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Inmate Guide: Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF)

Overview of the Facility

Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF) is the only all-female prison in Kansas. It houses minimum, medium, and maximum-security inmates and is operated by the Kansas Department of Corrections.

Contact Information

Address: 815 SE Rice Road, Topeka, KS 66607
Phone: (785) 296-3317
Website: https://www.doc.ks.gov/facilities/tcf

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at TCF, use the Kansas Department of Corrections' online offender search tool: KASPER (Kansas Adult Supervised Population Electronic Repository)

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours vary depending on the housing unit and security level. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Contact the facility directly for current visitation schedules and procedures.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

  • Online: JPay
  • Phone: 1-800-574-5729
  • MoneyGram: Use receive code 6902

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates can make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts. Video visitation may be available through GTL (Global Tel Link). Contact the facility for specific details on phone and video communication options.

Inmate Services and Programs

TCF offers various programs including:

  • Educational programs (GED, college courses)
  • Vocational training
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Mental health services
  • Religious services
  • Parenting classes

History of the Facility

Topeka Correctional Facility was established in 1970 and has undergone several expansions and renovations over the years to accommodate the growing female inmate population in Kansas.

Security and Management Information

TCF is a multi-security level facility with minimum, medium, and maximum-security units. It employs trained correctional officers and uses modern security systems to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. They also have the right to receive visits from approved family members and friends, subject to facility rules and regulations.

Booking and Release Process

New inmates undergo a comprehensive intake process, including medical screening and classification. Upon release, inmates receive pre-release counseling and assistance with reintegration planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I send to an inmate at TCF?

Inmates can receive approved items through authorized vendors only. Contact the facility for a list of approved items and vendors.

How often can inmates make phone calls?

Phone privileges vary based on an inmate's security level and behavior. Generally, inmates have access to phones during designated times throughout the day.

Are inmates allowed to work while incarcerated at TCF?

Yes, many inmates at TCF have work assignments within the facility or participate in vocational training programs.

Notable Former Inmates

While specific information about famous prisoners at TCF is limited, the facility has housed various high-profile female offenders from Kansas over the years. Due to privacy concerns, we cannot provide a list of specific individuals.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF). If you are have completed a Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF) 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 Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF) 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 Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF). Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

815 Southeast Rice Road, Topeka, KS, 66607

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 785-296-3432 .

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 Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF), 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 Kansas

Kansas Total Number of Inmates

16,488

Kansas Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

15,874

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

286

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

5,428

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

1,487

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.63

7,704

Female

8.37

704

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

48.33

174

Detained

51.67

186

Diverted

0

0