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Guide to Union Correctional Institution, Florida

Overview of Union Correctional Institution

Union Correctional Institution, also known as Raiford Prison, is a maximum-security prison located in Raiford, Florida. It is part of the Florida Department of Corrections and has been operational since 1913. The facility houses male inmates and offers various rehabilitation and educational programs aimed at reducing recidivism and facilitating the reintegration of inmates into society.

Contact Information

Address: 7819 NW 228th St, Raiford, FL 32026, United States

Phone Number: +1 386-431-2000

Website: Union Correctional Institution Website

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Union Correctional Institution, you can use the Florida Department of Corrections' Offender Search tool. You will need the inmate's DC number or their full name and date of birth to perform a search.

Visitation Information

Visitation at Union Correctional Institution is allowed but must be scheduled in advance. Visitors are required to be on the inmate's approved visitation list. To schedule a visit and find out about the visitation hours, visit the facility's visitation page.

Sending Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Union Correctional Institution via JPay. You can send funds online by visiting JPay's website. Money can also be sent through money orders.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Union Correctional Institution are allowed to make phone calls to approved contacts using the services provided by Securus Technologies. Additionally, video visitation options are available through the same service provider. More details can be found on the Securus Technologies website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Union Correctional Institution offers a variety of programs including educational programs, vocational training, mental health services, and religious programs to support the well-being and growth of inmates.

Security and Management Information

The institution is a maximum-security facility with advanced security measures to maintain safety and order. It is managed by the Florida Department of Corrections, which ensures strict adherence to regulations and standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring during visitation?

Visitors are usually allowed to bring a photo ID and essential items like keys and a wallet. Specific details and restrictions can be found on the facility's visitation guide webpage.

How can I contact an inmate by mail?

To contact an inmate by mail, address your letters to Inmate Name, DC Number, Union Correctional Institution, 7819 NW 228th St, Raiford, FL 32026, United States. Include a return address on the envelope.

What Do Employees Think?

The perspectives of employees plays a vital role in understanding the inner workings and culture of the facility.

Categories

Inmate Safety

10

Inmate Food Quality

10

Inmate Privacy

10

Visitation Rights

10

Safety of Inmate Personal Property

10

Cleanliness of Facility

10

How Inmates Treat Each Other

10

How Officers Treat Inmates

10

Educational Program Quality

10

Recreational Program Choices

10

Warden

10

Library Quality

10

Mental Health Programs

10

Drug Rehabilitation Programs

10

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If you are a current or former inmate, employee, family member or a friend of someone who is in prison, please share your feedback so others can get better understanding how the institution works. The survey is completely anonymous and your personal information will never be shared or publicly shown.

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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