Send Photos & Mail at Caroline Detention Facility, VA

How to send messages, photos, and packages

Overview

Video visitation at Caroline Detention Facility runs through HomeWAV. Create an account and connect using a computer or internet-enabled device—sessions are limited to 20 minutes. HomeWAV sets and processes all fees, not the facility. Detainees also have access to in-cell tablets and virtual visitation through gettingout.com. Attorneys can schedule legal visits by emailing legal.coordinator@carolinedf.org. For in-person visits, bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Since video and tablet services are vendor-run, handle setup, verification, billing, and device requirements through the provider before your first visit.

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Quick Facts

  • HomeWAV provides the facility's video visits, which require an account and an internet-enabled device and are limited to 20 minutes.
  • Fees for HomeWAV video visits are set and processed by HomeWAV; CDF does not collect those charges.
  • Detainees at CDF have access to tablets and virtual visitation via gettingout.com.
  • To schedule an attorney visit appointment, email legal.coordinator@carolinedf.org.
  • (Detainee Name & Number) Caroline Detention Facility P.O. Box 1460 Bowling Green, VA 22427 is the mailing address listed for detainee correspondence.

Common Questions

How do I set up a video visit with someone at Caroline Detention Facility?

Create a HomeWAV account and connect using a computer or internet-enabled device. Sessions are limited to 20 minutes. For billing or technical issues, contact HomeWAV directly—not the facility.

Can detainees at Caroline Detention Facility receive messages or use tablets?

Yes. CDF lists detainee access to tablets and virtual visitation through gettingout.com. Features and any costs are controlled by the tablet vendor.

What identification do visitors need for visits at Caroline Detention Facility?

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. You’ll need it to enter and register for visits at the facility.

What address do I use to mail an inmate at Caroline Detention Facility?

Use: (Detainee Name & Number) Caroline Detention Facility P.O. Box 1460 Bowling Green, VA 22427.

How should I address letters to an inmate (name, ID, return address)?

Write the inmate’s full name and official ID number clearly on every piece of mail. Include your full physical return address so it can be returned if it’s not deliverable.

Can I send packages, cash, or many photos in letters to an inmate?

Packages and parcel deliveries are commonly not accepted and are usually returned to sender. Cash and personal checks inside letters are commonly prohibited, and processing centers often limit photo size and how many photos you can include.

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