Martinsville City Jail

To search for an inmate in the Martinsville City 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 276-403-5152 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Martinsville City 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.

Martinsville City Jail Inmate Search

The Martinsville City Jail maintains an average of 128 offenders in custody on any given day. The Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,760 offenders.

The following charts of Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City.

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 Martinsville City 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.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Martinsville City Jail? What is the Schedule?

Martinsville City Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

55 West Church Street
Martinsville, VA 24112
276-403-5152

• 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 276-403-5152 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 276-403-5152 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

The Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City Jail

Martinsville City 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?

Martinsville City 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, Martinsville City 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 support@homewav.com 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 refunds@homewav.com 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.

HomeWAV Video Tutorials

HomeWAV Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Martinsville City Jail?

The information below provides complete instructions regarding Homewav Video Visitation for Martinsville City Jail:

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

Martinsville City 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?

Martinsville City 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, Martinsville City 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 support@homewav.com 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 refunds@homewav.com 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.

HomeWAV Video Tutorials

HomeWAV Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Martinsville City Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Martinsville City Jail?

How Do Inmates in Martinsville City Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Martinsville City, 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 Martinsville City inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

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

Postcards & Envelopes
The Martinsville City 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.
The Martinsville City Jail may also allow 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.
Martinsville City Jail
Inmate Name
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 Martinsville City 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.
To confirm that the Martinsville City Jail continues to allow books to be mailed by a third party publisher or bookseller, call 276-403-5152.
Martinsville City Jail
Inmate Name
55 W. Church Street
Martinsville, Virginia 24112

Care packages
Care packages are pre-chosen items packaged together and sent to the inmate from a third-party vendor. They can include clothing, snacks and seasonal items.
When a jail allows the inmate to receive Care Packages they must come directly from an approved company that specializes in serving the inmates of jails.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Martinsville City Jail

Search for JailATM services for Martinsville City Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Martinsville City Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Martinsville City 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

Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City

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

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Martinsville City Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Martinsville City 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

1. The Martinsville City Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
2. 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. 
3. When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Martinsville City inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
4. An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging. 
5. 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.
6. All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
7. If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
8. Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.

Cost to send messages

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

Paytel App Download

Check to see if Tablets are Available in Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Martinsville City Jail follow these steps:

How inteleMESSAGE Works

• The Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Martinsville City.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Martinsville City Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Martinsville City 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)
• Martinsville City 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 Martinsville City Jail directly at 276-403-5152 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 Martinsville City Jail

How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Martinsville City? 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 Martinsville City Jail directly at 276-403-5152 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 Martinsville City Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Martinsville City Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 276-403-5152 for further assistance.