Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) – Hopewell, VA

Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) is located in Riverside Regional Area and is the main correctional facility for the area. Are you looking for someone in jail at Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ)? This site will tell you all about anything you might need to know about Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ),such as: Learn how to locate an inmate. Find mugshots. The jail’s phone number and address. Bail and how to get out of jail. Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) intake procedures. Court information and records. And everything else.

The thought of going to jail is a daunting and scary thought, not only for the person who gets locked up, but also that person’s family and friends. The purpose of this guide is to give you all the information and tips that you’ll need to make helping someone get out of jail easier. If you have specific questions, just ask it, and also any feedback or comments that would help other people in the same situation will be much appreciated.

Do you have a family member, loved one, or friend in jail and want to contact them?

Has somebody that’s been arrested and you need to locate them?

In order to search who is in jail at Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) you need to click on their link and perform an inmate lookup.

The Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) Inmate Search is a list of people who have been arrested and are in jail, which includes custody status, bail amount, and times you can visit. Also, you are able to get the same information on anybody booked or discharged within the last 24 hours. Jail inmates are listed in alphabetical order by last name. You’ll be able to locate their arrest information faster if you’ve got their full name, date of birth, or inmate ID Number.

If the inmate you are looking for may be incarcerated at a different jail you should look here, too: List of all jails in Virginia

A mugshot, or intake photograph, is the photo taken by the police during jail intake processing. A mugshot is make of one and a profile photo. Your full name and booking number will be in the pictures, and they’re on file at the jail.

Mugshots of Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) inmates can be searched on the website, or you can view them at the Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ). When you search for mugshots online you have to put in the inmate’s legal name, and a booking date, if you have it.

Are you trying to get your mugshot removed from the Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) site? This may not be possible, as your mugshot is public record. To get your mugshot removed you have to file a Petition to Expunge with the court. This means that the record of your arrest will be sealed, so no one will be able to access them. It is difficult to do this, and you will most likely need the services of a lawyer.

Read our in-depth tutorial about getting your mugshot removed, the many different websites with mugshots, and the mugshot removal services: How To Get Your Mugshot Removed

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Naturally, once you are locked up, your only thought is about when and how you will get out. After you’ve gone through booking, your bail amount will be set by a special judge called a magistrate. If you don’t get a bail set this may mean that you will either be released on your ‘own recognizance’ until your court date, or you are kept in jail until your court date.

If you are released you must promise to show up for court, and you will not be permitted to leave the county.

Usually, inmates can earn an early release in exchange for good behavior if they don’t break the rules and area a good inmate while they are in jail.

If you follow the rules, you might be allowed to do work release. You will have to stay the jail every day after work, or you could have the chance to move into a halfway house instead of living at the jail.

Your bail is how much money that you are required to pay to get out of jail pending trial. The amount you will be required to pay depends on what crime you are charged with and how serious it is. Someone you know will need to post 10 percent of the total that was determined in order to get discharged from jail. If you don’t go to your court date, the person that bailed you out of jail won’t get their money back.

In order to find out how much someone’s bail is, you will need to call the Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) or the County Courthouse. If you have all the pertinent information, like name, address and date of birth, they’ll let you know what their bail is set at. You can also see the bail amount on the jail website.

Bailing out of jail is never fun, but most of the time, it’s really easy. To start with, you need to know if they have a “Cash Bond Only”. If this is the case, you will not be able to use the services of a Bail Bondsman. Bail can only be paid by cash – the jail will not take checks. As soon as you’ve posted (paid) bond, the inmate will be released into your care. If they don’t violate the terms of their bail, you’ll get your money back.

If the bail amount is too high, or you just don’t have the money, you might need to use a bail bondsman. Bondsmen usually charge you a fee of 10 to 15 percent of total bail, and usually with a minimum of $100. The money you pay to the bail bondsman is non-refundable and must be paid in cash. If the bail is extremely high, the bondsman may use your personal assets as collateral.

If you need a local bail bondsman click here: How to find a bail bondsman

Have you ever had to use a bail bondsman either for yourself, a family member or friend? If so, please leave a comment below and tell about your experience and let us know how it worked out.

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• Time Off For Good Behavior
• Get Out on Work Release
• Time Served
• Pre-Trial Release Programs
• House Arrest
• Own Recognizance

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The intake process takes you through each of the following steps:

• You will be placed in a holding cell. When the jail is busy, you will have to wait, sometimes for many hours, before you get processed.
• The first step is that you will answer some basic questions, such as your full name, street address, date of birth and an emergency contact.
• Also, you will also be asked about your medical and psychological history.
• You will be given an inmate ID.
• You will be fingerprinted.
• You will have your mugshot taken.
• All personal property will be taken from you and stored until you are released.
• You will be allowed to make a telephone call to get in touch with a family member, friend, or bail bondsman.
• If you are expected to be released shortly, you might get to keep wearing your own clothes, but if you are not expected to make bail quickly you will have to wear a jail uniform.

