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Who to Call When You Have Questions About an Inmate at Alexandria Detention Center

Need a quick answer about custody status, visitation, property, or an emergency message? Here are the Alexandria Detention Center phone numbers that match the most common situations.

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Who to Call When You Have Questions About an Inmate at Alexandria Detention Center

To check on someone's charges, bond amount, or upcoming court date, call 703.746.5000 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. This main line is your best bet during the day for confirming what someone is being held on and what's next on their case schedule.

After 6 p.m., try the alternate number: 703.746.5050.

Who to Call When You Have Questions About an Inmate at Alexandria Detention Center

For general Detention Center information any time - day or night - call 703.746.4099. This line is available 24 hours (Virginia Relay 711) and works for time-sensitive situations when you need to reach staff outside regular hours.

Note: Inmates cannot receive incoming phone calls. For verifiable emergencies, you can leave a message for an inmate by calling 703.746.4099.

For visitation questions and information, call 703.746.5044.

For questions about acceptance of items for inmates, call the Detention Center at 703.746.5043.

Need a mailing address? Use the one that matches what you're trying to reach. Administration: Alexandria Sheriff's Office, 2003 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22314. Courthouse: Alexandria Sheriff's Office, 520 King Street, Suite 308, Alexandria, VA 22314. Detention Center: Alexandria Detention Center, 2001 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22314.

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