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FDCF is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - medium facility.
The phone carrier is Iowa Departmentof Corrections - Fund Facility, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders
Located at 1550 L St in Fort Dodge, IA, FDCF carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. FDCF offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.
When someone you care about ends up in a state prison, it can be tough to navigate the ins and outs of the system. From figuring out how to stay in touch to understanding what you can do to make their time easier, it can feel overwhelming. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get the lowdown on IA DOC - Fort Dodge Correctional Institution (FDCF) so you can stay connected and support your loved one during their time inside.
Communication is important, the prison offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.
While incarcerated, reading is often the best use of time. Please note that books and magazines, puzzles, and word searches ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.
The FDCF was built in 1998 to house 762 male offenders, later expanded to accommodate 1392. The facility prioritizes offender rehabilitation through cognitive-based programs addressing criminal thinking, substance abuse, and domestic violence.
Partnering with Iowa Central Community College, FDCF offers educational classes including HiSET, Literacy, ELS, Special Education, and Life Skills. Vocational training varies annually and has included welding, culinary arts, building trades, and supply chain management.
FDCF also offers apprenticeships in various fields such as cooking, electrical work, plumbing, and landscaping. Offenders can earn the National Career Readiness Certificate for employment readiness. Iowa Prison Industries provides vocational training onsite, particularly in textiles.
FDCF maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.
If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.
The Iowa Department of Corrections utilizes a reservation system called Amelio to schedule/reserve In-Person and Video Visits. To sign up and schedule your visits please visit our visiting information page here: Institution Visiting
Fort Dodge Correctional Facility In-Person Visiting: Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 am to 6:50 pm (by reservation in Ameelio App)
Fort Dodge Correctional Facility Video Visiting: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm (Ameelio App only)
Video visitation is schedule and conducted only through the Ameelio App
*In-Person visitation is scheduled through the Ameelio app.
For information related to scheduling visits through the Ameelio app, please see our How Do I Use Ameelio page.
Reminder: Per the Department visitation policy, all visitors upon entrance to the institutions shall be subject to search. Security and contraband control are critical operational requirements, necessitating a search of all visitors by trained correctional staff. Searches may include but are not limited to, a pat down, metal detectors, electronic ion scanners, other electronic devices, or visual searches. If visitors refuse to comply with the Department visitation policy, entrance to the visiting room will be denied.
