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Beginning Aug. 10, the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office no longer accepts books, magazines or periodicals mailed directly to inmates. This coincides with the new rules for inmates receiving personal mail. Starting Aug. 24, all books received at the jail will be returned to sender. Full details on the Inmate Mail page .

Stay informed: VBSO has issued new alerts about recent scams and updated inmate communication procedures. Visit our Active Alerts & Information page for full details.

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News Coverage

  • VB jail restoration pod creates efficiency for inmates with mental health issues
    Friday, August 7, 2026

  • New competency restoration pod in Virginia Beach jail aims to reduce wait times, increase access to mental health services
    Friday, August 7, 2026

  • Virginia Beach jail launches program to reduce state hospital wait times
    Friday, August 7, 2026

  • Virginia Beach opens restoration pod at city jail to ease pressure on state psychiatric hospitals
    Friday, August 7, 2026

  • Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office invites community behind the scenes with Inside the Academy
    Friday, July 31, 2026

  • HRS: Inside the Academy
    Friday, July 31, 2026

  • A second chance and a 4-hour bus ride roundtrip to work
    Wednesday, May 6, 2026

  • K-9 and Kids Egg Hunt Event on Coast Live
    Friday, April 3, 2026

  • HRS: Join the ‘Easter Eggstravaganza’ at the VB sheriff’s office
    Thursday, April 2, 2026

  • Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office to host 3rd annual Easter Eggstravaganza
    Monday, March 30, 2026

  • FBI warns of scam targeting Virginia Beach residents with fake permit fee emails
    Wednesday, March 18, 2026

  • Virginia Beach sheriff’s deputies to assist VBPD in maintaining safety at Oceanfront
    Thursday, March 12, 2026

  • VB sheriff’s deputy donates vehicle to woman in need
    Wednesday, February 11, 2026

  • VB sheriff’s office donates clothes to RESET Inc.
    Tuesday, January 27, 2026

  • Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office unveils commemorative gear for America's 250th anniversary
    Tuesday, January 20, 2026

  • Virginia Beach officials urge shoppers to stay safe amid holiday rush
    Monday, December 15, 2025

  • HRS: Sheriff Rocky Holcomb's 3rd annual Turkey Bowl
    Tuesday, October 28, 2025

  • 3rd annual "Turkey Bowl" raising money for local students this weekend on Coast Live
    Monday, October 27, 2025

  • Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office unveils new patrol units with QR codes for recruitment
    Tuesday, October 14, 2025

  • Community Connection: VBSO & VBEF discuss Sheriff Rocky Holcomb’s Turkey Bowl III
    Monday, October 6, 2025

  • Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office honored with Community Leader award
    Saturday, September 13, 2025

  • Virginia Beach Correctional Inmate Kitchen receives nearly $500K renovation
    Friday, September 12, 2025

  • Virginia Beach sheriff's deputies hit the waves to unwind (for subscribers only)
    Saturday, August 9, 2025

  • The Class before Class on Coast Live
    Wednesday, July 30, 2025

  • Incarcerated for years, former inmate now has recipe for success
    Thursday, July 17, 2025

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