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    Florida State Prison System Overview

    The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is responsible for operating state prisons in Florida. As of the latest data, Florida has 50 state prisons and additional facilities, including work camps, re-entry centers, and work release centers.

    Incarceration Rate

    Florida has one of the highest incarceration rates in the United States. According to the latest statistics, the state incarcerates approximately 833 per 100,000 residents.

    Management Structure

    The FDC is headed by the Secretary, who is appointed by the Governor. The department is divided into regional offices, each managed by a regional director. The main headquarters is located in Tallahassee.

    Locating a Prisoner

    To locate a prisoner in the Florida prison system, one can use the Inmate Population Information Search on the FDC’s website. This tool allows users to search by name, DC number, race, sex, age, and release date.

    Family Visitation Rules

    Family visitation is encouraged as part of inmate rehabilitation. Some key rules include:

    • Visitors must be approved and on the inmate’s visitation list.
    • Visits are typically allowed on weekends and state holidays.
    • Visitors must adhere to a dress code and pass through security checks.
    • Special visitation arrangements can be requested for long-distance travelers.
    • Classification of Prison Security Levels

    Florida state prisons are classified into different security levels:

    • High: High-security facilities for inmates who pose significant risks.
    • Medium: Facilities with fewer security restrictions but still secure.
    • Minimum: Facilities for inmates who are less of a security risk.
    • Community: Facilities for inmates nearing release or participating in work programs.

    Parole and Factors Considered

    Parole decisions in Florida are made by the Florida Commission on Offender Review (FCOR). Factors considered include:

    • Nature and severity of the offense.
    • Inmate’s behavior and rehabilitation efforts in prison
    • Victim impact statements.
    • Psychological evaluations.
    • Community and family support.

    Educational,  Vocational Rehabilitative Programs

    Education

    • GED and Adult Basic Education (ABE): Programs to help inmates achieve high school equivalency.
    • Post-secondary Education: Vocational training in trades such as carpentry, welding, and culinary arts.
    • Life Skills Programs: Courses on financial management, parenting, and other practical skills.

    Rehabilitative Programs

    • Substance Abuse Treatment: Programs addressing drug and alcohol addiction.
    • Mental Health Services: Counseling and psychiatric services for inmates with mental health issues.
    • Faith-Based Programs: Religious services and faith-driven rehabilitation programs.
    • Reentry Programs: Services designed to prepare inmates for successful reintegration into society.

    Florida Prison News (ABC Action News)

    Crisis in Florida Corrections – Desperate Situation in Florida State Prisons

    The following reveals the factors building to what some state leaders call a breaking point in the Florida Department of Corrections: understaffing, healthcare issues, and dangerous conditions growing inside state prisons. Our team of investigative journalists is uncovering what’s at stake in the state’s largest agency and the third-largest prison system in the country. 

    Pros and Cons of the Florida State Prison System

    PROS

    • Rehabilitation Focus: Numerous educational, vocational, and rehabilitative programs.
    • Family Visitation: Encouraging family visits to maintain inmate morale and support networks.
    • Security Levels: The classification system ensures inmates are housed according to their risk levels.

    CONS

    • High Incarceration Rate: Reflects broader issues with sentencing and criminal justice policies.
    • Overcrowding: Some facilities suffer from overcrowding, impacting conditions and resources.
    • Resource Allocation: Limited funding can restrict the availability and quality of programs.

    Sources and References

    Florida Department of Corrections

    Prison Policy Initiative

    Inmate Population Search

    Visitation

    Inmate Rights

    Florida Commission on Offender Parole

    Educational and Vocational Programs

    Rehabilitative Programs

    ABC Action News

    FLORIDA STATE PRISONS

    Apalachee Correctional Institution, East Unit

    Apalachee Correctional Institution, East Unit
    35 Apalachee Drive
    Sneads, Florida 32460-4166

    Telephone: (850)-718-0688

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Name, ID Number
    ​Apalachee Correctional Institution, East Unit
    35 Apalachee Drive
    Sneads, Florida 32460-4166

