Motto

Soaring to achieve excellence through teamwork!

Mission

Piedmont Regional Jail employees shall ensure offenders are treated in a humane and respectful manner at all times while modeling positive behaviors. We shall maintain a safe, secure, sanitary and healthy environment. Provide opportunities for staff personal and professional growth. Offenders will be encouraged to participate in evidence-based programs, educational classes and reentry services that will aid in the reduction of recidivism. Piedmont Regional Jail shall comply with Board of Corrections Standards, local, state and federal laws while ensuring fiscal responsibility.

Vision

Piedmont Regional Jail will strive to become the trendsetter in innovation by implementing new initiatives in jail operations. We will ensure all voices are heard in the decision-making process. Provide programs for offenders that are based on research proven to produce positive outcomes. Piedmont Regional Jail shall be a workplace where all employees feel safe and supported while fostering teamwork which will create a rewarding environment for all.

Superintendent Jerry R. Townsend

Superintendent

Townsend

Board Chair - Tracy Gee

Gee[191640]

VICE Board Chair - Douglas P. Stanley

Douglas P. Stanley

Get to Know Piedmont Regional Jail

Welcome to the website of Piedmont Regional Jail. The Piedmont Regional Jail is a minimum- to high-security facility located in Farmville, Virginia serving Amelia, Buckingham, Cumberland, Lunenburg, Nottoway, and Prince Edward counties.

We have designed this site to make it easy for you to find the information you need. Our navigation menu makes it simple to find information including visitor information, jail policies, offender lookup, employment information, latest news and more.

Our facility is dedicated to providing safety, security, and order for offenders, visitors, and staff. It is our privilege and honor to provide our community with these services. If you have questions, contact us at (434) 392-1601.

News & Press Releases

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority K9 Kendy to get Donation of Body Armor

April 9, 2025

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority, VA, K9 Kendy will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Kendy’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love- Trained to Serve- Loyal Always”. Delivery […]

Celebrating Excellence: Jordan Lee Receives Prestigious Academic Award at Basic Jailors Academy

April 2, 2025

Lynchburg, VA — The Basic Jailors Academy recently celebrated a remarkable achievement as Jordan Lee, a standout student and Piedmont employee, was honored with the prestigious Academic Award. This accolade is not only a testament to Lee’s hard work and dedication but also a significant milestone in the realm of law enforcement training. The Academic […]

Welcome New K-9 Kendy

March 25, 2025

K-9 Kendy is a 3-year-old Dutch Shepherd who was born in the Czech Republic. He is certified in Tracking and Narcotics and has been assigned to work with Officer Arthur with the Piedmont Regional Jail Authority in Farmville, Virginia. Kendy is the second K-9 to work with Officer Arthur after his previous K-9, Badger, retired […]

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