Bonding Information

A person arrested for a crime in the city is taken to the Newport News City Jail for processing, referred to as booking.   Part of that process requires the person to appear before a judicial officer, usually the magistrate, for a probable cause hearing and a bail bond hearing. 

In lieu of an arrest, you may surrender to the jail 24/7.  To do so, go to the receptionist window no the first floor of the Newport News City Jail, which is located at 224 26^th Street in downtown.   

If you are turning yourself in for an arrest warrant, please bring a photo ID if you own one. 

If you are surrendering as part of delayed sentencing, you must bring a photo ID and your court sentencing paperwork. 

For all persons surrendering to the jail, do not bring personal belongings other than ID and cash. 

The magistrate, based upon §19.2-121 Code of Virginia, determines whether an individual will appear for court proceedings.  The magistrate may decide to release the person on a secured bond, an unsecured bond or a promise to appear.  If bail is granted, the person or a family member may choose to contact a bail bondsman or bond company.   

Note that the Newport News Sheriff’s Office does not provide recommendations.