Utah Department of Corrections (UT DOC) - Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
The Utah Department of Corrections (UT DOC) is responsible for managing the state's prison system and supervising parolees and probationers. It operates two main prison facilities: the Utah State Prison in Draper and the Central Utah Correctional Facility in Gunnison.
Contact Information
Address: 14717 S. Minuteman Drive, Draper, UT 84020
Phone: (801) 545-5500
Website: https://corrections.utah.gov/
Email: [email protected]
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate in the Utah Department of Corrections system, visit the Inmate Search page on the UT DOC website. You can search by name or offender number.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation policies and hours vary by facility. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Visiting an Inmate page on the UT DOC website. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list and follow all visitation rules and dress codes.
How to Send Money
There are several ways to send money to inmates in the Utah Department of Corrections:
- Online: Through JPay
- Phone: Call 1-800-574-5729
- MoneyGram: Use receive code 1267
- Mail: Send money orders to Inmate Accounting, P.O. Box 250, Draper, UT 84020
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates can make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts through the Global Tel Link (GTL) system. Video visitation is available at some facilities through the same provider.
Inmate Services and Programs
The Utah Department of Corrections offers various services and programs to inmates, including:
- Education and vocational training
- Substance abuse treatment
- Mental health services
- Religious services
- Work programs
History of the Facility
The Utah Department of Corrections was established in 1850, shortly after Utah became a territory. The Utah State Prison in Draper opened in 1951, and the Central Utah Correctional Facility in Gunnison began operations in 1990.
Security and Management Information
The UT DOC operates facilities with various security levels, from minimum to maximum security. The department employs trained correctional officers and uses modern security technologies to maintain order and safety within its facilities.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates in the Utah Department of Corrections have certain rights, including access to legal materials, legal correspondence, and attorney visits. For more information on inmate rights and policies, visit the Inmate Rights and Responsibilities page.
Booking and Release Process
When an individual is sentenced to prison in Utah, they undergo an intake process at the Reception and Orientation Facility. Upon release, inmates may be placed on parole or discharged from supervision, depending on their sentence and behavior while incarcerated.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often can inmates receive visits?
Visitation frequency depends on the facility and the inmate's custody level. Generally, inmates are allowed 1-2 visits per week.
What items can I send to an inmate?
Inmates can receive approved books, magazines, and newspapers directly from publishers. Personal items are generally not allowed to be sent.
How can I apply for visitation?
To apply for visitation, you must complete a visitor application form and submit it to the facility where the inmate is housed. The inmate must also add you to their approved visitor list.
Famous Prisoners
Some notable individuals who have served time in Utah Department of Corrections facilities include:
- Gary Gilmore - Executed in 1977 for murder, the first person executed in the United States after the reinstatement of the death penalty.
- Mark Hofmann - Imprisoned for forgery and murder related to forged Mormon documents.
- Ron Lafferty - Convicted of murder in a religiously motivated killing.
- Ronnie Lee Gardner - Executed in 2010 for murder, the last person to be executed by firing squad in Utah.
- Warren Jeffs - Former leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, convicted of child sexual assault.
