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Allen County Work Release Center - Indiana

Overview of the Facility

The Allen County Work Release Center is a correctional facility located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It is designed to help inmates transition back into society by allowing them to work or attend educational programs during the day while returning to the center at night.

Contact Information

Address: 201 W Superior St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Phone: (260) 449-7310
Website: https://www.allencountysheriff.org/confinement/work-release/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Allen County Work Release Center, you can use the Allen County Sheriff's Department online inmate search tool or contact the facility directly.

Visitation Information

Visitation policies and hours may vary. It is recommended to contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through various methods, including:

  • Online through the TouchPay system
  • By phone using TouchPay at 1-866-232-1899
  • At kiosks located in the lobby of the Allen County Jail

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at the Work Release Center may have access to phone calls. For specific information on phone policies and any video visitation options, please contact the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Allen County Work Release Center offers various programs to help inmates prepare for reintegration into society, including:

  • Work opportunities
  • Educational programs
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Life skills training

Security and Management Information

The Allen County Work Release Center is operated by the Allen County Sheriff's Department. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and the community while allowing participants to engage in work and educational activities.

Booking and Release Process

Inmates are typically transferred to the Work Release Center from the Allen County Jail or other correctional facilities. The release process involves successful completion of the work release program and meeting all required conditions set by the court and the facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the work release program?

Eligibility for the work release program is typically determined by the court and may include factors such as the nature of the offense, length of sentence, and behavior while incarcerated. Non-violent offenders with shorter sentences are often considered for work release programs.

Can inmates in the work release program use cell phones?

Generally, inmates in work release programs are not allowed to possess or use personal cell phones while in the facility. However, they may have access to phones for necessary communication related to their work or education programs.

What happens if an inmate violates the rules of the work release program?

If an inmate violates the rules of the work release program, they may face disciplinary action, which could include loss of privileges, additional restrictions, or removal from the program and return to a more secure correctional facility.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Allen County Work Release Center. If you are have completed a Allen County Work Release Center 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 Allen County Work Release Center 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 Allen County Work Release Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

715 South Calhoun Street, Ft. Wayne, IN, 46802-1898

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 260-449-7107 .

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 Allen County Work Release Center, 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 Indiana

Indiana Total Number of Inmates

43,287

Indiana Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

99,763

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

335

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

6,136

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,940

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

3,719

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

90.98

20,796

Female

9.02

2,061

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

67.79

783

Detained

28.83

333

Diverted

2.34

27

Prisons and Jails in Indiana