Western Regional Jail Inmate Search: Find the Right WV Custody Record
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility is a West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation facility in Barboursville. It serves Cabell, Lincoln, Mason, Putnam and Wayne counties, so the jail location and the county handling the criminal case are not always the same.
Start with the official West Virginia jail offender search, confirm that the listed institution is Western Regional Jail, then use the charging county’s court record for bond, hearings and case disposition.
Western Regional Source Board
Fast Answer: Use the WV Regional Jail Search
For someone believed to be held at Western Regional Jail, use West Virginia DCR’s Offender Search for Jails. Start with at least the first three letters of the legal last name, then narrow with the first name if necessary.
After finding a possible match, confirm that the institution is Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility. For a very recent arrest, also check Daily Incarcerations. For charges, hearings, bond orders or final disposition, use the West Virginia Judiciary record for the county handling the case.
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Which West Virginia Search Tool Should You Use?
West Virginia provides separate tools for jail custody, recent incarcerations and prison or parole supervision. Using the wrong tool is one of the main reasons a valid record appears to be missing.
Select a task above
The appropriate official route will appear here.
| Official source | Use it for | Do not use it as |
|---|---|---|
| Offender Search — Jails | Current West Virginia regional-jail custody, including Western Regional Jail. | A final criminal-history or court-disposition record. |
| Daily Incarcerations | Recent jail admissions by county or institution. | A permanent historical roster or proof of current release status. |
| Offender Search — Prisons | State-prison, parole or other active WV DCR supervision. | The default search for a person arrested recently and still in regional jail custody. |
| WV Judiciary | Magistrate and circuit court case information. | A jail housing or inmate communication system. |
| VINE | Available custody-status notifications. | A complete court file or substitute for emergency services. |
How to Search Western Regional Jail Inmates
- Open West Virginia’s official jail offender search. Use the statewide WV DCR jail tool rather than a copied mugshot or booking website when you need current regional-jail information.
- Start with the legal last name. Enter at least the first three letters of the last name. Add the first name when the initial result list is too broad.
- Open the possible match. Compare the full name, offender identifier and other displayed details. Do not decide identity from a common surname or booking photograph alone.
- Confirm the facility. Make sure the institution or location identifies Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility if that is the facility you are trying to verify.
- Save the OID and charging county. The offender number helps with mail and other services. The county is important because the criminal case may be handled outside Cabell County even though the jail itself is in Barboursville.
- Verify court information separately. Use the charging county’s magistrate or circuit court record for bond, hearings, filed charges and case disposition.
When to Use WV Daily Incarcerations
Daily Incarcerations can be useful when the arrest or transfer happened recently and the regular name search does not yet give you a clear result.
Start With the Arrest County
Western Regional serves several counties, so use the likely arrest or charging county when reviewing recent admissions.
Check Institution Admissions
If you already know Western Regional is likely, compare the institution route as well as county information.
Recent List ≠ Complete Case
A daily incarceration listing is useful for intake verification, but it is not a final court record or permanent historical archive.
How to Read a Western Regional Jail Search Result
| Record detail | What it can help confirm | What it does not prove |
|---|---|---|
| Offender name | A possible identity match. | Identity without supporting identifiers. |
| OID / offender identifier | A stronger correctional identifier for mail and service follow-up. | A court docket number or BOP register number. |
| Institution | The correctional facility attached to the current record. | That the person will remain there. |
| County | Helps identify the court and charging jurisdiction. | That the facility itself is physically in that county. |
| Charge description | Custody-related charge information shown by the correctional system. | Guilt, conviction or final court disposition. |
| Booking image | An additional identification clue where displayed. | Proof of guilt, present appearance or final legal status. |
What if Western Regional Jail Search Shows No Result?
Recent Booking
Transport, intake, fingerprinting, medical screening and data entry can occur before a useful public result appears.
Search More Broadly
Try the first three or more letters of the last name and avoid over-filtering if you are uncertain about first-name spelling.
Released or Transferred
The person may have bonded out, been released, transferred to another regional jail or entered prison or federal custody.
Check Prison Search
If sentencing or transfer to state correctional custody has occurred, switch to the WV DCR prison search.
