RSW Regional Jail
RSW Regional Jail
You can speak with someone at the 634-bed RSW Regional Jail about an inmate at any hour by calling 540-622-6097.
This facility books and processes misdemeanor and felony arrestees for the county. Once booking and processing is complete, inmates are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is resolved.
See who is currently in custody by using the inmate search tool.
Those sentenced to less than one year serve their sentence at the jail. Those sentenced to more than one year are sent to the Virginia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page has information about the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Keep the inmate’s booking number or jail ID close by. It’s required for most communication. If you can’t find it online, call RSW Regional Jail at 540-622-6097.
Inmate Services
Phone
540-622-6097Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
RSW Regional Jail
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
(When sending money orders... Att: Inmate Accounts Clerk)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the RSW Regional 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 540-622-6097 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Warren 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.
RSW Regional Jail Inmate Search
The RSW Regional Jail maintains an average of 634 offenders in custody on any given day. The RSW Regional 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 Warren County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,320 offenders.
The following charts of Warren 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 Warren 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 Warren 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 Warren 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessIn the mission statement of the RSW Regional Jail is the promise to provide protection for the public, to retain a humane environment for all inmates, to maintain training of all staff, and to maintain the safety and security of the jail at all times.
Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Warren County, Rappahannock County, Shenandoah County, Culpeper County, Page County, or Front Royal, and that were recently charged with a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.
Both academic and life skills classes and programming are offered to provide inmates with the skills that they need to build a successful life after incarceration. Counselling is offered to improve mental health, treat addiction, and provide preventative tools for reintegration into the community.
After admission and booking, medical staff will approve glasses, contact lenses, solution, and prescribed medication.
Inmates are permitted to make phone calls and to exchange messages with their friends and family who are not incarcerated, and this is funded online. Calling is 15 cents per minute while messages are 25 cents per message.
Inmates also have access to a canteen to purchase commissary items, and this money can also be used to make phone calls, and this can be funded through the lobby kiosk, online, or in person at the jail during the hours of 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday.
Visits are allowed each day through an online service and there are both remote access and on site options. There are three times that visits can occur, 8am-11:30am, 1pm-4:30[m, and 6pm-9:30pm. Each visit is 15 minutes, and inmates may have more than one visit per day but they may not be consecutive.
Inmate services include an online money deposit, video visitation, digital email messaging and outgoing phone calls.
- RSW Regional Jail (Main #): 540-622-6097
- Culpepper County Sheriff: 540-727-7520
- Front Royal Police: 540-635-2111
- Page County Sheriff: 540-743-6571
- Rappahannock County Sheriff: 540-675-5300
- RSW Regional Jail Booking: 540-622-8620
- RSW Regional Jail Inmate Accounts: 540-622-5015
- Shenandoah County Sheriff: 540-459-6100
- Warren County Sheriff: 540-635‑4128
Understanding the booking process at RSW Regional Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to RSW Regional 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 RSW Regional 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 540-622-6097.
Paying bail for someone in custody in Warren County
Once someone is booked at RSW Regional Jail in Front Royal after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 540-622-6097 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
- The full cash bond is paid at the jail's bonding window or at the clerk of court using cash, a cashier's check or a money order, while many jails add a card option at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond service for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and call the jail at 540-622-6097 with questions.
- A licensed bail bond agent in Warren County can help cover bail.
- Many courts take real estate as security for a bond; the property owner must show clear title plus equity at least equal to the bond, often twice it, backed by a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set the bail gives final approval.
For detailed information about the bail process in Warren County, Virginia, see the RSW Regional Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the RSW Regional Jail? What is the Schedule?
RSW Regional Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-622-6097
Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed six 15-minute visits per week.
- You must arrive 15 minutes prior to the visit.
- A maximum of one adult and one child are allowed per an on-site video session.
- Only one infant (under 1 year of age) will be allowed per visit and will not be counted as a visitor
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
- Any person visiting must not have been incarcerated within the past 180 days.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO on site VISITS |
| MONDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
RSW Regional Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 540-622-6097 for questions or appointments.
Visiting an Inmate at the RSW Regional Jail
RSW Regional Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the RSW Regional Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
Visiting an Inmate at the RSW Regional Jail
RSW Regional Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate with video.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- Then you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- Then you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- The RSW Regional Jail requires you upload a copy of your ID and a selfie.
For more information, including dress codes, rules and guidelines, visiting hours and more, check out our Visitation Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the RSW Regional Jail?
RSW Regional Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the RSW Regional Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the RSW Regional 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
RSW Regional 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 RSW Regional Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
RSW Regional Jail
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
(When sending money orders... Att: Inmate Accounts Clerk)
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 Warren County
To deposit money online for an inmate in RSW Regional Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Warren County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Virginia, then choose RSW Regional Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in RSW Regional Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in RSW Regional Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Warren County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the RSW Regional Jail?
How Do Inmates in RSW Regional Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Warren County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
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Register here,
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contact them online, or
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call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Warren County 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 RSW Regional Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the RSW Regional Jail, and what can I send them?
RSW Regional Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the RSW Regional Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The RSW Regional 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#
RSW Regional Jail VA
P.O. Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
RSW Regional Jail
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
(When sending money orders... Att: Inmate Accounts Clerk)
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the RSW Regional Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the RSW Regional Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
RSW Regional Jail
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
(When sending money orders... Att: Inmate Accounts Clerk)
RSW Regional Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the RSW Regional Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The RSW Regional Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
RSW Regional Jail VA
P.O. Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
RSW Regional Jail
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
(When sending money orders... Att: Inmate Accounts Clerk)
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the RSW Regional Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the RSW Regional Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
RSW Regional Jail
6601 Winchester Road
Front Royal, VA 22630
(When sending money orders... Att: Inmate Accounts Clerk)
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the RSW Regional Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the RSW Regional Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Warren 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 RSW Regional 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 Warren 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 RSW Regional 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 Warren County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in RSW Regional Jail follow these steps:
How inteleMESSAGE Works
- The RSW Regional 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 Warren 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 RSW Regional Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Warren County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the RSW Regional Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the RSW Regional 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)
- RSW Regional 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 RSW Regional Jail directly at 540-622-6097 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 RSW Regional Jail
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Warren 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 RSW Regional Jail directly at 540-622-6097 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 RSW Regional Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about RSW Regional Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 540-622-6097 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Warren County?
Warren County County Jails
Warren County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Warren County?
The RSW Regional Jail serves the following cities and towns of Warren County: Front Royal, Linden and Strasburg.
