New Kent County Jail

The New Kent 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.

Offenders who are arrested in Kent County will find that they are transported and housed in the Regional Jail East that is located within Henrico County Regional Jail. Opened on September 17 of 1996 this facility is a combined effort for three counties, Henrico, Goochland, and New Kent. It is considered a “new generation” jail and uses direct supervision to keep interactions between inmates and officers frequent and to create a more community feel that builds respect and courtesy between them. Staff work directly within the housing units and help to move them through the facility in person rather than solely observing from a control room.

There are several training opportunities and classes available including the opportunity to obtain a GED, learn automotive repair, prepare for cosmetology state boards, and many more. These are one of the ways that inmates can both fill their days and learn skills that will help them to be more employable in the future and prepare them for a successful reintegration into their community upon the completion of their sentence. When combined with the other facility and the courthouse security, the Sheriff’s Office has over 300 staff members that work for the corrections division and maintain the safety of their community.

Part of the operations of the jail include the supervision of their activities, including classes, recreation, meals, laundry and other tasks, and their phone calls and visits. GTL.net is the program that provides the phone services for inmates, and they will have access to phones daily, with an account at that site being created to provide funding for those phone calls. This ensures that inmates can call family or friends who have been approved to receive phone calls. To visit an inmate, an account is created at gettingout.com and then connecting to the inmate. This will provide a list of times they are available and allow a video visit to be scheduled. All visits will be monitored and can be ended at any time for any reason deemed necessary.

Understanding the booking process at New Kent County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to New Kent County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at New Kent County Jail:

• Personal identification verification.
• Taking photographs (mugshots).
• Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
• Possibly collecting DNA samples.
• Performing a full-body search.
• Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
• Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 804-501-5860.