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Guide to Elmira Correctional Facility, New York

Overview of Elmira Correctional Facility

Elmira Correctional Facility, also known as Elmira State Correctional Facility, is a maximum security prison located in Elmira, New York. It houses adult male offenders and is known for its strict security measures and comprehensive rehabilitation programs aimed at preparing inmates for reintegration into society.

Contact Information

Address: 1879 Davis St, Elmira, NY 14901, United States
Phone Number: +1 607-734-3901
Website: Elmira Correctional Facility

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Elmira Correctional Facility, you can use the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Inmate Lookup. You will need the inmate’s name or Department Identification Number (DIN).

Visitation Information

Visitation hours at Elmira Correctional Facility are typically on weekends and holidays, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to accommodate processing. All visitors must adhere to the facility’s dress code and bring a valid ID.

Frequently Asked Questions

**How can I send money to an inmate at Elmira Correctional Facility?**

Family and friends can send money to inmates via check, money order, or through the JPay service. For online transactions, you can visit JPay.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates are allowed to make phone calls using a pre-paid account or collect calls. Video visitation can also be set up through third-party providers such as JPay.

Inmate Services and Programs

Elmira Correctional Facility offers various programs including educational courses, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and mental health services.

Security and Management

This facility operates under the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and employs a range of security measures including controlled movements, surveillance systems, and a dedicated security staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Elmira Correctional Facility have the right to receive visits and legal counsel as per state and federal laws. They are also entitled to fair treatment under the United States Constitution.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves registration, identification, and classification of the inmate, while the release process can include parole hearings and reintegration programs.

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What do Former Inmates Think?

In order to provide a comprehensive understanding of the experiences within this prison, we present a compilation of ratings and reviews from former/current inmates. These ratings and reviews offer valuable insights into their perceptions of the facility, its programs, and the impact it has had on their lives.

Categories

Inmate Safety

1

Inmate Food Quality

1

Inmate Privacy

1

Visitation Rights

1

Treatment of Visitors

1

Commissary Items and Prices

1

Phone Availability

1

Safety of Inmate Personal Property

1

Cleanliness of Facility

1

How Inmates Treat Each Other

1

How Officers Treat Inmates

1

Educational Program Quality

1

Recreational Program Choices

1

Warden

1

Library Quality

1

Mental Health Programs

1

Drug Rehabilitation Programs

1

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

6.5

Inmate Food Quality

6.5

Inmate Privacy

6.5

Visitation Rights

6.5

Treatment of Visitors

5.5

Commissary Items and Prices

5.5

Phone Availability

6.5

Safety of Inmate Personal Property

5.5

Cleanliness of Facility

5.5

How Inmates Treat Each Other

7.5

How Officers Treat Inmates

5.5

Educational Program Quality

6.5

Recreational Program Choices

6.5

Warden

5.5

Library Quality

6

Mental Health Programs

6

Drug Rehabilitation Programs

6

Leave a Review

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 New York

New York Total Number of Inmates

50,771

New York Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

76,323

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

154

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

43,979

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

8,296

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

96.37

29,219

Female

3.63

1,102

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

61.29

513

Detained

37.99

318

Diverted

0.36

3

Prisons and Jails in New York