Pugsley Correctional Facility (MPF) - Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Pugsley Correctional Facility (MPF) was a state prison for adult male felons located in Kingsley, Michigan. It operated as a minimum-security facility until its closure in September 2016.

Contact Information

Address: 7401 E. Walton Road, Kingsley, MI 49649

Note: As the facility is now closed, there is no current contact information available.

Facility Closure

Pugsley Correctional Facility was closed on September 24, 2016, as part of the Michigan Department of Corrections' efforts to reduce costs and consolidate operations. At the time of its closure, the facility housed approximately 230 prisoners.

History of the Facility

Pugsley Correctional Facility opened in 1956 as a camp for minimum-security prisoners. It was originally named Camp Pugsley and was used to house inmates who worked on conservation projects in the surrounding area. Over the years, the facility expanded and underwent several renovations to accommodate a larger inmate population and provide additional programs and services.

Security and Management Information

Before its closure, Pugsley Correctional Facility operated as a Level I (minimum security) prison. It had a capacity of approximately 1,340 inmates and employed around 230 staff members.

Inmate Services and Programs

Prior to closure, Pugsley Correctional Facility offered various educational, vocational, and rehabilitative programs to inmates, including:

• GED classes
• Adult basic education
• Vocational training in areas such as horticulture and food service
• Substance abuse treatment
• Mental health services
• Religious programs
• Recreation activities

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