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Petersburg VA Jail Annex

Independent City Jail

Last Updated: April 23, 2026
Address
6104 County Dr, Disputanta, VA 23842
County
Prince George
Phone
804-733-2378
Fax
804-861-5570
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Petersburg VA Jail Annex is for Independent City Jail offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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If your loved one is at Petersburg VA Jail Annex, InmateAid can help you stay connected. Call the facility directly at 804-733-2378 with any immediate questions.

The Petersburg VA Jail Annex is a correctional facility located at 6104 County Dr in Disputanta, VA. Jails or detention centers are locally operated short-term facilities that hold inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both, and inmates sentenced to a term of less than one year, typically misdemeanants. You may call 804-733-2378 to get information about an inmate, charges or sentencing, bail (if any), and visiting hours. Prisons are longer-term facilities run by the state or the federal government that typically hold felons and persons with sentences of more than one year. The Petersburg VA Jail Annex also houses inmates arrested by this county’s municipal police departments including the Disputanta Police Department.

Family and Friends of inmates are allowed to:
• Receive phone calls from the inmates,
• Provide them with commissary money
• Receive and send them mail
• Schedule a time to visit.

Petersburg VA Jail Annex is a correctional facility located at 6104 County Dr in Disputanta, VA, serving as a secure detention center for individuals awaiting trial, sentencing, or serving short-term sentences. As a locally operated jail, it primarily houses pretrial detainees, individuals awaiting court proceedings, and those serving sentences of less than one year, typically for misdemeanor offenses. The facility also holds individuals arrested by municipal and county law enforcement agencies, including the Disputanta Police Department. While jails like Petersburg VA Jail Annex operate under county jurisdiction, state and federal prisons house individuals serving longer-term sentences for felonies, with incarceration exceeding one year.

Friends and family members can stay connected with inmates housed at Petersburg VA Jail Annex through approved communication methods. Inmates may make outgoing phone calls, and loved ones can deposit funds into an inmate’s commissary account for purchasing food, hygiene products, and other approved items. Mail services allow inmates to send and receive letters, provided they comply with facility mail policies. Additionally, visitation is permitted, though visits must be scheduled in advance and adhere to the facility’s security protocols, identification requirements, and dress code regulations. To obtain information about an inmate’s custody status, charges, sentencing, or bail eligibility, individuals may contact the facility at 804-733-2378.

For inmates convicted and sentenced to one year or more, the next step in their incarceration depends on the severity of their offense. Those convicted of state crimes and serving extended sentences are transferred to the Virginia State Prison System, while individuals convicted of federal offenses are moved to a Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) facility. Misdemeanants and individuals sentenced to less than one year remain incarcerated at Petersburg VA Jail Annex or another county-operated jail. Additionally, non-U.S. citizens convicted of crimes may serve their sentences before being transferred to the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for potential detention, deportation proceedings, or removal from the country.

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Inmate Locator

Finding an Inmate at Petersburg VA Jail Annex

If you're trying to locate someone in custody at Petersburg VA Jail Annex in Disputanta, Virginia, the fastest path depends on how recently the arrest happened, what type of facility holds the inmate, and how quickly that facility updates its public records. There is no single nationwide inmate database that covers every detention facility in real time, so locating a specific person often means checking multiple sources or calling Petersburg VA Jail Annex directly at 804-733-2378.

Using the InmateAid Inmate Search

The InmateAid inmate search is the fastest starting point for locating someone at Petersburg VA Jail Annex. The search pulls from facility rosters, booking systems, and arrest record databases to return current custody status, charges, and housing facility. If the person was arrested or transferred recently and doesn't appear yet, the facility likely hasn't updated its public roster, which can lag by hours or a full business day. Try again later or call 804-733-2378 to confirm.

When the Inmate Doesn't Appear in the Search

Several explanations are possible if a person isn't showing up. The booking may not be complete. The person may have been released, transferred to another facility, or moved to federal or immigration custody. Some facilities deliberately delay public records by 24 to 72 hours for security reasons. Minors are never published in any public locator regardless of facility. To rule out a transfer or release, call 804-733-2378 and ask the booking desk to confirm current status.

What You'll Need to Search Effectively

Have ready: full legal name and any aliases, date of birth, and approximate date of arrest. If you know which agency made the arrest, that narrows results significantly. A booking number locates the record immediately. Without at least a full name and approximate date, searches return too many results to be useful.

Once You've Located the Inmate

When you confirm the person is at Petersburg VA Jail Annex, set up a prepaid phone account so you don't miss the first call, and arrange any money transfer or commissary funding needed. For phone discount plans, money transfer, and mail services available at Petersburg VA Jail Annex, see InmateAid's inmate services and call 804-733-2378.

To confirm current custody status, recent transfers, or release information at Petersburg VA Jail Annex, call 804-733-2378.

Visitation Information

Visiting an Inmate at Petersburg VA Jail Annex

Visiting someone held at Petersburg VA Jail Annex in Disputanta, Virginia starts with confirming the current visiting schedule, the visitor approval process, and your status on the approved visitor list. Visitation policies vary widely from one facility to another based on operating authority, security level, and the inmate's current status. Call Petersburg VA Jail Annex directly at 804-733-2378 to confirm what applies right now.

Getting on the Approved Visitor List

Most detention facilities require visitors to be approved in advance. The inmate at Petersburg VA Jail Annex typically submits a list of proposed visitors, and each adult on that list completes a visitor application form for a background check. Approval timelines range from a few days to several weeks depending on the facility. Do not travel for a visit until you have received confirmation. Call 804-733-2378 for the visitor application process and expected approval timeline.

Visiting Days, Hours, and Scheduling

Visiting schedules at Petersburg VA Jail Annex depend on the facility's operating model. Some facilities offer walk-in visits during posted hours; others require advance scheduling through an online portal or phone reservation. Visiting days may differ by housing unit or classification. Holiday schedules often change without much notice. Call 804-733-2378 a day or two before your planned visit to confirm the slot is still open and the inmate is eligible for visits.

ID, Dress Code, and What to Bring

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID: driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport. Most facilities require it to be unexpired and match the name on your approved application. Dress codes at Petersburg VA Jail Annex are enforced at entry: no revealing attire, no clothing that resembles inmate or staff uniforms, no hats, and in many facilities no underwire bras. Leave phones, bags, electronics, keys, and wallets in your vehicle or in lobby lockers.

Inmate Status and Visit Eligibility

A visit can be denied for reasons unrelated to your paperwork: the inmate may be in disciplinary status, restricted housing, medical isolation, or holdover during a transfer. Facility-wide lockdowns also suspend visits without notice. If the inmate has recently arrived, been moved, or had any change in status, call 804-733-2378 before traveling. A phone call the morning of the visit can save a wasted trip.

Video Visitation

Many detention facilities now offer video visitation through providers such as Securus, GTL/ViaPath, HomeWAV, or Smart Communications, either alongside or in place of in-person visits. Video visits typically require setting up a paid account, scheduling in advance, and connecting from a smartphone, tablet, or computer. For information on inmate phone discount plans and money transfer services, see InmateAid's inmate services and call 804-733-2378 to confirm what's available at Petersburg VA Jail Annex.

To confirm visiting hours, the visitor application process, or current eligibility at Petersburg VA Jail Annex, call 804-733-2378.

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