    Apalachee Correctional Institution, West Unit

    Apalachee Correctional Institution, West Unit
    52 West Unit Drive
    Sneads, Florida 32460-4165

    Telephone: (850)-718-0577

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Apalachee Correctional Institution, West Unit
    52 West Unit Drive
    Sneads, Florida 32460-4165

    Avon Park Correctional Institution

    Avon Park Correctional Institution
    8100 Highway 64 East
    Avon Park, Florida 33825

    Telephone: (863)-452-8801

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Avon Park Correctional Institution
    P.O. Box 1100
    Avon Park, Florida 33826-1100

    Baker Correctional Institution

    Baker Correctional Institution
    20706 U.S. Highway 90 West
    Sanderson, Florida 32087-0500

    Telephone: (386)-719-4500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Baker Correctional Institution
    20706 U.S. Highway 90 West
    Sanderson, Florida 32087-0500

    Bay Correctional Facility

    Bay Correctional Facility
    5400 Bayline Drive
    Panama City, Florida 32404-5492

    Telephone: (850)-769-1455

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Bay Correctional Facility
    5400 Bayline Drive
    Panama City, Florida 32404-5492

    Blackwater River Correctional Facility

    Blackwater River Correctional Facility
    5914 Jeff Ates Road
    Milton, Florida 32583-0000

    Telephone: (850)-983-4100

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Blackwater River Correctional Facility
    5914 Jeff Ates Road
    Milton, Florida 32583-0000

    Calhoun Correctional Institution

    Calhoun Correctional Institution
    19562 SE Institution Dr.
    Blountstown, Florida 32424-5156

    Telephone: (850)-237-6500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Calhoun Correctional Institution
    19562 SE Institution Dr.
    Blountstown, Florida 32424-5156

    Central Florida Reception Center

    Central Florida Reception Center
    7000 H C Kelley Rd.
    Orlando, FL 32831-2518

    Telephone: (407)-207-7777

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Central Florida Reception Center
    7000 H C Kelley Rd.
    Orlando, FL 32831-2518

    Century Correctional Institution

    Century Correctional Institution
    400 Tedder Road
    Century, Florida 32535-3659

    Telephone: (850)-256-2600

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Century Correctional Institution
    400 Tedder Road
    Century, Florida 32535-3659

    Charlotte Correctional Institution

    Charlotte Correctional Institution
    33123 Oil Well Road
    Punta Gorda, Florida 33955-9701

    Telephone: (941)-833-2300

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Charlotte Correctional Institution
    33123 Oil Well Road
    Punta Gorda, Florida 33955-9701

    Columbia Correctional Institution

    Columbia Correctional Institution
    216 S.E. Corrections Way
    Lake City, FL 32025-2013

    Telephone: (386)-754-7600

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Columbia Correctional Institution
    216 S.E. Corrections Way
    Lake City, FL 32025-2013

    Cross City Correctional Institution

    Cross City Correctional Institution
    568 N.E. 255th Street
    Cross City, Florida 32628

    Telephone: (352)-498-4741

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Cross City Correctional Institution
    568 N.E. 255th Street
    Cross City, Florida 32628

    Dade Correctional Institution

    Dade Correctional Institution
    19000 S.W. 377th Street
    Florida City, Florida 33034-6409

    Telephone: (305)-242-1900

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Dade Correctional Institution
    19000 S.W. 377th Street
    Florida City, Florida 33034-6409

    Desoto Annex

    Desoto Annex
    13617 S.E. Highway 70
    Arcadia, Florida 34266-7800

    Telephone: (863)-494-3727

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Desoto Annex
    13617 S.E. Highway 70
    Arcadia, Florida 34266-7800

    Everglades Correctional Institution

    Everglades Correctional Institution
    1599 S.W. 187th Avenue
    Miami, Florida 33194

    Telephone: (305)-228-2000

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Everglades Correctional Institution
    1599 S.W. 187th Avenue
    Miami, Florida 33194

    Florida State Prison

    Florida State Prison
    23916 NW 83rd Ave.
    Raiford, Florida 32083

    Telephone: (904)-368-2500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Florida State Prison
    7819 N.W. 228th Street
    Raiford, Florida 32026-1000

