NYSDOC - Orleans Correctional Facility

State Prison

Last Updated: February 15, 2024
Address
3531 Gaines Basin Rd, Albion, NY 14411-9199
Beds
1082
County
Orleans
Phone
585-589-6820
Mailing Address
3531 Gaines Basin Road, Albion, NY 14411-9199

Orleans Correctional Facility is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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You can support your loved ones at Orleans Correctional Facility on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 585-589-6820.

Located at 3531 Gaines Basin Rd in Albion, NY, Orleans Correctional Facility carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Orleans Correctional Facility 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 NYSDOC - Orleans Correctional Facility 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 Orleans Correctional Facility (OCF) is a medium security state prison situated in the Town of Albion, Orleans County, New York, within close proximity to the Albion Correctional Facility. With a capacity for 1,082 male inmates, OCF plays a crucial role in the state's correctional system. It also hosts a 120-offender re-entry program designed to prepare individuals for their eventual release into society. Moreover, the facility administers an alcohol and substance abuse treatment program, addressing prevalent issues among incarcerated individuals.

Inmates at Orleans CF have access to various vocational training opportunities to equip them with practical skills for post-release employment. These programs encompass carpentry, custodial maintenance, electrical work, painting, business, and small engine repair. By engaging in these vocational classes, inmates acquire valuable expertise that enhances their prospects of securing employment and successfully reintegrating into society upon release.

Inmate Locator

Orleans Correctional Facility 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.

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Visitation Information

Visitation information effective 01/02/2024

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Visiting Days: Weekends & Holidays

Visiting Hours: 8:00AM-3:15PM (Latest Arrival Time 2:00PM)

Special Housing Unit Visiting Days & Hours: Incarcerated individuals in SHU custody are allowed one non-legal visit within a seven (7) day period during regular visitation hours and days. Each week starts on a Sunday and ends on a Saturday.

Visitation Schedule: Weekend visitation for all incarcerated individuals is divided into specific segments of the population by the last digit of the DIN. Holiday visitation will be open to all individuals. See attached schedule.

2024 Visitation Schedule

Maximum Number of Visits Per Day: Unlimited. However, the visit room can only accommodate forty (40) visits at once.

Maximum Number of Visits Per Week: Unlimited on weekends only

Maximum Number of Visitors Per Visit: Three (3) visitors and one (1) child under the age of five (5) will be allowed to visit. The child must sit on the adult’s lap.

Visiting Room Overcrowding Policy: In the event space consideration requires the termination of visits, a fifteen (15) minute notice will be given, and visits will be terminated on a first in, first out basis.

For additional visitation information, please visit the DOCCS Visitors Page

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