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The Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) oversees the state’s prison system, which consists of two primary facilities: the Utah State Prison in Draper and the Central Utah Correctional Facility in Gunnison.

As of 2021, Utah’s incarceration rate was 439 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average of 664 per 100,000.

Locating a Prisoner

You can use the UDC’s online Offender Search tool to locate a prisoner in the Utah state prison system. You will need the inmate’s name or offender number to perform the search.

Family Visitation Rules

Utah state prisons allow family visits, but visitors must be approved and follow specific guidelines. Visitors must be on the inmate’s approved visitor list, schedule visits in advance, and adhere to the prison’s dress code and conduct rules.

The frequency and duration of visits may vary depending on the facility and the inmate’s custody level.

Prison Security Levels

The Utah state prison system classifies inmates into different security levels based on offenses, criminal histories, and behavior.

The security levels are:

Level 1: Minimum security

Level 2: Medium security

Level 3: Close security

Level 4: Maximum security

Level 5: Intensive management

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Pros & Cons of the Utah State Prison System

PROS

  • Lower incarceration rate compared to the national average
  • Focus on rehabilitation programs, such as education, vocational training, and substance abuse treatment
  • Implementation of evidence-based practices to reduce recidivism.

CONS

  • Overcrowding in facilities can lead to increased violence and reduced access to programs.
  • High staff turnover and difficulty recruiting and retaining correctional officers.
  • Concerns about inadequate medical and mental health care for inmates.

Rehabilitation Programs

The Utah Department of Corrections offers a variety of rehabilitation programs to help inmates develop skills, address underlying issues, and reduce the likelihood of recidivism. Some of the major programs include:

Education

  • Adult Basic Education
  • High School Equivalency classes
  • Vocational training in areas such as welding and construction

Substance Abuse Treatment

  • Residential Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Individual and group therapy
  • Crisis intervention
  • Psychiatric medication management

Life Skills and Reentry Programs

Faith-Based Programs

  • Religious services and study groups
  • Volunteer-led mentorship and support programs

Article Sources:

Utah Department of Corrections Facilities

Prison Policy Initiative – Utah Incarceration Rates

Utah Department of Corrections – Visiting Information

Utah Department of Corrections – Custody Levels

Utah Department of Corrections – Programming

Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice – Evidence-Based Practices

ACLU of Utah – Overcrowding in Utah Prisons

Disability Law Center – Inadequate Medical and Mental Health Care

Utah Department of Corrections – Programming

Utah State Board of Education – Prison Education

Utah Department of Corrections – Substance Abuse Treatment

American Psychological Association – Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy:

UTAH STATE PRISONS:

Draper Prison

14425 Bitterbrush Lane
Draper, Utah 84020

Telephone:
801-576-7000

Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate’s Name, ID Number
Utah State Prison
P.O. Box 250
Draper, UT 84020

Gunnison Prison

255 East 300 North
Gunnison, Utah 84634

Telephone:
435-528-6000

Inmate Mailing Address:
Inmate Name, ID Number
CUCF
P.O. Box 550
Gunnison, UT 84634

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