Franklin County Jail, VA

How Do You Find Someone in the Franklin County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Franklin 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 540-483-3020 for the information you are looking for.

Franklin County Jail Inmate Search

Franklin County maintains an average of 936 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jails have a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Franklin County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 18,720 offenders.

The following charts of Franklin County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 5/29/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from Franklin County, the state of Virginia, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.

For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Franklin County and Virginia state prisons, click the button below.
Franklin County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Franklin County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 5/29/2023

Race	Inmates	% Total
White	620	85.16%
Black	52	7.14%
Hispanic or Latino	34	4.67%
American Indian/Native Alaskan	5	0.69%
Asian	8	1.10%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian	4	0.55%
Other	5	0.69%
Total	728	100.0%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Virginia Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Franklin County Inmate Criminal Charges - 5/29/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge	Inmates	% Total
Felony (3rd Degree)	142	19.51%
Felony (2rd Degree)	168	23.08%
Felony (1st Degree)	62	8.52%
State Jail Felony	34	4.67%
Felony (Uncategorized)	95	13.05%
Misdemeanor (Class A)	227	31.18%
Misdemeanor (Class C)	0	0.00%
Holds	0	0.00%
Uncategorized	0	0.00%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Virginia Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Franklin County Inmate Sex - 5/29/2023

Sex	Inmates	% Total
Male	642	88.19%
Female	86	11.81%
Total	728	100.0%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Virginia Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Franklin County Inmate Age - 5/29/2023

Age	Inmates	% Total
Under 18	8	1.10%
18-20	38	5.22%
21-24	89	12.23%
25-30	166	22.80%
31-35	107	14.70%
36-40	110	15.11%
41-45	72	9.89%
46-50	38	5.22%
51-55	46	6.32%
56-60	25	3.43%
61-65	17	2.34%
66-75	9	1.24%
76-85	3	0.41%
Total	728	100.0%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Virginia Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

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About the Franklin County Jail

In Franklin County, Virginia, the local sheriff office is located in Rocky Mount and operates not only the local law enforcement but also operates the local jail facility. When people are arrested, they are taken to this facility directly and are booked there, then provided time to call a friend, family member, or a lawyer, after which they will be assigned to a housing unit. Housing determinations are made based upon male or female housing, the level of security needed, and keeping those who are charged in the same case separated from each other. Where necessary, high risk or violent offenders may be transferred to another facility where maximum security inmates are housed. Several rehabilitation programs are provided within the facility to assist inmates in their reintegration into society and their community. General Education is available to all inmates and helps those who did not finish high school to get their diploma, increasing their options for employment after they finish their sentence. Rehabilitation programs are in place to help inmates learn a variety of skills to manage addictions, mental health, and physical health concerns. This facility uses HomeWAV Video Visitation program for both their phone calls and the visits with inmates, and this allows for people around the country to be able to have visits with their incarcerate loved ones. Through the homewav.com website, or through the app, an account can be created to connect with an inmate and fund the account for phone calls, video calls, emails, and even text messaging. All forms of communication, including mail sent through the post office to the processing center at PO Box 18247, Greensboro, NC 27419, will be monitored and checked for contraband or inappropriate conversation and can be ended at any time due to breaking any of the rules by inmates or their visitor.

Jail (Main): 540-483-3020
Sheriff: 540-483-3000

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Inmate Visitation

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

The Franklin County Jail uses Homewav for all Video Visitation services.

The information below provides complete instructions regarding:

Visiting Hours and Visitation Schedule,
Visitation Rules,
Application & Registration
Inmate Video Visits, and
Jail Visitation Process for the Franklin County Jail

Franklin County Jail uses HomeWAV for Inmate Video Visitation.

Off-site remote visits are simple and convenient for both inmates and you.
Outgoing calls can be initiated from the detention facility without the need for advanced scheduling.
HomeWAV is compatible with both Apple iOS and Android.
HomeWAV is compatible with most major browsers on either PC or Mac computers, but works best with Google Chrome.

Following these instructions exactly will enhance your chances of having trouble-free visits.

How Much does Homewav Cost?

Franklin County Jail charges $0.50 cents per minute for video visitation and $1.00 for each video message.

There is NO minimum talk time. Each ‘call’ can be as short as one minute.

In addition, there is a $1.00 fee for any purchase. All “Talk to me Funds” can only be used between the inmate and the visitor who owns the account.

How does HomeWAV video visitation work?

