WELCOME TO THE HAMPTON SHERIFFS OFFICE B J

WELCOME TO THE HAMPTON SHERIFF`S OFFICE B. J. Roberts, Sheriff City of Hampton

About Sheriff Roberts attended the Thomas Nelson Regional Police Academy in 1972 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from Hampton University in 1986. His law enforcement career as a patrolman on the Newport News Police Force. He then launched a 19 -year career with Hampton University’s Campus Police, where he moved through the ranks to become the Director of Police and Public Safety until 1992, at which time he was elected the first African -American constitutional officer and Sheriff for the City of Hampton. Because of his experience and expertise in the criminal justice field, Sheriff Roberts has been elected or appointed to serve on numerous corrections/criminal justice related boards. Sheriff Roberts is committed to involvement in the community. He is a proud member of the following: Wythe Exchange Club of America Alternatives Inc. (Board Member) National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Kenneth Wallace Neighborhood Resource Center Salvation Army (Peninsula Command) Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

Our Mission We the members of the Hampton Sheriff’s Office are committed to safeguarding the public’s trust, by promoting positive community relations to the people of Hampton. We strive to enhance the quality of life for citizens by upholding the Constitution of the United States and the laws of the State of Virginia. Our mission is to safely and securely maintain all city correctional facilities, ensuring care and custody of inmates, provide inmate programs to reduce recidivism, to ensure the safe and secure operation of all courts, and to guarantee timely and accurate service of civil and criminal warrants. We are committed to this mission, by rendering our service to protect the lives, rights, and property of all citizens in a courteous professional manner. We pledge to be “Committed to Excellence!”

About the Office of the Sheriff The Office of the Sheriff is one of the oldest and most renowned of all state law enforcement organizations in America, and is a carryover from the British form of county administration. The first oath of Sheriff in the New World dates back to 1634 in Northampton County, Virginia, and the earliest recorded Sheriff in Hampton was appointed in 1645. The history of the Sheriff has paralleled that of our country in its long and courageous defense of the principles of law and justice, and they remain an integral part of today’s state law enforcement structure. Constitutionally elected, todays sheriffs are responsible for the operation of jails and play major roles in supporting the state courts. The Office is composed of Deputies and civilian personnel in three major divisions Administration, Court Services, and Corrections. We maintain the custody, care, control and movement of inmates; serve civil and criminal processes and court orders; maintain security for court facilities, judges, jurors and other trial participants; and seize and dispose of property under court order. We are a Nationally Accredited “Triple Crowned Agency” Accredited by the following: American Correctional Association (ACA) Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC)

Our Facilities: Hampton Correctional Facility (HCF) The general construction of the Hampton Correctional Facility, built in 1962, is of a maximum security design, or inside cell construction. This type of construction positions the cells in the center of a housing area, back-to-back, separated by a common pipe chase where plumbing can be attended to without entering the cells. A day room area is positioned in front of the cells.

Our Facilities: Hampton Community Corrections Center (HCCC) The Hampton Community Corrections Center (Annex) is a state-of-the-art facility. While some areas of the 55, 000 -square-foot former warehouse are similar to other correctional facilities, 10 inmate living spaces are of an original mall design allowing one deputy to have a clear and unobstructed view of three or four dormitories. The surveillance is supplemented by video cameras. The corrections center is designed to house inmates with minimum security risk with relatively short-term sentences and has a capacity of 300, a four-bed clinic, on-site dental capabilities, three classrooms, a multi-purpose room, a kitchen and a laundry space large enough to service the Hampton Correctional Facility and the Hampton Community Corrections Center.

Command Staff: • • Colonel K. Bowden, Undersheriff • • B. J. Roberts, Sheriff Major S. Rich, Chief Deputy Ms. F. Simmons, Director of Administration

Visitation Guidelines and Schedule: o o o All visitors must be on the Inmate’s Visitation List Visitors must be signed in 1 hour prior to scheduled time Visits will be 30 minutes Hampton Community Corrections Center (HCCC) Hampton Correctional Facility (HCF) Hampton Correctional Facility SATURDAY • 2 F 1, 2 F 4, 2 F 5, 2 IC: 8: 30 -10: 00 a. m. • 2 R 1, 2 R 3, 2 R 4, 2 R 5: Noon-2: 00 p. m. (doors lock at 1: 00 pm) • 1 F 3, 1 F 4, 1 F 5 A, 1 F 5 B: 3: 15 -4: 00 p. m. SUNDAY • 3 F 1, 3 F 4, 3 F 5, 3 IC: 8: 30 -10: 00 a. m. • 3 R 1, 3 R 2, 3 R 3, 3 R 5: Noon-2: 00 p. m. (doors lock at 1: 00 pm) • 1 R 3, 1 R 4, 1 R 5 A, 1 R 5 B: 3: 15 -4: 00 p. m. Annex Hampton Community Corrections Center SATURDAY • CB 1 and CB 2: 8: 30 -10: 00 a. m. (doors lock at 10: 00 a. m. ) • CB 7 and CB 8: Noon-2: 00 p. m. (doors lock at 1: 00 p. m. ) SUNDAY • CB 3, CB 4, CB 5, CB 6, CBISO, MEDISO: 8: 30 -10: 00 a. m. (doors lock at 10: 00 a. m. ) • CC 1 and CC 2: Noon-2: 00 p. m. (doors lock at 1: 00 p. m. )

