Alaska State Trooper Detention: Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
Alaska State Trooper Detention facilities are temporary holding centers managed by the Alaska State Troopers. These facilities are used to detain individuals for short periods before they are transferred to larger correctional institutions or released.
Contact Information
Address: Various locations throughout Alaska
Phone: (907) 269-5511 (Alaska Department of Public Safety main number)
Website: https://dps.alaska.gov/AST/Home
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate in an Alaska State Trooper Detention facility, contact the nearest Alaska State Trooper post or use the Alaska Department of Corrections' online Offender Search tool at VINELink.
Visitation Information
Due to the temporary nature of these detention facilities, visitation is generally not permitted. Individuals are typically held for short periods before being transferred or released.
How to Send Money
As these are temporary holding facilities, sending money directly to inmates is not typically possible. For individuals transferred to larger correctional facilities, money can be sent through the Alaska Department of Corrections' approved methods.
Phone Calls and Video Options
Phone call availability may be limited due to the short-term nature of detention. Detainees are usually allowed to make at least one phone call upon arrival. Video visitation is not available at these temporary facilities.
Inmate Services and Programs
Due to the short-term nature of detention, extensive services and programs are not typically offered at Alaska State Trooper Detention facilities.
Security and Management Information
Alaska State Trooper Detention facilities are managed by trained law enforcement officers. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of detainees and staff.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Detainees have the right to contact an attorney. Due to the temporary nature of these facilities, regular visitation is not typically available.
Booking and Release Process
The booking process involves collecting personal information, fingerprinting, and photographing the detainee. Release may occur after posting bail, receiving a court order, or transfer to another facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are individuals typically held in Alaska State Trooper Detention facilities?
Individuals are usually held for short periods, typically less than 72 hours, before being transferred to larger correctional facilities or released.
Can I visit someone in an Alaska State Trooper Detention facility?
Due to the temporary nature of these facilities, visitation is generally not permitted. Detainees are typically transferred or released within a short period.
How can I find out if someone is being held in an Alaska State Trooper Detention facility?
Contact the nearest Alaska State Trooper post or use the Alaska Department of Corrections' online Offender Search tool at VINELink.