RI DOC - Minimum Security

State Prison

Last Updated: February 12, 2024
Address
40 Howard Ave , Cranston, RI 02920
Beds
710
County
Providence
Phone
401-462-1234
Email
insops@doc.ri.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 8212, Cranston, RI 02920

Minimum Security 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 - minimum facility.

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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

Satellite View of RI DOC - Minimum Security

You can support your loved ones at Minimum Security on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 401-462-1234.

Located at 40 Howard Ave in Cranston, RI, Minimum Security carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Minimum Security 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 RI DOC - Minimum Security 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 Minimum Security Facility (MIN) was established in 1978 within a converted hospital building. By 1989, MIN had expanded to include a second building, and in July 1992, a connecting addition unified the complex, boasting a capacity for 710 inmates.

At MIN, all inmates, unless medically unable to work, are employed. They work within the institution, at designated Work Release Program sites, on public service projects, or are actively seeking employment.

Inmate Locator

Minimum Security 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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