Recommended No-Result Workflow
- Recheck the legal spelling of the last name.
- Try fewer filters in the jail offender search.
- Check Daily Incarcerations for a recent admission.
- Confirm the likely arrest or charging county.
- Call Western Regional Jail when current operational confirmation is necessary.
- Check the WV prison search if a state transfer is possible.
- Use the BOP locator if the matter is federal.
- Use ICE’s locator only when immigration detention is genuinely relevant.
- Use VINE if ongoing custody alerts would be useful.
Western Regional Jail Address, Phone and Counties Served
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility is located in Barboursville, West Virginia, near Interstate 64. WV DCR says the facility has operated since December 13, 2003 and is one of the state’s larger regional jails.
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility One O’Hanlon Place Barboursville, WV 25504 County: Cabell County Main phone: 304-733-6821 Visitation scheduling: 304-733-6850 Fax: 304-733-6867The Five Counties Served
| County | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Cabell County | The facility is physically located in Cabell County, but only use Cabell court records when Cabell is actually the charging jurisdiction. |
| Lincoln County | A person may be housed at Western while the criminal case remains in Lincoln County court. |
| Mason County | Use Mason County court records when that county filed or controls the case. |
| Putnam County | Housing at Western does not move a Putnam County prosecution into Cabell County. |
| Wayne County | Use Wayne County’s magistrate or circuit record when Wayne County is the charging jurisdiction. |
Open Official Western Regional Jail Page ↗
Bond and Court Records: Follow the Charging County
The regional jail manages custody, but a magistrate or court controls bail and the criminal case. West Virginia’s criminal procedure rules provide for initial appearances and bail through magistrate court, including video appearances for people detained in regional jails.
Initial Appearance and Bond
A magistrate can set bail and release conditions. West Virginia rules also allow an on-call magistrate to accept bond for a person already in jail when the legal requirements are satisfied.
If a person is held at Western for a charge from another county, the charging county can still control the case and bond proceedings.
Case May Move Later
Felony matters can move from magistrate proceedings into circuit court. Use West Virginia Judiciary’s statewide court-record access to determine the current case level before contacting a clerk.
Do not assume the original jail charge line is the final filed or adjudicated charge.
Safer Bond Verification Checklist
- Confirm the defendant’s full legal name.
- Confirm the charging county.
- Confirm the correct magistrate or circuit court.
- Check the case number when available.
- Verify the current bond type and amount.
- Ask whether another warrant, capias, detainer or case remains.
- Verify the authorized method for posting bond before sending money.
- Do not assume payment produces immediate release.
West Virginia Magistrate Record Search
The free Magistrate Record Search allows searches by first or last name or case number and can return up to 30 matching records. The Judiciary states that court documents themselves are not provided through that online search; contact the clerk of the court where the case was filed for copies.
Western Regional Jail Non-Contact Visitation
Western Regional Jail does not offer walk-in non-contact visitation. Appointments must be scheduled through the facility’s visitation number according to the published call-in days.
Have This Information Ready for Each Adult Visitor
- Date of birth.
- Phone number.
- Home address.
- Driver’s license number.
- Driver’s license expiration date.
| Day | Western Regional visitation / scheduling rule |
|---|---|
| Monday | No visitation. Call between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for Tuesday appointments. |
| Tuesday | Visit slots: 8:00–8:30 a.m., 9:00–9:30 a.m., 10:00–10:30 a.m., 2:00–2:30 p.m. and 3:00–3:30 p.m. No call-in appointments taken. |
| Wednesday | No visitation. Call between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for Thursday visitation. |
| Thursday | Visit slots: 8:00–8:30 a.m., 9:00–9:30 a.m., 10:00–10:30 a.m., 2:00–2:30 p.m. and 3:00–3:30 p.m. Thursday is also the call-in day for Saturday visitation. |
| Friday | No visitation. Call between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for Sunday appointments. |
| Saturday | Visit slots: 9:00–9:30 a.m., 10:00–10:30 a.m., 3:00–3:30 p.m., 7:00–7:30 p.m. and 8:00–8:30 p.m. No call-in appointments taken. |
| Sunday | Visit slots: 9:00–9:30 a.m., 10:00–10:30 a.m., 3:00–3:30 p.m., 7:00–7:30 p.m. and 8:00–8:30 p.m. No call-in appointments taken. |
Verify Western Regional Visit Schedule ↗
How to Send a Letter to Western Regional Jail
WV DCR now routes ordinary friends-and-family letters through a central scanning address in Phoenix, Maryland. Do not send ordinary personal letters directly to One O’Hanlon Place unless WV DCR specifically instructs you to do so.
