JAIL OPERATIONS

The Amherst County Sheriff's Office operates a 100-person jail. Under the supervision of Lt. L. T. Wright and Sgt. LM Brizindine, the corrections staff not only maintains 24-hour security, but operates a successful work-release program, R.A.I.D. diversion program, community service program, home electronic monitoring, courtroom and judicial security, and inmate transportation. Public visitation is held each Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 3 pm.

Mail can be sent to :

Amherst County Jail
P.O. Box 598
Amherst, VA 24521

Phone Number (804) 946-9379




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