Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center

Physical Address
141 Fort Collier RdWinchester, VA, 22603

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At a Glance

Visitation

  • All family and friend visits are conducted via the facility’s video visitation system with on-site and off-site on-demand options.
  • On-site visiting hours effective 7/7/2025 are Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–11:00 AM and 2:00 PM–3:15 PM; weekends are closed.
  • Visitors must be on the inmate’s approved visitor list before being permitted to visit.

Communication

  • Inmate tablets at Northwestern offer paid features (games, movies, music, video visits, phone calls, messaging) that require money added online.
  • Two Inmate Banker kiosks in the main lobby are available 24/7 to add money to phone numbers or commissary accounts.
  • Off-site video visitation is available by registering an account with the vendor (registration at the vendor site is required).

Sending Money

  • Cash found on an inmate at intake is deposited into that inmate’s individual account; cards and checks are kept as personal property.
  • Two Inmate Banker kiosks in the main lobby are available 24/7 and accept cash or cards to add money to phone or commissary accounts.
  • Mail money orders via USPS to: Inmate Name, 141 Fort Collier Road, Winchester, Virginia 22603, and include the sender name/address plus the inmate’s full name.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

All family and friend visits at Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center happen through video visitation, with both on-site and off-site on-demand options. The on-site schedule (effective 7/7/2025) runs weekday mornings from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekday afternoons from 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM. No on-site visitation is available on Saturdays or Sundays, and visitors won't be admitted after the posted cutoff times. Off-site video visits are available daily through www.gettingout.com, where you'll need to register an account. On-site visits can last up to 30 minutes, while off-site on-demand visits are capped at 15 minutes. You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list and bring a current photo ID. Minors under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old. Group-size limits, dress code rules, locker policies, and restrictions on recording and contraband all apply.

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Communication

Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center issues inmate tablets that include both free and paid features. Paid services (games, movies, music, video visits, phone calls, and messaging) draw from tablet funds, so you'll need to add money online to use them. Prefer to pay in person? Two Inmate Banker kiosks in the main lobby accept cash or cards and are available 24/7 for adding money to phone numbers or commissary accounts. Video visitation is available both on-site and off-site. For off-site visits, you'll need to register an account with the approved vendor, complete identity verification, and use an internet-enabled device. If you run into technical or billing issues with remote services or electronic funding, contact the vendor directly rather than facility staff.

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Sending Money

When someone is booked into Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center, any cash found on them at intake goes into their individual inmate account. Cards and checks are held in personal property and won't be deposited. To add funds yourself, you have a few options. Two Inmate Banker kiosks in the main lobby are available 24/7 and accept cash or cards for funding phone numbers or commissary accounts. You can also deposit online at connectnetwork.com (choose NW Regional VA – Adult Detention, site ID 7). Another option is mailing a U.S. Postal Service money order to Inmate Name, 141 Fort Collier Road, Winchester, VA 22603. Include your name, return address, and the inmate's full name. Release checks can be picked up Monday through Friday during posted hours with a photo ID.

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Common Questions

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How do I get on an inmate’s approved visitor list at Northwestern Detention Center?

You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list before visiting. To get added, submit a visitor application and background authorization through the facility, then wait for approval.

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What ID and age rules apply to visitors at Northwestern Detention Center?

Bring a valid state driver’s license or other current photo identification. Visitors must be 18 or older, and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21 years old.

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How many people can visit at once, and how long are visits?

Groups are limited to either 2 adults and 1 child, or 1 adult and 2 children at one time. On-site visits can last up to 30 minutes, while off-site on-demand visits are capped at 15 minutes. Off-site video visits are available daily through www.gettingout.com, where you'll need to register an account.

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How do I add money to an inmate's tablet or account at Northwestern?

Paid tablet features require money added online. You can also add funds in person at the two Inmate Banker kiosks in the main lobby, which accept cash or cards and are available 24/7.

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Can I do a video visit with an inmate at Northwestern from home?

Yes. Northwestern supports both on-site and off-site video visitation. For off-site visits, you'll need to register a vendor account and complete identity verification before you can schedule or start a visit.

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How long are on-site and off-site video visits at Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center?

On-site video visits can last up to 30 minutes. Off-site on-demand visits are limited to 15 minutes.

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Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center in Virginia uses a video-only visitation system. You can visit using on-site video stations at the facility or connect remotely through the center's off-site, on-demand video service. Before your first visit, check the facility's instructions for setting up a video visit and any requirements for using the system.

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