    Franklin Correctional Institution

    Franklin Correctional Institution
    1760 Highway 67 North
    Carrabelle, Florida 32322

    Telephone:

    (850) 697-1100
    (Monday-Friday 8AM to 5PM)

    (850) 697-1394
    (After hours & weekends)

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Franklin Correctional Institution
    1760 Highway 67 North
    Carrabelle, Florida 32322

    Gadsden Correctional Facility

    Gadsden Correctional Facility
    6044 Greensboro Highway
    Quincy, Florida 32351-9100

    Telephone: (850)-875-9701

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Gadsden Correctional Facility
    6044 Greensboro Highway
    Quincy, Florida 32351-9100

    Graceville Correctional Facility

    Graceville Correctional Facility
    5168 Ezell Rd.
    Graceville, FL 32440

    Telephone: (850)-263-5500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Graceville Correctional Facility
    5168 Ezell Rd.
    Graceville, FL 32440

    Gulf Correctional Institution

    Gulf Correctional Institution
    500 Ike Steele Road
    Wewahitchka, Florida 32465-0010

    Telephone: (850)-639-1000

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Gulf Correctional Institution
    500 Ike Steele Road
    Wewahitchka, Florida 32465-0010

    Hamilton Correctional Institution

    Hamilton Correctional Institution
    10650 S.W. 46th Street
    Jasper, Florida 32052-1360

    Telephone: (386)-792-5151

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Hamilton Correctional Institution
    10650 S.W. 46th Street
    Jasper, Florida 32052-1360

    Hardee Correctional Institution

    Hardee Correctional Institution
    6901 State Road 62
    Bowling Green, Florida 33834-9505

    Telephone: (863)-767-4500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Hardee Correctional Institution
    6901 State Road 62
    Bowling Green, Florida 33834-9505

    Hernando Correctional Institution

    Hernando Correctional Institution
    16415 Spring Hill Drive
    Brooksville, Florida 34604-8167

    Telephone: (352)-754-6715

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Hernando Correctional Institution
    16415 Spring Hill Drive
    Brooksville, Florida 34604-8167

    Holmes Correctional Institution

    Holmes Correctional Institution
    3142 Thomas Drive
    Bonifay, Florida 32425-0190

    Telephone: (850)-547-8600

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Holmes Correctional Institution
    3142 Thomas Drive
    Bonifay, Florida 32425-0190

    Homestead Correctional Institution

    Homestead Correctional Institution
    19000 S.W. 377th Street
    Florida City, Florida 33034-6409

    Telephone:

    (305)-242-1770

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Homestead Correctional Institution
    19000 S.W. 377th Street
    Florida City, Florida 33034-6409

    Jackson Correctional Institution

    Jackson Correctional Institution
    5563 10th Street
    Malone, Florida 32445-3144

    Telephone:

    (850)-569-5260

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Jackson Correctional Institution
    5563 10th Street
    Malone, Florida 32445-3144

    Jefferson Correctional Institution

    Jefferson Correctional Institution
    1050 Big Joe Road
    Monticello, Florida 32344-0430

    Telephone:

    (850)-342-0500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Jefferson Correctional Institution
    1050 Big Joe Road
    Monticello, Florida 32344-0430

    Lake City Correctional Facility

    Lake City Correctional Facility
    7906 East Highway 90
    Lake City, Florida 32055-6290

    Telephone:

    (386)-755-3379

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Lake City Correctional Facility
    7906 East Highway 90
    Lake City, Florida 32055-6290

    Lake Correctional Institution

    Lake Correctional Institution
    19225 U.S. Highway 27
    Clermont, Florida 34715-9025

    Telephone:

    (352)-394-6146

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Lake Correctional Institution
    19225 U.S. Highway 27
    Clermont, Florida 34715-9025

    Lancaster Correctional Institution

    Lancaster Correctional Institution
    3449 S.W. State Road 26
    Trenton, Florida 32693-5641

    Telephone:

    (352)-463-4100

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Lancaster Correctional Institution
    3449 S.W. State Road 26
    Trenton, Florida 32693-5641