Visitation Schedule: Attorney Visits: Sunday– Saturday 8: 30 am – 10: 00 pm Pastoral Visits: Sunday- Saturday 8: 30 am – 11: 00 am 12: 00 pm – 4: 00 pm

Dress Code for Visitation: All parties visiting inmates in the custody of the Hampton Sheriff’s Office are required to adhere to the following guidelines: No see-through tops or bottom clothing (to include cut-out/ripped pants) Midriffs/stomachs are to be covered at all times. No halter-tops, tank-tops, spaghetti or strapless tops or muscle shirts are to be worn. Backs are to be covered at all times. No mini-skirts or short-shorts allowed No bathing suits, lingerie or pajamas allowed With religious and medical exceptions, no hats, headscarves, bandannas or handkerchiefs may be worn No bare feet or bedroom slippers. Shoes must be worn at all times. No exposed underwear No clothing with gang, obscene or vulgar wording or pictures The supervisor has the discretion to deny the visit based on the clothing of the visitor. Note: Violation will result in a refused/cancelled visit. Repeated violations will result in refused visits indefinitely. The Hampton Sheriff`s Office expects and appreciates the full cooperation of the public.

Inmate Funds, Canteen, & Telephone Accounts: To load funds onto an inmates account: • Onsite Kiosk: Only cash, debit, or credit cards can be used at the kiosk machines located in the lobby of the HCCC, located at 1928 W. Pembroke Ave, Hampton, VA 23661 or at the HCF, located at 135 High Court Lane, Hampton, VA 23669. • Online Visit: www. accesscorrections. com • Phone: 1 -866 -345 -1884 • Mail: Must be in the form of a money order. No cash or personal checks accepted. Money order must include full name of inmate and it must be signed by the purchaser. Send money order to: P. O. Box 158 Hampton, VA 23669 Inmate Telephone Account: To set up an account to receive phone calls from an inmate call: 1 -800 -844 -6591 or register online at www. securustech. net

Inmate Mail: When writing letters to an inmate, use the following example to address the envelope: Hampton City Jail (Inmate's Full Name) 135 High Court Lane Hampton, VA 23669 Hampton Community Correctional Center (Inmate's Full Name) 1928 W. Pembroke Ave. Hampton, VA 23661 Rules: • Letters must be in a standard 8 x 12 envelope • Shipped packages and bulk mail items are NOT accepted • Magazines and books are ONLY allowed if mailed directly from the distributor • Do not send inappropriate or pornographic photos. Do not place any additional items in the envelope such as stamps. Inmates may only receive softback books or magazines directly from the publisher. • Greeting cards are prohibited

Inmate Marriage and Funeral Request: Marriage: • Inmate submits written request • Specific information regarding the request is submitted to a judge and the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office for approval • If approved, the inmate and fiancée are notified • HSO does not provide a minister or Chaplain, the fiancée is responsible for that arrangement • Besides the minister, only 1 witness can attend • If purchasing a ring for an inmate diamonds/stones are not permitted Funeral : • All request regarding an inmate to visit a funeral home due to the death of an immediate family member (Mother/Father, Sister/Brother, Child or Grandparent) maybe granted upon completing an approval process. For more information, related to theses processes please call: 757 -728 -3040

Ready, Set, GO Inmate Programs: Hampton Sheriff’s Office believes in the rehabilitation of inmates. The following are few of the programs that are offered to assist inmates with educational, emotional and social growth. • GED Classes • Anger Management • Substance Abuse • Planned Parenthood • AIDS Awareness • MILK (Men Inside Loving Kids) • Inner Reflections To view our full list of all inmate programs visit our website at https: //hampton. gov. For more information related to inmate programs please call 757 -726 -6952.

