Wallens Ridge State Prison Inmate Search and Prison Information
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Wallens Ridge State Prison is a state prison located in Big Stone, Virginia (Wise County). It is a level 4 and 5 security prison and is home to Virginia’s death row.
The capacity of Wallens Ridge State Prison is 1200 inmates. In 2016, all inmates were male and were between the age range of 18 and 84. Custody levels range from minimum to restrictive housing, with the majority of inmates at levels of “close” and “maximum.”
Loved ones can stay updated on visitation and mail rules so that they can stay connected with their inmate.
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Wallens Ridge State Prison Prison Information
Jail Name | Wallens Ridge State Prison |
Jail Type | State Prison |
Authority: | Virginia State Department of Corrections |
Location | 272 Dogwood Drive PO Box 759, Big Stone, VA, 24219 |
Contact Numbers | 276-523-3310 |
City | Big Stone |
Postal Code | 24219 |
State | Virginia |
County | Wise County |
Jail Webpage | website |
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Inmate Search
The Virginia State Department of Corrections website hosts an inmate search database through which an inmate can be located. You can search for an inmate by entering either their offender ID number or their full last name and first name (or the first two letters of the first name.)
Sending a Mail
At Wallens Ridge State Prison and other facilities at security level 2 or higher, all letters will be photocopied, and these copies will be delivered to inmates. A maximum of three 8 ½ x 11-inch pages (front and back) of each mailing will be delivered. Any additional items, such as cash, checks, postage stamps, or prepaid envelopes will be discarded.
All mail should be addressed as such:
Inmate's full name
Inmate's state identification number (7 digits)
Name of Facility or Institution
Address and Zip Code
Address:
Wallens Ridge State Prison
272 Dogwood Drive
PO Box 759, Big Stone, VA, 24219
276-523-3310
Sending Money
The Virginia State Department of Corrections directs family and friends to deposit funds into an inmate’s account through Jpay. Cash, checks, and money orders should not be mailed to the facility. Funds can be deposited in person at the facility as well. Be aware that a percentage of all funds transferred to an inmate will go to paying legal fees if they exist.
Phone Calls
Inmates at Wallens Ridge State Prison are allowed to make calls through the system. Calls can only be made if there is money in the inmate’s account. Family and friends should create an account to deposit the funds, as well as receive calls from the inmate. An inmate must put those they wish to call on an approved caller list, so make sure that your inmate has the phone numbers of all they wish to keep in touch with.
Be aware that calls will be monitored by Wallens Ridge State Prison staff.
Visiting Rules
Visitations at Wallens Ridge State Prison are allowed on Saturdays, Sundays and state holidays. Visitors should contact the administration at 276-523-3310 for more details on visitation schedules for each offender.
A dress code is required, instructing that visitors be covered from the neck to knees with clothing that is not see-through, revealing, or contains offensive symbols or words. Watches and wearable technology devices are not allowed (i.e. Apple watches).
All new visitors or visitors renewing their application must apply online before visiting an inmate. In-state applications should allow for at least 30 days processing. Visitors are allowed to visit multiple offenders if they are immediate family. Non-immediate visitors (fiance, girl/boyfriend, friend, neighbor, and non-immediate family members) can visit one offender.
Visitation Hours
Sunday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
Monday | – |
Tuesday | – |
Wednesday | – |
Thursday | – |
Friday | – |
Saturday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
Holiday | – |
Directions
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