About Indiana Department of Corrections
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The correctional system in Indiana is a multi-tiered system comprising a number of institutions at various levels - state prisons, county jails, and city jails. These facilities serve different purposes, varying from pretrial detention, executing sentences for misdemeanors and felonies, to handling probation and parole violators. The administration of these facilities is primarily conducted by the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) for state prisons, while counties and cities oversee their respective jails.
Types of Correctional Institutions in Indiana
State Prisons
These are facilities where people convicted of serious criminal offenses, typically felonies, are held. They are managed by the Indiana Department of Correction. Examples of state prisons in Indiana include:
- Pendleton Correctional Facility
- Plainfield Correctional Facility
- Indiana Women's Prison
County Jails
County jails in Indiana are managed at the county level. They are typically for individuals who have been charged with crimes and are awaiting trial or sentencing, or for those who have been sentenced to short-term incarceration (usually one year or less). Examples of county jails in Indiana include:
- Marion County Jail
- Lake County Jail
- Allen County Jail
City Jails
These are often smaller-scale facilities managed at the city level. They are primarily for holding individuals shortly after an arrest, often for minor offenses. Detainees are typically transferred to county jails if they are not released promptly. Examples of city jails in Indiana include:
- Indianapolis City Jail
- Fort Wayne City Jail
- Evansville City Jail
Federal Prisons
These are managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and are designed to hold offenders convicted of federal crimes. There are two federal prisons in Indiana:
- United States Penitentiary, Terre Haute
- Federal Correctional Institution, Terre Haute
Inmate Search Options in Indiana
When trying to find an inmate in the Indiana correctional system, there are various online and offline resources available. It's important to have some basic information about the inmate, such as full name and date of birth, to facilitate the search.
State Prisons Inmate Search
- Online: The Indiana Department of Correction maintains an Offender Search tool, which provides information about current and past inmates in state prisons. You'll need the offender's name or offender number to use the search tool.
- Offline: For offline searches or further inquiries, you can contact the Indiana Department of Correction directly at (317) 232-5767.
County Jails Inmate Search
- Online: Most counties in Indiana offer online inmate lookup tools on their sheriff's department or county jail websites. For instance, Marion County offers an inmate search tool.
- Offline: To perform an offline search, you can directly contact the specific county jail via phone. Contact information can usually be found on the jail's official website.
City Jails Inmate Search
- Online: Some city jails may offer online lookup tools on their city or police department websites, but this varies by city.
- Offline: To perform an offline search, you can directly contact the specific city jail or local police department via phone.
Federal Prisons Inmate Search
- Online: The Federal Bureau of Prisons provides an online inmate locator for individuals incarcerated in federal prisons across the country, including those in Indiana.
- Offline: For offline inquiries, you can contact the Federal Bureau of Prisons directly at (202) 307-3198.
Remember, while these resources are often accurate and up-to-date, the availability and accuracy of information can vary, and sometimes delays in updates can occur. Always confirm information with the respective institution if possible.
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