Community Programs: Hampton Sheriff's Office is committed to developing positive relationships within the community. • • Youth Programs Child Identification Program (held annually) Lunch Buddies Senior Programs Senior Shopping Trips Project Life Saver TRIAD For more information regarding community programs, please call (757) 728 -2010.

Citizen Complaints & Feedback: The Hampton Sheriff`s Office is committed to safeguarding the public`s trust and promote positive community relations by treating citizens in a manner in which is courteous, helpful, and responsive. We believe integrity is the basis for community trust and we set high standards for the personal and professional conduct of all our employees. The Office recognizes that occasionally citizens may not be pleased with the service provided. We hold ourselves to high standards of moral, ethical, and professional conduct. Your cooperation helps guarantee that we consistently meet those standards. Any citizen having a question or complaint about our service in our community it is important to bring those concerns to our attention. If you wish to make a complaint about any operation of the Hampton Sheriff’s Office or employee, you have several avenues through which to register your complaint. Telephone: (757) 926 2540 or (757) 726 6954 Monday through Friday, 8: 00 a. m. to 4: 30 p. m. E Mail: srich@hampton. gov (Internal Affairs Officer) In Person: Major Steven Rich 135 High Court Lane, Hampton, VA 23669 Your complaint will be thoroughly investigated and you may be contacted for additional information if necessary. The Sheriff will review the complaint and follow the investigation to determine the appropriate disposition.

Commending Performance: If you wish to commend the actions of any employee of the Hampton Sheriff`s Office, you may ask to speak to the employee’s supervisor to verbally communicate your praise; or write a letter to the Sheriff B. J. Roberts explaining your praise. Commendations received by the Hampton Sheriff`s Office employee will be forwarded to the employee and may be included in his/her personnel record. Depending upon the nature of the commendation, the employee may be officially recognized by the Office and may be considered for other Community awards or recognition. Letters of commendation should be mailed to the following address: B. J. Roberts, Sheriff 1928 West Pembroke Avenue Hampton, Virginia 23661

The Hampton Sheriffs Office Compliance Results: • • • Department of Corrections (DOC) unannounced inspection conducted in September 2018, Passed. National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) surveyed our office in June 2016, 100% on essential standards. Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)Audit conducted in July 2017, Passed. American Correctional Association (ACA) Audit conducted in September 2018, 100% mandatory standards. The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) assessment awarded November 2017, 100% mandatory standards. “Committed to Excellence”

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Background The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) was passed by Congress and signed into law by President George W. Bush in 2003 to prevent, detect and respond to sexual abuse that occurs in confinement settings. On June 20, 2012 national standards for reducing prison rape that were developed by the National Prison Rape Elimination Commission were published by the Department of Justice (DOJ) in the Federal Register. PREA applies to adult prisons and jails, juvenile confinement facilities, lockups and community confinement facilities. Implementation of the PREA standards in combating sexual abuse in confinement facilities will be contingent upon effective agency and facility leadership, and the development of an agency's principles prioritizing efforts to combat sexual abuse. The Hampton Sheriff’s Office (HSO) has a zero tolerance for any incidence of rape, sexual assault or sexual misconduct and complies with applicable components of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003.

The Hampton Sheriff`s Office 2019 Statistical Information: Average Daily Inmate Population – 280 Total Inmates Committed – 4, 880 Total Inmates Released – 5, 044 Total Number of Internal Affairs Investigations – 4 (Sustained-1 and Unfounded-3) Total number of Citizen Complaint Investigations – 3 Total Number of Service of Papers – 58, 385 Total Children Fingerprinted in the Child Identification Program – 365 Total Deputy Volunteer Hours – 294

Frequently Asked Questions: 1. Can I find out an inmate’s release date? No. This information is given only to the inmate. 2. How can I get a bond for someone? Call the magistrate at 727 -6598, they can give you more information. 3. Can I call an inmate? No. Inmates are ONLY allowed outgoing calls. 4. Can I leave a message for an inmate? Only EMERGENCY messages are relayed to an inmate. (Ex. Death of immediate family member) For further information: Call 757 -727 -6203 or 757 -727 -6760

Frequently Asked Questions: 5. Can I bring an inmate clothes? No, personal items are available for purchase weekly on the inmates canteen. 6. Can I mail books/magazines from home to an inmate? No, only material mailed directly from the publisher will be accepted. 7. Can I bring cash/money order to a receptionist for an inmate? No. Money orders must be mailed to the Canteen Fund. Cash can be deposited by internet, telephone, or the kiosk machine. For further information: Call 757 -727 -6203 or 757 -727 -6760

Additional information is available on our website at hampton. gov/sheriff.