Have you been arrested and gone through jail intake? If you have, you should tell your story so other people can learn from your experience. How long did it take? How did the guards treat you? Do you know any things that could help other people make it through the procedure?

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Once you are able to post bail, you will get released from jail. Getting discharged from jail takes anywhere from 10 minutes to all day. Or, simply, the faster you can pay your bail, the sooner you will be freed. Also, it will depend on whether you have a cash bond or if a judge must figure out the amount of bail to be set. For minor offenses, you will get booked and get released without having to post bail. When you have completed your jail sentence and have a date of your release, plan to be discharged anywhere between the hours of 9am and 12pm.

In the event there is a, or if you must report to start a sentence, it is recommended that you follow the law and go down to the jail and turn yourself in. If it is for a warrant, report to the jail processing area, and tell the intake officer that you think there may be a warrant for your arrest. The officer will verify that you have an outstanding arrest warrant, and if you do, they will take you into custody and begin the intake process. If it is for a jail sentence, go down to the jail at the exact time and date that the sentence order lists. Be sure that you are not late to report. Only bring approved items with you, like a driver’s license or even your ID, any prescription medication you might take, along with your doctor’s prescription, and a sentencing order.

The inmate have to provide each visitor’s full name to the jail in advance of the visit. Your visitor’s names will be entered in the visitors log as an Authorized visit. Every visitor is required to provide identification. Visitors that gets to visitation or that is not an approved visitor will not be allowed to visit the inmate.
Jail visitation policies are always changing, so we suggest that you double-check the jail site before you try to go to visitation.

The only phone calls that inmates are allowed to make are collect calls or through a pre-paid phone account. Phone calls made in jail are generally more expensive than phone calls made at home. There is no limit to when you can make phone calls, how long you can talk, and how often you can make calls, but bear in mind that a long line can form at the phones, because everyone wants to use the phone, too. If you break the jail rules, an inmate’s ability to use the phone might get cut back or totally denied.

Phone Number: 804-524-6600

Any mail that you send to an inmate is required to be mailed using the actual US Postal Service. You cannot use any other form of mail delivery. You have to print the inmate’s name, inmate number, and jail address on the letter that you send. Do not mail anything in a package, envelope with padding, plastic or paper bag, or an envelope with metal in it. All mail sent to inmates gets opened and inspected and read by staff, and will be sent back if it can’t be delivered.

The mailing address for Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) is:

Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ)
1000 River Road
Hopewell, VA 23860

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ)
1000 River Road
Hopewell, VA 23860

The inmate mail policy at Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) changes often, so you should check the official Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) site before you send a letter to an inmate there.

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If you get arrested, you have particular rights, the most important of which is your right to request a lawyer. You won’t get many phone calls in jail, so it is important to have a friend or relative find a lawyer when you call. You might be thinking ‘why do I need a lawyer?’ You are not required to have an attorney for some criminal charges, a criminal lawyer can advise you of your rights, help protect your interests and help you understand the criminal justice system in your county. The sooner you get a lawyer involved with your charges, the better your chances.

For more info on how to find an attorney, click here: How to Find a Lawyer

If you are in trouble, but can’t afford an attorney, you will be assigned a public defender. Also, the Public Defender’s Office is staffed by independent investigators, crime scene and forensics experts as well as case workers. You should be reassured that Public Defenders are bona-fide attorneys that are admitted to the State Bar and are licensed to practice law.

Have you ever had to use the services of a Public Defender? Do you think that they did a good job of defending you?

Court records are public records and are available upon request. Court records contain a case file containing a sheet called a docket sheet and all of the documents that have been filed in the case. You, and anyone else, can access court records using the internet service, or at the Riverside Regional Area Clerk of Court.

The Riverside Regional Area Clerk of Court is an official part of the court that maintains court records and controls access to them. They also administer the oath for anyone testifying in court, and read the court verdict when the jury has finished deliberations. All records and documents associated with your court case are maintained at Clerk of Court’s office.

Court fees are the charges from your case, which include filing charges, motion and claim fees, and court appearance fees. If you can’t afford to pay these fees and have been assigned a Public Defender, you may not have to pay the fees.

The magistrate is the person that will preside on your court case. Magistrates are judges that do a number of different things, like determining how much your bail will be, writing arrest warrants, and overseeing preliminary and procedural court proceedings and detention proceedings.

