Overview of the Facility
Bedford Hills Correctional Facility is the largest women's prison in New York State, located in Bedford Hills in Westchester County. It operates as a maximum-security facility for women and includes a nursery program that allows mothers to care for their newborns.
Contact Information
Address: 247 Harris Rd, Bedford Hills, NY 10507, USA
Phone Number: +1 914-241-3100
Website: New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility, use the DOCCS Inmate Lookup Service. You will need the inmate's full name or Department ID Number.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitors are encouraged to check the facility's website or call ahead, as the visitation schedule can be influenced by the facility's lockdown status and visiting holiday schedules. Typically, visitation occurs on weekends and holidays. Identification and compliance with dress code policies are required to be granted entry.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent through services such as ConnectNetwork and JPay. These platforms allow you to deposit money directly into the inmate’s account online or over the phone.
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates at Bedford Hills can make outgoing calls using a prepaid account or phone cards purchased through the commissary. For video visitation options, check the DOCCS Website for the latest updates and regulations.
Inmate Services and Programs
The facility offers educational programs, mental health services, substance abuse programs, and the unique nursery program that allows eligible mothers to care for their newborns while serving their sentence.
Security and Management Information
Bedford Hills maintains a high level of security given its status as a maximum-security prison. It is managed by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and adheres to strict regulations to ensure the safety and security of both staff and inmates.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates at Bedford Hills have the right to receive visitors subject to the DOC's rules and regulations. Legal representatives are always allowed as per the directives of legal visitation rights.
Booking and Release Process
Details on the booking and release process are typically provided by the facility directly to the concerned parties or legal representatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I bring to a visit?
Visitors are generally allowed to bring ID and essential items like keys and a wallet. All other items should be left outside to comply with security.
Can inmates receive books?
Yes, books can be sent to inmates but must come directly from the publisher or an approved vendor like Amazon.
Famous Prisoners
- Carolyn Warmus: A former schoolteacher convicted in the late 1980s for the murder of her lover's wife.
- Joyce Mitchell: Known for her role in aiding two prisoners in the Clinton Correctional Facility escape in 2015.
Recent News
- "Innovative Programs at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility Aim at Reducing Recidivism" - Discusses new educational and rehabilitation programs implemented.
- "Health Crisis Managed Efficiently at Bedford Hills Correctional" - Coverage on the management of health issues within the facility.
