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Welcome to the Information Guide on Gainesville Correctional Institution (Closed)

The Gainesville Correctional Institution has permanently closed its facilities. It was located in Gainesville, Florida, but it ceased its operations, ending its years of service to the community. This guide serves as a historical reference for those who might be looking for information about the institution as it stood before its closure.

Overview of the Facility

Gainesville Correctional Institution was a medium-security facility that operated under the management of the Florida Department of Corrections. The institution was committed to the rehabilitation of its inmates and provided various programs and services aimed at reducing recidivism. Over the years, its efforts involved educational programs, vocational training, and mental health services.

Contact Information (Before Closure)

  • Address: 2845 NE 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609, USA (Note: This facility is now closed.)
  • Phone: N/A
  • Email: N/A

Historical Inmate Services and Programs

Before its closure, the Gainesville Correctional Institution offered a range of services designed to aid in inmate rehabilitation, including:

  • Educational programs such as GED preparation
  • Vocational training in areas like carpentry and culinary arts
  • Mental health counseling and substance abuse programs

History of the Facility

The Gainesville Correctional Institution had a long history of serving the Florida penal system. Over the years, it underwent various changes in management and structure, adapting to new correctional practices and the evolving needs of the inmate population.

Security and Management Information

Operational until its closure, the facility was managed by the Florida Department of Corrections, which ensured that the institution complied with state regulations and standards for inmate care and security.

Legal Visitation Rights (Historical)

Prior to its closure, Gainesville Correctional Institution adhered to Florida Department of Corrections policies regarding visitation, which generally included rights to visit inmates under prescribed conditions, subject to approval and scheduling by the facility.

Booking and Release Process (Historical)

The booking and release processes were governed by standard operating procedures set by the Florida Department of Corrections which included intake assessments, documentation of personal information, and eventual release planning for eligible inmates.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What happened to Gainesville Correctional Institution?
    A: Gainesville Correctional Institution was officially closed and is no longer in operation.
  • Q: Are there any alternative facilities for inmates priorly held at Gainesville Correctional Institution?
    A: Inmates were typically transferred to other facilities within the Florida Department of Corrections depending on availability and custodial needs.

Famous Inmates

There are no publicly notable records of famous inmates specifically associated with Gainesville Correctional Institution available at the time of writing.

Recent News

As the facility is closed, there are no recent news stories involving Gainesville Correctional Institution within the past year.

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General Stats for Florida

Florida Total Number of Inmates

137,077

Florida Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

179,594

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

367

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

4,280

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

15,116

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

10,810

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.77

75,404

Female

6.23

5,013

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

63.12

1,263

Detained

27.14

543

Diverted

4.05

81

Prisons and Jails in Florida