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Inmate Guide: Donaldson Correctional Facility, Alabama

Overview of the Facility

Donaldson Correctional Facility is a maximum-security prison for men located in Jefferson County, Alabama. It is operated by the Alabama Department of Corrections and houses some of the state's most dangerous offenders.

Contact Information

Address: 100 Warrior Lane, Bessemer, AL 35023
Phone: (205) 436-3681
Website: Alabama DOC - Donaldson Correctional Facility

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Donaldson Correctional Facility, use the Alabama Department of Corrections' online inmate search tool: Alabama DOC Inmate Search

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation days are typically Saturday and Sunday. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Contact the facility directly for specific hours and procedures.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

  • Online: Access Corrections
  • Phone: 1-866-345-1884
  • Mail: Send money orders to the facility address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to phone calls through a prepaid system. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for current options and procedures.

Inmate Services and Programs

Donaldson Correctional Facility offers various programs including:

  • Educational programs
  • Vocational training
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Religious services

History of the Facility

Donaldson Correctional Facility was opened in 1982 and named after W.E. Donaldson, a former prison warden who was killed in the line of duty.

Security and Management Information

As a maximum-security prison, Donaldson has strict security measures in place, including perimeter fencing, guard towers, and internal security protocols.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. All visits are subject to prison regulations and security measures.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are typically transferred to Donaldson from other facilities. The release process involves coordination with probation and parole services when applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

Visitors are typically allowed to bring a small amount of cash for vending machines. All other items must be approved by the facility. Contact the prison directly for a current list of permitted items.

How do I get approved for visitation?

The inmate must add you to their approved visitation list. You will then need to complete a visitor application and undergo a background check.

Can I send packages to an inmate?

Generally, personal packages are not allowed. Inmates can receive approved items through authorized vendors. Contact the facility for current regulations.

Notable Inmates

Due to privacy concerns and changing inmate populations, we cannot provide a list of notable inmates. However, as a maximum-security facility, Donaldson has housed numerous individuals convicted of serious crimes in Alabama.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Donaldson Correctional Facility. If you are have completed a Donaldson Correctional Facility inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Donaldson Correctional Facility can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Donaldson Correctional Facility. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

100 Warrior Lane, Bessemer, AL, 35023-7299

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 205-436-3681 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Donaldson Correctional Facility, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

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General Stats for Alabama

Alabama Total Number of Inmates

35,861

Alabama Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

47,407

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

384

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

8,245

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,660

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

254

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.64

18,176

Female

6.36

1,235

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

55.64

444

Detained

38.35

306

Diverted

5.64

45

Prisons and Jails in Alabama