Jail Roster in Delaware County Pennsylvania
Delaware County's jail roster covers inmates held at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Thornton, Pennsylvania. This public record lists people currently in county custody, including pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. Families, lawyers, and anyone else with a need can search for inmates by name. The facility sits at 500 Cheyney Road and serves all of Delaware County. This page covers how to search the jail roster, visit an inmate, post bail, and understand what the records contain.
Delaware County Quick Facts
George W. Hill Correctional Facility
The official website for the George W. Hill Correctional Facility is the first stop for jail roster inquiries in Delaware County. Visit the Delaware County prison page for facility information, inmate resources, and contact details.
George W. Hill Correctional Facility is located at 500 Cheyney Road in Thornton, Pennsylvania. The mailing address is P.O. Box 23, Cheyney Road, Thornton, PA 19373. The main phone number is 610-361-3200, extension 200. Warden Willie Bonds oversees the facility as of early 2026. The facility holds pre-trial adults, sentenced adults, and youthful offenders committed by Delaware County law enforcement, consistent with court commitment documents and Pennsylvania Title 37.
The mission of the facility is to provide a safe, secure, and humane environment for staff, visitors, community members, and incarcerated persons. Core values include integrity, accountability, transparency, and correctional excellence. These values shape day-to-day operations and the approach to inmate records management, including the Delaware County jail roster.
| Facility |
George W. Hill Correctional Facility 500 Cheyney Road, P.O. Box 23 Thornton, PA 19373 Phone: 610-361-3200 ext. 200 |
|---|---|
| Warden | Willie Bonds |
| Records | Michael Root, Director of Records, ext. 316 |
| Website | delcopa.gov/prison |
Delaware County Inmate Search and Jail Roster
Delaware County uses the VINELink victim notification system to allow public searches of inmate custody status. Go to VINELink to search for an inmate held at George W. Hill Correctional Facility. You can search by name and receive notifications when an inmate's status changes. VINELink is available around the clock and is the recommended way to check current custody status in Delaware County.
For court records tied to a Delaware County jail roster entry, use the Unified Judicial System Portal. This free tool lets you search by name or case number and view dockets for cases pending in Delaware County courts. The docket shows charges, hearings, and bail information. Court records and jail records often overlap, and checking both systems gives you a fuller picture of someone's current legal situation in Delaware County.
Note: Always verify inmate status directly with the facility by calling 610-361-3200. Online records may lag behind real-time changes to custody status.
Sending Mail to Delaware County Jail Inmates
The George W. Hill mail policy is posted in detail on the facility's website. Review the Delaware County inmate mail guidelines before sending anything to someone in custody.
As of June 20, 2022, all paper mail sent to inmates at George W. Hill is delivered digitally via tablet. This includes letters, drawings, and pictures. Attorney-client privileged mail is not included in this digital delivery system and is handled separately. The physical mailing address for inmate correspondence is: Incarcerated Person Name, ID Number, Housing Area, George W. Hill Correctional Facility, P.O. Box 23, Cheyney Road, Thornton, PA 19373.
Books, magazines, and newspapers must come directly from the publisher or a bookstore. No hardcover books are permitted. The facility limits bookstore publications to four items per 30-day period. Items received directly from publishers are not subject to this limit. Prohibited mail items include food, stamps, stickers, pens, pencils, phone cards, return address labels, and anything with perfume, lipstick, or glue on the envelope or letter.
Delaware County Jail Visitation Rules
Full visitation procedures for George W. Hill are available through the facility's official site. Check the Delaware County visitation page before planning a visit.
In-person visits run Monday through Friday from 8:45 AM to 10:00 PM, based on housing assignments. Each inmate is authorized one visit per week, which can be either an in-person visit or a video visit, but not both. Up to three visitors are allowed per visit. Visitors under age 18 do not need to register but count as one of the three allowed visitors. Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
The visitor registration process begins with the incarcerated person submitting a visitor list to their case manager. Once approved, the visitor registers online at delawarecountypa.gtlvisitme.com. After creating a username and password, visitors enter their information and wait for an approval email. Once approved, log back in to choose an available time slot. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for all visits. No physical contact between visitors and inmates is allowed at any time during visits at George W. Hill.
Video visitation follows the same registration process as in-person visits. Visits must be scheduled at least two days in advance but no more than seven days ahead. Video visits are audio and video recorded and are subject to review. Uber, Lyft, and similar ride services are not permitted on facility property.
Bail and Release at George W. Hill
Bail and release procedures for Delaware County are explained in detail on the facility's website. Review the Delaware County bail and release page before attempting to post bail.
Bail payments are accepted at George W. Hill between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM, provided there are no outstanding issues with the inmate's record. Before arriving, contact the Director of Records, Michael Root, at rootm@co.delaware.pa.us or 610-361-3200 extension 316. Bring cash and a valid form of ID. Online bail payment is available through ujsportal.pacourts.us. After completing an online payment, provide the confirmation number to the Records Department for processing.
Release pick-up takes place in the facility's front parking lot on Cheyney Road. Two bus transportation pick-up windows are available for inmates discharging at 1:00 PM: 1:25 PM and 2:40 PM. For 9:00 PM discharges, buses depart at 9:05 PM and 10:20 PM. George W. Hill provides each released inmate with a one-way SEPTA Transportation Pass including a transfer.
Programs and Support at Delaware County Jail
The George W. Hill programs page outlines all rehabilitation and support services available to inmates. Visit the Delaware County programs and support page to learn what services are offered.
George W. Hill offers a wide range of programs to the people listed on its jail roster. Educational services include GED preparation for adults and high school diploma programs for those 21 and under. College credit access is also available. Workforce development and job readiness programs help prepare people for reentry. Substance use disorder services include the Prison Re-entry Education Program (PREP), Medication Assisted Programs, Cognitive Based Therapy, and Therapeutic Communities. Mental health services are provided alongside substance use programs, since the two issues often overlap for people in the criminal justice system.
Reentry planning begins before release. Sentenced inmates are assessed to identify community needs after discharge. Each person receives an individualized packet of community resources and a reentry plan prior to release. Additional programs include anger management, parenting skills, financial literacy, health education, housing options, violence prevention, trauma counseling, and family reunification. Religious services are provided by Reverend Cokelia Dunn, the facility chaplain, and include scheduled services, clergy visits, grief counseling, and spiritual guidance.
The Law Library at George W. Hill provides access to LexisNexis, updated legal standards, preprinted court petitions, voter registration, and notary services. Inmates working on their own legal matters can use these resources to prepare filings and understand their cases.
Nearby Counties
Delaware County borders several Pennsylvania counties. If a person was arrested near a county line, confirm the county of custody before searching the jail roster.