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Danville City Jail Visitation Center

Independent City Jail

Last Updated: May 12,2026


Visitation Hours

Visiting an Inmate at Danville VA Adult Detention Center

Visiting someone held at Danville VA Adult Detention Center in Danville, 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 Danville VA Adult Detention Center directly at 434-799-5233 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 Danville VA Adult Detention Center 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 434-799-5233 for the visitor application process and expected approval timeline.

Visiting Days, Hours, and Scheduling

Visiting schedules at Danville VA Adult Detention Center 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 434-799-5233 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 Danville VA Adult Detention Center 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 434-799-5233 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 434-799-5233 to confirm what's available at Danville VA Adult Detention Center.

To confirm visiting hours, the visitor application process, or current eligibility at Danville VA Adult Detention Center, call 434-799-5233.

General Visitation Information

SCHEDULE & GENERAL RULES

  1. The Adult Detention Center (ADC) only allows visitation for inmates who are scheduled to be at ADC for more than 30 days. Visitation is not set up for inmates who will be at ADC 30 days or less.
  2. Visitation is conducted each Sunday, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m..
  3. Inmates are assigned a 30-minute visitation time.
  4. It is the responsibility of each inmate to notify his visitors of his assigned visitation time.
  5. Visitors need to arrive about 10 minutes before the start of the inmate's visitation time to complete processing before the start of the visitation time.
  6. Visitors must present a valid picture identification (such as a current Driver's License) at each visit.
  7. No smoking is permitted during visitation.
  8. Visitors may not bring weapons, illegal drugs or alcohol, cameras, cell phones, or other electronic items into the facility.
  9. Visitors are subject to be searched.
  10. Visitors who are on an ADC inmate's Visitation List may bring money for the inmate they are visiting.

ADULT VISITORS

  1. Adult visitors must be 18 years old or older.
  2. To receive visits an inmate must complete a Visitation Request Form, which includes the address and DOB of each requested visitor.
  3. An ADC inmate may have up to a maximum of four (4) adult visitors at any one time. These visitors must be immediate family as defined below:
    • Father
    • Mother
    • Sisters (including half-sisters & step sisters) 18 and older
    • Brothers (including half brothers & step brothers) 18 and older
    • Inmate's children (18 and older)
    • Wife, or girlfriend, NOT BOTH
    • Legal Guardian (in place of parents)
    • Step-parent (step-parent and parent must be married for both to be eligible to visit)