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Guide to Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, Indiana

Overview of Wabash Valley Correctional Facility

The Wabash Valley Correctional Facility (WVCF) is a high-security state prison located in Carlisle, Indiana. It primarily houses adult male felony offenders and operates under the Indiana Department of Correction. The facility is known for its structured environment and emphasis on rehabilitation and security.

Contact Information

Address: 6908 S. Old U.S. Highway 41, P.O. Box 500, Carlisle, IN 47838

Phone Number: (812) 398-5050

Website: Wabash Valley Correctional Facility Website

Locating an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, use the Indiana Department of Correction's offender search tool available on their website. You will need the inmate’s full name or Offender Number to search.

Visitation Information

Visitation at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility is scheduled based on the inmate’s housing unit and must be arranged in advance. Friends and family members must be on the approved visitor list. Photo ID is required for all visitors.

Visitation Hours

Typical visitation hours are from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekends and holidays. For specific visitation hours based on housing units, refer to the facility's website or contact the visitation office directly.

Sending Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates via JPay services. Funds can be added:

  • Online through JPay
  • Using JPay kiosks located in the facility's visitation area

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility are permitted to make phone calls through a system provided by GTL. Additionally, video visitation is available and can be scheduled via the GTL website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Wabash Valley Correctional Facility offers various programs designed to aid in the rehabilitation and education of inmates. These include:

  • Educational programs and vocational training
  • Substance abuse programs
  • Mental health services

FAQs About Wabash Valley Correctional Facility

Q: What items can I bring to a visit?

A: Visitors are allowed to bring a government-issued ID and essential keys only. All personal belongings should be left in your vehicle or in lockers provided by the facility.

Q: How can I contact an inmate by mail?

A: You can send mail to an inmate at the following address: [Inmate's Full Name], [Inmate ID], Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, P.O. Box 500, Carlisle, IN 47838. All mail is screened for contraband and security reasons.

Recent News

What Do Inmate Families/Friends Think?

Inmate Families and Friends feedback is a very significant role in understanting the prison culture, how some institution works as sometimes they are the only ones that can share the experience with others.

Categories

Inmate Safety

3.5

Inmate Food Quality

3.5

Inmate Privacy

3.5

Visitation Rights

3.5

Treatment of Visitors

3.5

Commissary Items and Prices

3.5

Phone Availability

3.5

Safety of Inmate Personal Property

6

Cleanliness of Facility

6

How Inmates Treat Each Other

3.5

How Officers Treat Inmates

4.5

Educational Program Quality

3.5

Recreational Program Choices

3.5

Warden

6

Library Quality

4.5

Mental Health Programs

3.5

Drug Rehabilitation Programs

3.5

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General Stats for Indiana

Indiana Total Number of Inmates

43,287

Indiana Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

99,763

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

335

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

6,136

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,940

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

3,719

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

90.98

20,796

Female

9.02

2,061

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

67.79

783

Detained

28.83

333

Diverted

2.34

27