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New Jersey State Prison System
State Incarceration Rate
As of 2021, New Jersey’s incarceration rate was 341 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average of 358 per 100,000 [1].
Locating a PrisonerTo locate a prisoner in the New Jersey prison system, visit the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) Inmate Locator website [2]. You can search by the offender’s name or SBI number.
Family Visitation Rules
Visitation rules vary depending on the facility and the prisoner’s classification level. Generally, visitors must be approved in advance and follow specific guidelines, such as dress codes and prohibited items [3].
Prison Security Levels
New Jersey classifies its prisons into five security levels:
- Minimum security
- Medium security
- Close custody
- Maximum security
- Administrative Segregation
Parole and Factors Considered For Early Release
The New Jersey State Parole Board considers various factors when making parole decisions, including the offender’s criminal history, behavior while incarcerated, and participation in rehabilitative programs [5].
New Jersey Prison Educational and Vocational Programs
NJDOC offers a range of educational and vocational programs to help offenders acquire skills and reduce recidivism.
Educational and vocational programs include:
- Adult Basic Education (ABE)
- High School Equivalency (HSE)
- Post-secondary education
- Vocational training in areas such as automotive repair and cosmetology[6]
Rehabilitative Programs
New Jersey prisons provide various rehabilitative programs to address offenders’ needs and promote successful reentry into society [7].
Rehabilitative programs include:
- Substance abuse treatment
- Mental health services
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Anger management
- Reentry preparation programs
Pros and Cons of the New Jersey State Prison System
PROS
- Lower incarceration rate compared to the national average
- Comprehensive educational, vocational, and rehabilitative programs
- Strong focus on reentry preparation and reducing recidivism
CONS
- Overcrowding in some facilities
- Aging infrastructure and the need for facility upgrades
- Challenges with staff recruitment and retention
New Jersey Prison News (New Jersey Spotlight News)
New Jersey Begins Closing Troubled Prisons For Women:
For decades, women sentenced to prison for state crimes in New Jersey have served their time at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women in Hunterdon County. The prison has long been the subject of allegations of faulty operations and abusive guards. Now, the process of shuttering Edna Mahan has begun.
Sources And Web Link References:
[1] “New Jersey Profile.” Prison Policy Initiative.
[2] “Inmate Locator.” New Jersey Department of Corrections.
[3] “Visitation.” New Jersey Department of Corrections.
[4] “Offender Handbook.” New Jersey Department of Corrections.
[5] “State Parole Board.” New Jersey State Parole Board.
[6] “Office of Educational Services.” New Jersey Department of Corrections. [7] “Rehabilitative Services.” New Jersey Department of Corrections.
NEW JERSEY STATE PRISONS:
Albert C. Wagner Youth Correctional Facility
Albert C. Wagner Youth Correctional Facility
Ward Avenue
Bordentown, New Jersey 08505
Telephone: (609)-298-0500
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Albert C. Wagner Youth Correctional Facility
P.O. Box 500
Bordentown, New Jersey 08505
Bayside State Prison
Bayside State Prison
4293 Rt. 47
Leesburg, New Jersey 08327
Telephone: (856)-785-0040
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Bayside State Prison
P.O. Box F-1
Leesburg, New Jersey 08327
Central Reception and Assignment Facility
Central Reception and Assignment Facility
Stuyvesant Avenue
Trenton, New Jersey 08628
Telephone: (609)-984-6000
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Central Reception and Assignment Facility
P.O. Box 7450
Trenton, New Jersey 08628-7450
East Jersey State Prison
East Jersey State Prison
1100 Woodbridge Road
Rahway, NJ 07065
Telephone: (732)-499-5010
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
East Jersey State Prison
Lock Bag R
Rahway, NJ 07065
Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
30 County Route 513
Clinton, New Jersey 08809
Telephone: (908)-735-7111
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
P.O. Box 4004
Clinton, New Jersey 08809
Garden State Youth Correctional Facility
Garden State Youth Correctional Facility
55 Hogback Rd
Crosswicks, NJ 08515
Telephone: (609)-298-6300
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Garden State Youth Correctional Facility
P.O. Box 11401
Yardville, New Jersey 08620
Mid-State Correctional Facility
Mid-State Correctional Facility
Dirt Road
Fort Dix, NJ 08640
Telephone: (609)-723-4221
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Mid-State Correctional Facility
P.O. Box 866
Wrightstown, New Jersey 08562
Mountainview Youth Correctional Facility
Mountainview Youth Correctional Facility
31 Petticoat Lane
Annandale, New Jersey 08801
Telephone: (908)-638-6191
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Mountainview Youth Correctional Facility
31 Petticoat Lane
Annandale, New Jersey 08801
New Jersey State Prison
New Jersey State Prison
Third and Federal Streets
Trenton, NJ 08625
Telephone: (609)-292-9700
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
New Jersey State Prison
P.O. Box 861
Trenton, New Jersey 08625
Northern State Prison
Northern State Prison
168 Frontage Road
Newark, New Jersey 07114
Telephone: (973)-465-0068
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Northern State Prison
P.O. Box 2300
Newark, New Jersey 07114
Southern State Correctional Facility
Southern State Correctional Facility
4295 Route 47
Delmont, New Jersey 08314
Telephone: (856)-785-1300
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
Southern State Correctional Facility
P.O. Box 150
Delmont, New Jersey 08314
South Woods State Prison
South Woods State Prison
215 South Burlington Rd.
Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302
Telephone: (856)-459-7000
Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
South Woods State Prison
215 South Burlington Rd.
Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302
