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About Trenton Correctional Institution, South Carolina

Overview of Trenton Correctional Institution

Trenton Correctional Institution is a medium-security state prison located in Trenton, South Carolina. It is overseen by the South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) and houses male inmates. The facility focuses on both security and rehabilitation with an aim to facilitate a successful reintegration of inmates into society upon their release.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate housed at Trenton Correctional Institution, you can use the Inmate Search tool provided by the South Carolina Department of Corrections. You will need the inmate's SCDC ID or their full name.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at Trenton Correctional Institution is available on weekends and is strictly scheduled. To visit an inmate, visitors must be on the inmate-approved visitation list. Scheduling a visit can be done through the SCDC's online system. It is advisable for visitors to check the facility's official website for updated visitation rules and hours before planning a visit.

How to Send Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates via the JPay service. Money can be added to an inmate’s account so they can purchase commissary items. It’s recommended to follow the guidelines outlined on the SCDC website.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Trenton Correctional Institution can receive phone calls and have video visitations through authorized services. These services help maintain communication between inmates and their loved ones. Charges apply based on the rates set by the service providers.

Inmate Services and Programs

The institution offers various programs focusing on educational training, vocational training, counseling, and substance abuse programs. These initiatives are designed to aid the personal and occupational growth of inmates.

Security and Management Information

Trenton Correctional Institution is managed by the South Carolina Department of Corrections, ensuring a high level of security that complies with state laws and regulations to provide a safe environment for both inmates and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Trenton Correctional Institution are entitled to legal rights including visitation rights as per state laws. Family members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these rights from the SCDC’s official resources to understand the legal provisions and obligations.

Booking and Release Process

Details regarding the booking and release processes can be acquired directly from the facility for specific cases, as these procedures follow standard SCDOC protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions about Trenton Correctional Institution

Q: What is the best time to call the institution for inquiry?

A: It is best to call during office hours, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Q: Can I email an inmate directly?

A: No, inmates at Trenton Correctional Institution do not have direct access to email. However, you can send electronic messages via approved platforms such as JPay.

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

Inmate Food Quality

5

Inmate Privacy

3

Visitation Rights

10

Treatment of Visitors

4

Commissary Items and Prices

9

Phone Availability

8

Safety of Inmate Personal Property

4

Cleanliness of Facility

3

How Inmates Treat Each Other

7

How Officers Treat Inmates

3

Educational Program Quality

8

Recreational Program Choices

6

Warden

6

Library Quality

2

Mental Health Programs

4

Drug Rehabilitation Programs

5

Reviews

F

Family Member

I know to many people who has been locked up there.

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 South Carolina

South Carolina Total Number of Inmates

27,045

South Carolina Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

26,389

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

298

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

4,638

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

2,436

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

84

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.58

14,575

Female

6.42

1,000

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

50.71

321

Detained

47.39

300

Diverted

0.47

3

Prisons and Jails in South Carolina