1. Sign Up Here.
2. Complete both steps of the registration process
3. Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
4. Then you just wait for the inmate to call

How Do I add Funds to my account?

1. Once you are logged in, click “Add Talk to Me Funds
2. Type in the amount of dollars you want to add to your account.
3. Click “Update”
4. Choose a way to pay (Credit, debit, or prepaid card.)

Can I use HomeWAV on my smartphone or tablet?

Yes, however your HomeWAV account must be first set up online from a computer.

Once you have added funds to your account, you will need to install the Homewav app onto your phone or tablet.

To receive calls you must log in through the app and wait for the inmate to initiate the call.

You cannot add funds or make any changes to your account information through the app. These options are only available through the website.

The app should be solely used for video visitation.

What are the minimum PC requirements?

1. A computer with Windows Operating System. (Note: HomeWAV works best with Chrome.)
2. Speakers or Headphones
3. Camera and microphone

Can I use HomeWAV from the jail lobby if I don’t have a computer?

Yes, Franklin County Jail has a HomeWAV kiosk in their lobby for you to use if you don’t have a computer or smartphone, however due to COVID issues you may be temporarily prohibited entrance into their lobby.

How does the Inmate Know I am Logged in and Ready to Visit?

1. Make sure there are funds in your account and that you are marked as “appear online”.
2.   The moment you log in, the HomeWAV screen at the facility will light up green and display the inmates name. This informs the inmate that they have a visitor that is now logged on.
3.   Once the inmate sees the notification, he or she will initiate the call.
4.   When the inmate initiates the call, a ringing sound will take place and a pop-up box will appear, asking you if you want to accept the call.

Can I transfer funds from one inmate to another?

If you have multiple inmates and would like to transfer your funds to a different inmate, please call HomeWAV at 314-764-2872 or email [email protected] and include the following information:
1.   Homewav account holder’s name.
2.   The number of minutes to be transferred.
3.   Facility Name.
4.   From which inmate to who do you want to transfer funds.

How do I get a refund on leftover funds?

Email HomeWAV at [email protected] with your refund request.
REFUNDS are subject to a $7.50 processing fee. *Note* refund requests must be sent from the email address of the registered visitor.

How can I contact HomeWAV if I’m having any problems?

HomeWAV Visitor Support is available 7 days a week during the following hours:

Monday – Friday
9:00AM to 6:00PM EST

Saturday – Sunday
8:00AM to 6:00PM EST

HomeWAV Customer Service: Call 314-764-2872, or toll free 844-394-6639.

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HomeWAV Frequently Asked Questions

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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 Franklin County Jail?

The information below provides complete instructions regarding Homewav Video Visitation for Franklin County Jail:

Visiting Hours and Visitation Schedule,
Visitation Rules,
Application & Registration
Inmate Video Visits, and
Jail Visitation Process for the Franklin County Jail

Franklin County Jail uses HomeWAV for Inmate Video Visitation.

Off-site remote visits are simple and convenient for both inmates and you.
Outgoing calls can be initiated from the detention facility without the need for advanced scheduling.
HomeWAV is compatible with both Apple iOS and Android.
HomeWAV is compatible with most major browsers on either PC or Mac computers, but works best with Google Chrome.

Following these instructions exactly will enhance your chances of having trouble-free visits.

How Much does Homewav Cost?

Franklin County Jail charges $0.50 cents per minute for video visitation and $1.00 for each video message.

There is NO minimum talk time. Each ‘call’ can be as short as one minute.

In addition, there is a $1.00 fee for any purchase. All “Talk to me Funds” can only be used between the inmate and the visitor who owns the account.

How does HomeWAV video visitation work?

1. Sign Up Here.
2. Complete both steps of the registration process
3. Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
4. Then you just wait for the inmate to call

How Do I add Funds to my account?

1. Once you are logged in, click “Add Talk to Me Funds
2. Type in the amount of dollars you want to add to your account.
3. Click “Update”
4. Choose a way to pay (Credit, debit, or prepaid card.)

Can I use HomeWAV on my smartphone or tablet?

Yes, however your HomeWAV account must be first set up online from a computer.

Once you have added funds to your account, you will need to install the Homewav app onto your phone or tablet.

To receive calls you must log in through the app and wait for the inmate to initiate the call.

You cannot add funds or make any changes to your account information through the app. These options are only available through the website.

The app should be solely used for video visitation.

What are the minimum PC requirements?