Inmate First and Last Name + OID Number Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility PO Box 336 Phoenix, MD 21131WV DCR Personal-Mail Rules
- Use the inmate’s full first and last name.
- Include the correct OID number.
- Write the full facility name; do not abbreviate it.
- Include the sender’s full first and last name and complete return address.
- Do not use initials instead of the sender’s full name.
- Only handwritten or typed letters are accepted for scanning through this route.
- Send mail to only one offender per envelope.
Do Not Put These in the Envelope
- Photographs.
- Attachments.
- Enclosures.
- Material intended for multiple inmates.
Open Official WV DCR Mail Instructions ↗
Phone Calls and Video Visits
WV DCR currently contracts with GettingOut for inmate calling and video-visit services. Account setup and available communication options can be managed through GettingOut online or its mobile app.
Use the Official DCR Vendor Route
Start from the WV DCR offender-calling page before creating or funding an account so you know you are using the current provider.
Do Not Assume Personal Calls Are Confidential
Correctional calls and video communications can be monitored or recorded under facility rules. Use the proper attorney communication route for confidential legal discussions.
How to Send Money to a WV DCR Inmate
WV DCR currently lists ConnectNetwork for deposits to inmate trust-fund accounts.
ConnectNetwork Website
Use the official ConnectNetwork deposit route linked by WV DCR. Confirm the inmate and facility before submitting payment.
888-988-4768
WV DCR currently lists 888-988-4768 as its offender-banking phone option.
ConnectNetwork App
WV DCR also identifies the official ConnectNetwork mobile app as a deposit method.
Before Sending Money
- Confirm the person is still in WV DCR custody.
- Confirm the facility is still Western Regional Jail.
- Match the correct legal name and offender identifier.
- Select the intended account type.
- Review the fee before completing the transaction.
- Save the payment confirmation or receipt.
- Avoid unsolicited social-media or private-message payment requests.
Open Official WV DCR Banking Guide ↗
West Virginia VINE Custody Notifications
West Virginia DCR provides Victim Information and Notification Everyday, or VINE, for custody information and automatic status notifications.
1-866-WV4-VINE
Call 1-866-984-8463 to obtain available WV DCR custody-status information or register for telephone notification.
VINELink Notifications
WV DCR also permits email registration through VINELink for supported custody-status changes.
Read Official WV VINE Guidance ↗
What if the Person Leaves Western Regional Jail?
WV DCR Prison Search
If sentencing or transfer places the person in West Virginia prison custody or active DCR supervision, use the separate prison search rather than the regional-jail search.
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Use the BOP Inmate Locator when federal prison custody applies. Federal pretrial custody can require additional court or U.S. Marshals verification.
ICE Online Detainee Locator
Immigration detention is separate from West Virginia regional-jail, state-prison and federal BOP custody.
Urgent Safety Concerns and PREA
West Virginia DCR maintains Prison Rape Elimination Act resources and facility-specific PREA audit information. Western Regional Jail has a current PREA audit listed by WV DCR.
Contact the Facility
If you receive credible information about immediate abuse, sexual assault, self-harm or another serious safety threat, do not wait for ordinary mail or a routine visit. Contact facility staff or the appropriate emergency authority.
WV DCR PREA Information
Use the state’s PREA resources for correctional sexual-abuse reporting information, policies and published facility audit reports.
Official Western Regional Jail Action Directory
Use for current West Virginia regional-jail custody.
Open Jail Search ↗Use for recent admissions by county or institution.
Check Daily List ↗Address, phone, counties served and current non-contact visitation schedule.
Facility Page ↗Search public magistrate case information by name or case number.
Search Cases ↗Confirm appointment days, call-in windows and available time slots.
