The Federal Public Defender Office is located at:

150 Boush Street, Suite 403
Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 457-0800

Our building’s exterior is reddish-brown in color and is located directly across the street from the USS Wisconsin battleship, a Norfolk landmark.

PARKING

Parking is available for a fee in the following parking facilities, both of which are located on streets that run perpendicular to our building:

Boush Street Garage: Located at the corner of Boush Street and City Hall Avenue (entrance on City Hall Avenue)

West Plume Street Garage: Located at the corner of Boush Street and West Plume Street (entrance on West Plume Street)

Meter parking can be found on Randolph Street, which is located directly behind our building and throughout the downtown area.
http://norfolk.gov/parking


DRIVING DIRECTIONS

From points West:

I-64 East through the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel to I-264 West to the Waterside Drive exit (#11). Stay on Waterside Drive. When Waterside Drive curves to the right, it becomes Boush Street. Our office is located directly after the second traffic light (Plume Street) and before the third traffic light (City Hall Avenue).

From points South:

264 West through the downtown tunnel. Follow the signs to Waterside Drive. Stay on Waterside Drive. When Waterside Drive curves to the right, it becomes Boush Street. Our office building is located on Boush Street directly after the second traffic light (Plume Street) and before the third traffic light (City Hall Avenue).

From points North:

I-95 South to I-295 South exit (# 84A). I-295 to I-64 East (#28A). I-64 through the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel to I-264 West to the Waterside Drive exit (#11). Stay on Waterside Drive. When Waterside Drive curves to the right, it becomes Boush Street. Our office is located directly after the second traffic light (Plume Street) and before the third traffic light (City Hall Avenue).

INFORMATION ABOUT LOCAL JAILS

If your loved one is being held in a local jail, you may have questions about the facility where he or she is being held. Each jail has its own policies and procedures, including how to send money and how to set up a visit.

*Please be aware that jails calls are monitored and recorded and may be used by law enforcement against your loved one. We, therefore, recommend that you not discuss any legal matters on the phone.

Chesapeake City Jail
400 Albemarle Drive
Chesapeake, VA 23322
757-382-6159
http://www.chesapeakesheriff.com/

Norfolk City Jail
811 E. City Hall
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-664-4700
http://norfolk-sheriff.com/

Western Tidewater Regional Jail
2402 Godwin Boulevard
Suffolk, VA 23434
757-539-3119
http://www.wtrj.org/

Virginia Beach Jail
2501 James Madison Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
757-385-4555
http://www.vbso.net/

WHERE DO I GO FOR COURT?

Your court appearance will be at either the federal courthouse in Newport News or the federal courthouse in Norfolk. Your attorney will advise you as to where you should be and at what time. If any questions arise, our office is happy to take your call to assist you.

Garage parking is available by the courthouse at hourly rates. Another option is to take public transportation. Information on parking and public transit can be found by accessing the courthouse links seen below.

Norfolk Federal Courthouse:

Walter E. Hoffman
United States Courthouse
600 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23510

http://www.vaed.uscourts.gov/locations/nor.htm

The Newport News Federal Courthouse:

United States Courthouse
2400 West Avenue
Newport News, VA 23607

http://www.vaed.uscourts.gov/locations/npn.htm

TO ENTER THE COURTHOUSE:

*You must present a photo ID.

*Cell phones or other electronic devices are not permitted.

WHAT DO I WEAR?

In order to demonstrate respect for the Court, clean and tidy clothing is encouraged. Button-up shirts and pants are OK, as are knee-length skirts and dresses. Flip-flops, t-shirts with
pictures or words on them and jeans are discouraged.

ARRIVING FROM OUT OF TOWN?

We know that out-of-town travel can be expensive and overwhelming. Please call us if you have
any questions about lodging or other needs. While we do not endorse a particular lodging establishment,
we can help direct you to a budget-conscious hotel that is close to the courthouse.

Norfolk is a beautiful city that offers a variety of recreational activities and dining options. We
are sensitive to the reality that you may be visiting us due to unfortunate circumstances and
want you to be aware of options that may offer a bit of respite while you are here. http://www.downtownnorfolk.org/explore/attractions

Norfolk is serviced by Amtrak (train) at 280 Park Avenue in downtown Norfolk.

Norfolk is home to an international airport with many flights arriving daily. http://www.norfolkairport.com/