1. A computer with Windows Operating System. (Note: HomeWAV works best with Chrome.)
2. Speakers or Headphones
3. Camera and microphone

Can I use HomeWAV from the jail lobby if I don’t have a computer?

Yes, Franklin County Jail has a HomeWAV kiosk in their lobby for you to use if you don’t have a computer or smartphone, however due to COVID issues you may be temporarily prohibited entrance into their lobby.

How does the Inmate Know I am Logged in and Ready to Visit?

1. Make sure there are funds in your account and that you are marked as “appear online”.
2.   The moment you log in, the HomeWAV screen at the facility will light up green and display the inmates name. This informs the inmate that they have a visitor that is now logged on.
3.   Once the inmate sees the notification, he or she will initiate the call.
4.   When the inmate initiates the call, a ringing sound will take place and a pop-up box will appear, asking you if you want to accept the call.

Can I transfer funds from one inmate to another?

If you have multiple inmates and would like to transfer your funds to a different inmate, please call HomeWAV at 314-764-2872 or email [email protected] and include the following information:
1.   Homewav account holder’s name.
2.   The number of minutes to be transferred.
3.   Facility Name.
4.   From which inmate to who do you want to transfer funds.

How do I get a refund on leftover funds?

Email HomeWAV at [email protected] with your refund request.
REFUNDS are subject to a $7.50 processing fee. *Note* refund requests must be sent from the email address of the registered visitor.

How can I contact HomeWAV if I’m having any problems?

HomeWAV Visitor Support is available 7 days a week during the following hours:

Monday – Friday
9:00AM to 6:00PM EST

Saturday – Sunday
8:00AM to 6:00PM EST

HomeWAV Customer Service: Call 314-764-2872, or toll free 844-394-6639.

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HomeWAV Frequently Asked Questions

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Franklin 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
Franklin 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 Franklin 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.
Franklin County Jail - VA
Inmate Name
70 E Court Street - Ste 101
Rocky Mount, VA 24151

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 Franklin County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Franklin 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 Franklin County.
After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
Choose Virginia, then choose Franklin 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 Franklin County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Franklin 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 Franklin County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Franklin County.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do Inmates in Franklin County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Franklin County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

Register here,
contact them online, or
call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Franklin County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Postcards & Envelopes - Personal Mail
The Franklin County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They 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.
The Franklin County Jail also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well, however more and more jails are no longer allowing envelopes or paper letters due to concern about paper being dipped into liquefied drugs like methamphetamines and cocaine and then mailed into secure facilities.
Franklin County Jail - VA
Inmate Name, Inmate ID number
PO Box 2925
PMB 79078
San Antonio, TX 78299-2925

Newspapers, Magazines, Books
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
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.
Most jails allow 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Franklin 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.
Franklin County Jail - VA
Inmate Name
70 E Court Street - Ste 101
Rocky Mount, VA 24151

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Inmate Commissary

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

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

Search for JailATM services for Franklin County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Franklin County Jail.

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Franklin 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

Franklin 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 Franklin County

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

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

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Franklin County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel.

How inteleMESSAGE Works

The Franklin County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Franklin County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging.
You must visit the Pay Tel website, login to your account, and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link in order to send or check for messages. You will not be notified of messages by any other method.
All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.

Cost to send messages

The sender of the message is charged $.50 per message. Rates are subject to change.
For friends and family outside of a facility, this amount is deducted from the prepaid account balance or charged to your direct bill account.
For inmates, the amount is charged to the inmate and deducted from the inmate’s debit account.
There is no charge to read a message that was sent to you.

Paytel App Download

Check to see if Tablets are Available in Franklin County Jail for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Franklin County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Franklin County Jail follow these steps:

How inteleMESSAGE Works

The Franklin County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Franklin County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.

For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Franklin County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Franklin County.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Franklin County Jail for a small monthly fee.

Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:

Phone Calls
Messages (email / texts)
Educational applications
Entertainment (movies, games, television, music)
Franklin County Jail information (rules, guidelines, visitation schedules, etc.)
Legal research
Medical requests
Programs (anger management, drug recovery, job skills, parenting, etc.)

Contact Paytel online, or call the Franklin County Jail directly at 540-483-3020 to rent a tablet for your inmate.

If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:

Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Franklin County Jail

How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Franklin County? Read the following:

Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:

Phone Calls
Messages (email / texts)
Educational applications and Entertainment
Legal Research
and much more!

Contact Paytel online, or call the Franklin County Jail directly at 540-483-3020 to rent a tablet for your inmate.

To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Franklin County Jail.

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