Visit Rules ↗Use the Phoenix scanning address and correct OID/facility format.
Mail Rules ↗Use for prison, parole or other active state DCR supervision.
Prison Search ↗Related West Virginia Inmate Search Guides
- West Virginia Jail Inmate Search & Regional Jail Roster Guide
- North Central Regional Jail Inmate Search
- Southern Regional Jail Inmate Search
- Federal Jail Inmate Search & BOP Locator
Western Regional Jail Inmate Search FAQs
What is the official Western Regional Jail inmate search?
Use West Virginia DCR’s statewide Offender Search for Jails. Search by the person’s legal name and confirm that the institution shown is Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility.
Where is Western Regional Jail located?
Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility is at One O’Hanlon Place, Barboursville, WV 25504 in Cabell County. The main facility phone is 304-733-6821.
Which counties does Western Regional Jail serve?
WV DCR lists Cabell, Lincoln, Mason, Putnam and Wayne counties. A person may therefore be housed in Cabell County while the criminal case is controlled by another county served by Western.
How do I find someone who was arrested today?
Check both Offender Search for Jails and the Daily Incarcerations tool. A very recent arrest may still be moving through transport, intake, fingerprinting or other booking processes.
Does a Western Regional Jail listing prove someone was convicted?
No. A jail booking, charge listing or mugshot does not establish guilt or conviction. Use the West Virginia Judiciary record for the filed case and later disposition.
How do I schedule a visit at Western Regional Jail?
There is no walk-in non-contact visitation. Call 304-733-6850 on the designated scheduling day between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. until slots are filled. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday have published visit time slots.
Where do I send a letter to a Western Regional Jail inmate?
Ordinary friends-and-family letters go to the WV DCR scanning center: inmate first and last name plus OID number, full facility name, PO Box 336, Phoenix, MD 21131. The sender must include a full first and last name and complete return address.
Can I send photographs in a Western Regional Jail letter?
No. WV DCR’s current personal-mail instructions say photographs are not allowed in the envelope and mail containing photographs will be returned to the sender.
How do I send money to someone at Western Regional Jail?
WV DCR currently lists ConnectNetwork for offender trust-fund deposits by web, mobile app or phone at 888-988-4768. Confirm the correct inmate and account type before paying.
How do I check bond or court information?
Use West Virginia Judiciary’s court-record access and the magistrate or circuit court in the charging county. Western Regional serves five counties, so the correct court is not automatically Cabell County merely because the jail is located there.
Final Western Regional Jail Verification Checklist
- Use WV DCR’s official jail offender search.
- Start with at least the first three letters of the legal last name.
- Confirm the institution is Western Regional Jail.
- Match more than a name or mugshot.
- Save the offender ID when shown.
- Identify the charging county before researching the court case.
- Use Daily Incarcerations for very recent admissions.
- Check court records separately from the jail record.
- Verify bond type and every other hold before paying.
- Call for a Western Regional visit appointment; do not walk in.
- Use the Phoenix, Maryland scanning address for ordinary personal letters.
- Do not include photographs or enclosures with scanned personal mail.
- Use GettingOut for current WV DCR calling/video services.
- Use ConnectNetwork for WV DCR trust-fund deposits.
- Consider VINE when ongoing custody alerts are useful.
- Switch to the WV prison search after a confirmed state-prison transfer.
- Never treat an arrest, booking record or charge as proof of guilt.
Official Sources Reviewed
- WV DCR — Offender Search Hub
- WV DCR — Offender Search (Jails)
- WV DCR — Daily Incarcerations
- WV DCR — Offender Search (Prisons)
- WV DCR — Western Regional Jail and Correctional Facility
- WV DCR — Sending Letters to an Inmate
- WV DCR — Offender Banking
- WV DCR — Offender Calling and Video Visits
- WV DCR — VINE
- WV DCR — PREA Resources
- West Virginia Judiciary — Court Record Access
- West Virginia Judiciary — Magistrate Record Search Information
- West Virginia Magistrate Case Record Search
- West Virginia Judiciary — Magistrate Criminal Procedure Rules
- West Virginia Judiciary — Cabell County Court Information