    Lawtey Correctional Institution

    Lawtey Correctional Institution
    22298 NE County Road 200B
    Lawtey, FL 32058

    Telephone:

    (904)-782-2000

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Name, ID Number
    Lawtey Correctional Institution
    7819 N.W. 228th Street
    Raiford, Florida 32026-2000

    Liberty Correctional Institution

    Liberty Correctional Institution
    11064 N.W. Dempsey Barron Road
    Bristol, Florida 32321-9711

    Telephone:

    (850)-643-9400

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Liberty Correctional Institution
    11064 N.W. Dempsey Barron Road
    Bristol, Florida 32321-9711

    Lowell Correctional Institution

    Lowell Correctional Institution
    11120 NW Gainesville Rd.
    Ocala, Florida 34482-1479

    Telephone:

    (352)-401-5301

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Lowell Correctional Institution
    11120 NW Gainesville Rd.
    Ocala, Florida 34482-1479

    Madison Correctional Institution

    Madison Correctional Institution
    382 Southwest MCI Way
    Madison, Florida 32340

    Telephone:

    (850)-973-5300

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Madison Correctional Institution
    382 Southwest MCI Way
    Madison, Florida 32340

    Marion Correctional Institution

    Marion Correctional Institution
    3269 NW 105th Street
    Ocala, Florida 34475

    Telephone:

    (352)-401-6400

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Marion Correctional Institution
    P.O. Box 158
    Lowell, Florida 32663-0158

    Martin Correctional Institution

    Martin Correctional Institution
    1150 S.W. Allapattah Road
    Indiantown, Florida 34956-4397

    Telephone:

    (772)-597-3705

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Martin Correctional Institution
    1150 S.W. Allapattah Road
    Indiantown, Florida 34956-4397

    Mayo Correctional Institution and Annex

    Mayo Correctional Institution and Annex
    8784 US Highway 27 West
    Mayo, Florida 32066-3458

    Telephone:

    (386)-294-4500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Mayo Correctional Institution and Annex
    8784 US Highway 27 West
    Mayo, Florida 32066-3458

    Moore Haven Correctional Facility

    Moore Haven Correctional Facility
    1282 E SR 78 NW
    Moore Haven, Florida 33471-8837

    Telephone:

    (863)-946-2420

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Moore Haven Correctional Facility
    Post Office Box 69
    Moore Haven, Florida 33471-8837

    Northwest Florida Reception Center

    Northwest Florida Reception Center
    4455 Sam Mitchell Drive
    Chipley, Florida 32428-3597

    Telephone:

    (850)-773-6100

    Annex: (850)-773-6500

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Northwest Florida Reception Center
    4455 Sam Mitchell Drive
    Chipley, Florida 32428-3597

    Okaloosa Correctional Institution

    Okaloosa Correctional Institution
    3189 Colonel Greg Malloy Road
    Crestview, Florida 32539-6708

    Telephone:

    (850)-682-0931

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Okaloosa Correctional Institution
    3189 Colonel Greg Malloy Road
    Crestview, Florida 32539-6708

    Okeechobee Correctional Institution

    Okeechobee Correctional Institution
    3420 N.E. 168th Street
    Okeechobee, Florida 34972-4824

    Telephone:

    (863)-462-5400

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Okeechobee Correctional Institution
    3420 N.E. 168th Street
    Okeechobee, Florida 34972-4824

    Polk Correctional Institution

    Polk Correctional Institution
    10800 Evans Road
    Polk City, Florida 33868-6925

    Telephone:

    (863)-984-2273

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Polk Correctional Institution
    10800 Evans Road
    Polk City, Florida 33868-6925

    Putnam Correctional Institution

    Putnam Correctional Institution
    128 Yelvington Road
    East Palatka, Florida 32131-2100

    Telephone:

    (386)-326-6800

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Putnam Correctional Institution
    128 Yelvington Road
    East Palatka, Florida 32131-2100

    Quincy Annex

    Quincy Annex
    2225 Pat Thomas Parkway
    Quincy, Florida 32351

    Telephone:

