Inmate Guide: Holman Correctional Facility, Alabama
Overview of the Facility
Holman Correctional Facility is a maximum-security state prison for men located in Atmore, Alabama. It is operated by the Alabama Department of Corrections and is known for housing death row inmates and being the only facility in Alabama that carries out executions.
Contact Information
Address: 866 Ross Road, Atmore, AL 36503
Phone: (251) 368-8173
Website: Alabama Department of Corrections - Holman Correctional Facility
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate at Holman Correctional Facility, you can use the Alabama Department of Corrections' online inmate search tool: Inmate Search
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation at Holman Correctional Facility is typically on weekends and holidays. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Contact the facility directly for specific visitation hours and requirements.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:
- Online: Access Corrections
- Phone: 1-866-345-1884
- Mail: Money orders can be sent to the facility address
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts. For more information on phone services, visit: Global Tel Link (GTL)
Inmate Services and Programs
Holman Correctional Facility offers various programs including:
- Educational programs
- Vocational training
- Substance abuse treatment
- Religious services
History of the Facility
Holman Correctional Facility opened in 1969. It has been the site of several notable incidents and riots over the years, including a major disturbance in 1974 and more recent incidents in 2016 and 2019.
Security and Management Information
As a maximum-security prison, Holman employs strict security measures. The facility houses some of Alabama's most dangerous offenders and is responsible for carrying out executions in the state.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates at Holman Correctional Facility have the right to legal representation and visitation. However, these rights may be subject to certain restrictions due to the high-security nature of the facility.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are typically transferred to Holman from other facilities after sentencing. The release process varies depending on the inmate's sentence and situation. Death row inmates may be transferred to Holman for execution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Holman Correctional Facility a maximum-security prison?
Yes, Holman Correctional Facility is a maximum-security state prison for men in Alabama.
Does Holman house death row inmates?
Yes, Holman Correctional Facility houses death row inmates and is the only facility in Alabama that carries out executions.
How can I send money to an inmate at Holman?
You can send money to inmates at Holman through Access Corrections online, by phone, or by mailing a money order to the facility.
Notable Inmates
Some famous prisoners who have served time at Holman Correctional Facility include:
- Walter McMillian - Wrongfully convicted of murder and spent six years on death row before being exonerated. His story was featured in the film "Just Mercy."
- Daniel Lee Siebert - Serial killer who confessed to multiple murders. He died of cancer while on death row at Holman in 2008.
- Judith Ann Neelley - Convicted of torture and murder. She was initially sentenced to death but later had her sentence commuted to life imprisonment.
