these increase the employability of the inmate and provide skills they can use for a lifetime. With the agreement in place, all of the offenders who are arrested within the participating counties are transported to the Henrico County Jail East for booking and housing. The counties in this agreement include Goochland, Henrico, and New Kent, and is operated by the Henrico Sheriff’s Office. To contact the jail with questions or concerns the main line is 804-652-1120, and it is located at 17320 New Kent Highway in Barhamsville. To have phone calls with an inmate it is important to create an account at gtl.net, where funds can be added to their account that will pay for each of the phone calls they make. Inmates will have access to phones throughout the day and can contact their friends and family regularly with this service. GTL is also the provider for the current video based visitation that permits people to visit from home remotely or through a kiosk at the jail, while maintaining a safe distance for no contact visits. Gettingout.com allows friends and family to create accounts to visit with inmates during their availability as listed on the site after connecting with an inmate, and new updates allow inmates to initiate video calls to their visitors. With this flexibility there is no need to schedule days in advance and even those who do not live close can still access regular visits. Inmates are also able to both send and receive mail through the postal service, however greeting cards, cigarettes, drugs, cheques, and inappropriate photos will all be confiscated, and no contraband will be allowed into the jail through the mail.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

Once arrested, the person is taken to Goochland 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 Goochland 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 Goochland County Jail at 804-501-5860.

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

Steps to pay bail in Goochland County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Goochland County Jail in Goochland 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 804-501-5860.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

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

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

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Inmate Visitation

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

People arrested in Goochland County and then jailed, are housed at one of the two jails in Henrico County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 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 Goochland County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Goochland County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Goochland 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 Goochland 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 ID#
Henrico County Jail East
17320 New Kent Highway
Barhamsville, VA 23011

or

Henrico County Jail West
4317 East Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23228


Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Henrico County Jail East
17320 New Kent Highway
Barhamsville, VA 23011

or

Henrico County Jail West
4317 East Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23228


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 Goochland 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Goochland County Jail 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Henrico County Jail East
17320 New Kent Highway
Barhamsville, VA 23011

or

Henrico County Jail West
4317 East Parham Road
Henrico, VA 23228

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Goochland County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Goochland 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 Goochland County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 804-501-5860 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Goochland County

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

Goochland County County Jails
Goochland County Jail Henrico County Jail East Henrico County Jail West
Goochland County Juvenile Facilities
James River Juvenile Detention Center
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Goochland Fluvanna Cumberland Louisa Powhatan Henrico Chesterfield Hanover
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Search for an Inmate in Goochland County

This facility, known as "Goochland County Jail" is also known as Goochland County Sheriff - Offenders Housed in Henrico County Jail, Goochland County Arrests, Goochland Jail & Sheriff.