    (850)-627-5400

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Quincy Annex
    2225 Pat Thomas Parkway
    Quincy, Florida 32351

    Reception and Medical Center

    Reception and Medical Center
    7765 S. CR 231
    Lake Butler, Florida 32054-0628

    Telephone:

    (386)-496-6000

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Reception and Medical Center
    P.O. Box 628
    Lake Butler, Florida 32054-0628

    Santa Rosa Correctional Institution and Annex

    Santa Rosa Correctional Institution and Annex
    5850 East Milton Road
    Milton, Florida 32583-7914

    Telephone:

    (850)-983-5800
    Annex: (850)-981-7602

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Name, ID Number
    ​Santa Rosa Correctional Institution and Annex
    5850 East Milton Road
    Milton, Florida 32583-7914

    South Bay Correctional Facility

    South Bay Correctional Facility
    600 U.S. Highway 27 South
    South Bay, Florida 33493-2233

    Telephone:

    (561)-992-9505

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​South Bay Correctional Facility
    600 U.S. Highway 27 South
    South Bay, Florida 33493-2233

    South Florida Reception Center

    South Florida Reception Center
    14000 NW 41st Street
    Doral, Florida 33178-3003

    South Unit
    13910 NW 41st Street
    Doral, Florida 33178-3014

    Telephone:

    (305)-592-9567
    South Unit: (305)-592-9710

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    South Florida Reception Center
    14000 NW 41st Street
    Doral, Florida 33178-3003

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    South Unit
    13910 NW 41st Street
    Doral, Florida 33178-3014

    Sumter Correctional Institution

    Sumter Correctional Institution
    9544 County Road 476B
    Bushnell, Florida 33513-0667

    Telephone:

    (352)-569-6100
    (352)-793-2525

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Sumter Correctional Institution
    9544 County Road 476B
    Bushnell, Florida 33513-0667

    Suwannee Correctional Institution

    Suwannee Correctional Institution
    5964 U.S. Highway 90
    Live Oak, Florida 32060

    Telephone:

    (386)-963-6201
    Annex: (386)-963-6301
    Work Camp: (386)-963-6101

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Suwannee Correctional Institution
    5964 U.S. Highway 90
    Live Oak, Florida 32060

    Taylor Correctional Institution

    Taylor Correctional Institution
    8501 Hampton Springs Road
    Perry, Florida 32348-8747

    Telephone:

    (850)-838-4000
    Annex:  (850)-838-4002

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Taylor Correctional Institution
    8501 Hampton Springs Road
    Perry, Florida 32348-8747

    Tomoka Correctional Institution

    Tomoka Correctional Institution
    3950 Tiger Bay Road
    Daytona Beach, Florida 32124-1098

    Telephone:

    (386)-323-1070

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    Tomoka Correctional Institution
    3950 Tiger Bay Road
    Daytona Beach, Florida 32124-1098

    Union Correctional Institution

    Union Correctional Institution
    25636 NE SR-16
    Raiford, Florida 32083

    Telephone:

    (386)-431-2000

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Union Correctional Institution
    7819 N.W. 228th Street
    Raiford, Florida 32026-4000

    Wakulla Correctional Institution

    Wakulla Correctional Institution
    110 Melaleuca Drive
    Crawfordville, Florida 32327-4963

    Telephone:

    (850)-410-1895
    Annex: (850)-617-9224

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Wakulla Correctional Institution
    110 Melaleuca Drive
    Crawfordville, Florida 32327-4963

    Walton Correctional Institution

    Walton Correctional Institution
    691 Institution Road
    De Funiak Springs, Florida 32433-1831

    Telephone:

    (850)-951-1300

    Inmate Mailing Address:

    Inmate Last Name, First Name, ID Number
    ​Walton Correctional Institution
    691 Institution Road
    De Funiak Springs, Florida 32433-1831

    Zephyrhills Correctional Institution

    Zephyrhills Correctional Institution
    2739 Gall Boulevard
    Zephyrhills, Florida 33541-9701

    Telephone:

    (813)-782-5521

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