Your pre-sentencing report is completed with background information and information about the arrestee’s life, which the magistrate judge will take into consideration when determining a sentence. Information, details, and character witnesses will be solicited from the defendant, the defendant’s family, and in some circumstances the victim of the crime. Remember that you can ask to have a copy of the pre-sentencing report before sentencing, so you get the chance to correct any mistakes that it contains.

When you are convicted of a crime, you will be given a sentence for your crime. The presiding judge in your case will weigh several options when determining your sentence, including community service, house arrest, and probation, to incarceration in either jail (short term) or prison (long term). Depending on the particulars of your trial, the severity of your crime, and any sentencing guidelines that they judge will use, you will either be immediately taken into custody, or you could get a date that you must to surrender and report to jail to serve your jail time according to your sentence.

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Do you want to find out if a family member or friend is incarcerated, or has ever been locked up?

To find this out just visit the Riverside Regional Area jail website and do an inmate search lookup, and search by:

• The inmate’s name.
• Birth date.
• Their booking date if you know it.
• or jail ID.

If you’re not sure if this person is in jail or not, you should call the jail get confirmation.

If you have a warrant out for your arrest, you can find out by checking the arrest warrants on the Riverside Regional Area court website or you are able to call the court. You have to have their first and last name. You can also go to the local jail and ask them. Bear in mind that if there is a warrant for your arrest, they will take you into custody immediately.

If you have a first and last name, as well as the date of their arrest, contact the jail, by phone, go there in person, or check online. Arrest records are public record and the information is available to anyone.

Civil processes are when you get served with legal papers, like , subpoenas, and arrest warrants. You can find these civil process orders by going to the Sheriff’s office, online or by phone.

All people registered as sex offenders have to be registered on the sex offender databases required by the area they live in. Those listed on these databases have been convicted of a sex offense. You are able to view these listings online, but remember that you will not get the actual address, rather the block they live on.

Court Records are public records and available to anyone. These records include a case file containing a docket and all of the filings and documents filed in your court case. You can access the court records via the internet service ‘Public Access to Court Electronic Records’, or at the Riverside Regional Area Clerk of Court in the jurisdiction where the case was filed.

Every state keeps a record of people’s criminal background. These online databases are linked together and you can track criminal convictions from another state. You can go to the Riverside Regional Area Courthouse and inquire, or check online. It helps to know the county, and in the event that the crime was in a completely different state, you might have to pay for a more comprehensive search.

When you look up a person’s criminal records you will find out if a person has ever been arrested, charged or convicted for crimes, which include:

• Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
• Drug offenses such as possession or trafficking.
• Kidnapping.
• Sexual offenses including rape, assault.
• Violent crimes.
• Theft.

But, when you do a criminal records check, you won’t see if someone has had any infractions like moving violations:

• Tickets for speeding.
• Lost their driver’s license or license revoked or suspended.
• Been in a traffic accident.
• Minor infractions or moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To find this kind of information, you have to do a search for their driving record.

Have you ever tried to search for someone’s criminal records? Was it an easy process? Did you do your search online or did you have to make a phone call to the local courthouse? Did you get information that was correct? There are plenty of reasons that people look up criminal records, and your feedback may help other people that are in the same situation.

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Most Wanted

The FBI keeps a list of the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives. In Riverside Regional Area, the Sheriff has a list of most wanted criminals, too.

FBI Top Ten Most Wanted List


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

Everyone knows that being incarcerated in Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) is something you wish you could avoid, you will soon become accustomed to the daily routine there. All inmates get an alarm for wake-up every morning at six in the morning, and then roll call. Next, you will have breakfast. When you finish breakfast you will be required to work in the work program that you’ve been assigned to. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ), your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The procedure to send funds to inmates at Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ) changes, so we suggest that you visit the official website when you send funds to an inmate there.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ)

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ), overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

Apply for a Job at Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ)

Requirements:

• You have to be over the age of 21.
• You have to possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You have to be a US Citizen.
• You have to pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You have to pass a drug test.
• You have to have a good level of fitness.
• You have to be in good health.
• You have to have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• You have the right to protection from the accused.
• You have the right to notification.
• You have the right to attend proceedings.
• You have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• You have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• You have the right to restitution.
• You have the right to a speedy trial.
• You have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever spent any time in Riverside Regional Jail (RRJ)? Do you know anybody there? Have you ever been to visit a prisoner at this jail?

If your answer is yes, then please write a review about it. Write about your jail experience because others will know what to expect.

What to include in what you write:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail, yard and pod facility and layout
• Guards and jail staff
• Commissary and food
• Visitation Days
• Inmates.
• Inmate safety
• Gang activity
• Inmate activities and programs


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Tell Your Story

Anyone who’s been in jail has a story to tell. How’d you end up in jail? Were you mistreated? What was it like in jail? Tell us about the other inmates. How has this experience impacted your life?

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