Danville City Jail & Annex Inmate Bail & Bonds
City of Danville: getting out on bail
Danville runs its own jail, so nobody is sent to a regional one. Officers book most arrests into the Danville City Jail, 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541. Longer stays and work release happen at the Danville Adult Detention Center, 1000 S Boston Road, Danville, VA 24540.
Look up the person on the city's jail roster first. Our Danville Recent Arrests page also explains warrants and charges.
Then call the jail at 434-799-5130 and ask what a bond costs and who takes payment. The magistrate, at 434-799-5143, can say how bail was set. Court dates are on our Danville court page.
1. What jail does the city use?
The Danville City Jail, 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541. Phone 434-799-5130. Longer stays may be at the Danville Adult Detention Center, 434-799-5233.
↑ Back to the question list2. Who sets bail?
The magistrate at Courts & Jail Building, 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541, phone 434-799-5143.
↑ Back to the question list3. How do I search?
4. What if we cannot afford the bond?
Ask a lawyer to file a bail motion in the General District Court (434-799-5179). The judge must weigh the person’s ability to pay (Va. Code § 19.2-121; Va. Code § 19.2-158).
↑ Back to the question list5. What happens after an arrest by Danville police?
Officers bring the person to the Patton Street building, where the jail and magistrate are under one roof. The magistrate rules soon after booking (Va. Code § 19.2-80), choosing between a signature, an unsecured figure and a bond that has to be posted (Va. Code § 19.2-123).
↑ Back to the question list6. Can I post bail in Danville at night?
Yes. A magistrate is available at all hours (Va. Code § 19.2-48.1). Cash, property or a licensed bondsman all work (Va. Code § 9.1-185); the bondsman's fee runs 10% to 15% (Va. Code § 9.1-185.8).
↑ Back to the question list7. When does a judge review bail in the city?
At the next session of district court for anyone who couldn't post bond (Va. Code § 19.2-158). The judge also asks about counsel (Va. Code § 19.2-159). Circuit Court takes appeals (Va. Code § 19.2-124).
↑ Back to the question list8. How does a Danville city case move?
District judges try misdemeanors, and there's a 10-day window to appeal (Va. Code § 16.1-132). Felonies begin with a preliminary hearing (Va. Code § 19.2-218) and can then move to Circuit Court after indictment. Juvenile and family matters are handled at the Patton Street JDR court (Va. Code § 16.1-241).
↑ Back to the question list9. Can a Danville city defendant get a free lawyer?
Yes. If jail is possible, a Patton Street judge reviews a sworn money form (Va. Code § 19.2-159).
↑ Back to the question list10. What does a missed court date mean in the city?
The court can order an arrest, forfeit the bond and add a failure-to-appear charge (Va. Code § 19.2-128). Calling the clerk quickly helps.
↑ Back to the question list11. Are there rules besides money?
Often, such as staying away from a person or place (Va. Code § 19.2-123). A protective order lasting a few days is common after a family arrest (Va. Code § 16.1-253.4). Warrants from North Carolina or other states are handled separately (Va. Code § 19.2-102) and may keep someone jailed (Va. Code § 19.2-85).
↑ Back to the question list12. Who handles a federal arrest in Danville?
The Western District of Virginia, at its federal courthouse in Danville (18 U.S.C. § 3142).
↑ Back to the question list13. What happens to bail money in Danville?
Cash is returned once the case ends if every date was kept. A co-signer can be liable after a no-show (Va. Code § 19.2-143) and may surrender the defendant (Va. Code § 19.2-149).
↑ Back to the question list14. Who will confirm bond in the City of Danville?
Jail: 434-799-5130. Magistrate: 434-799-5143. Circuit Court clerk: 434-799-5168.
↑ Back to the question listContacts for Danville City
- Jail
- Danville City Jail, 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541; 434-799-5130
- Also used
- Danville Adult Detention Center, 1000 South Boston Road, Danville, VA 24540; 434-799-5233
- Magistrate
- Courts & Jail Building, 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24541; 434-799-5143
- District court
- 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24543; 434-799-5179
- Circuit court
- 401 Patton Street, Danville, VA 24543; 434-799-5168
- Inmate search
- Danville City inmate search
This page is not legal advice.
Danville City Jail & Annex
Address:
401 Patton Street
Danville, VA 24541
Phone:
434-799-5130