South Carolina Inmate
Inmate Telephone Lists
Inmates admitted to SCDC are allowed to list the names, addresses, and phone numbers for up to five people that they wish to call. Approximately two weeks after completing the form, the inmate will be issued a Personal Identification Number (PIN) and will be temporarily allowed to call these numbers at times allowed by the institutional schedule. ... Inmate Phone Service Provider ... Sprint and the S.C. Department of Corrections are making it easier for families to stay in touch with relatives incarcerated in the state’s prisons. Effective immediately, family members can save 20 percent of the cost usually associated with calls from inmates by simply prepaying. To sign up, interested parties can call 1-888-664-7839 . The traditional collect calling plan also will remain in place for those who prefer to use it. ... [Read More]
Inmate Search
SCDC offers the Internet “inmate search” feature and the toll free inmate information line (877-846-3472) as a public service to interested citizens. While SCDC strives to ensure accuracy of this information, it makes no guarantees as to the reliability of the data. Under no circumstances will SCDC be liable for any damages, direct or indirect, with regard to any and all information obtained through the use of this service. Please report data errors or discrepancies via E-mail to corrections.info@doc.state.sc.us . ... [Read More]
FAQs Inmate Telephones
Local phone providers may choose not to have a billing and collection agreement with other phone company providers and/or third party billing agents. If they choose not to provide this service, the inmate phone provider has no way to bill you for the calls you have received. Thus, your calls may be restricted until you contact us to make arrangements for PrePay calling. ... It may be due to your local phone service provider not having a billing and collection agreement with the South Carolina Department of Corrections' inmate phone service provider. ... [Read More]
Inmate Status Inquiries
The Division of Victim Services provides a Telephone Status Check Service. Call the Division of Victim Services, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am till 5:00 pm, to check on an inmate's location, projected release eligibility dates or with any other concerns or questions you may have. Always be sure to use the Inmate's name and SCDC Identification Number. ... Unfortunately, we do not currently have the ability to offer an online inmate look-up service. Please keep checking this site for future enhancements. ... [Read More]
SCDC Inmate Visitation Rules
Inmates authorized contact visiting will be allowed to embrace and to kiss visitors once at the beginning and once at the end of each visit. Whenever possible, depending upon the number of visitors and the shape of tables, an inmate and visitor(s) are to be seated at opposite sides of the table. Exceptions may be made, if approved by the Duty Warden, to allow small children to be held by the inmate. Any other display of affection between inmate and visitor other than that described above will be prohibited, and may result in disciplinary action for the inmate and visiting suspension for the inmate and/or visitor involved. ... [Read More]
Corrections Grant Activities - South Carolina
The Residential Substance Abuse Treatment for State Prisoners Formula Grant Program (RSAT)assists states in developing or enhancing drug treatment for offenders. Grant-supported projectsmust be 6 to 12 months in duration. Treatment participants must reside apart from the generalinmate population. ... [Read More]
Victim Notification
-Death of Inmate ... *It is important to note that the South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services, a separate agency from the Department of Corrections, is responsible for notifying a registered victim when the inmate is scheduled to come before the parole board. That agency can be reached toll free at 1-888-551-4118. ... The notification program also provides information about changes in the status of an identified inmate, and offers an avenue for the victim or victim's family to raise considerations regarding those changes. Notices of release from custody are provided by letter. Telephone calls are immediate with information about escapes and subsequent apprehension. Special attention is provided to victims during the time the offender is on escape status. ... [Read More]
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, inmates may send any quantity of mail provided he/she bears the cost of postage. He/she may receive mail and packages, which should be marked with this information: inmate's legal name, SCDC number, living unit/room/wing, full name of institution and its address may be subject to limitation. SCDC may limit incoming mail when there is reasonable belief that it poses security threat, or when it contains these unauthorized contents: unpaid publication, cash, stamps, unauthorized checks or money order, Polaroid pictures, pre-stamped or "no postage necessary" envelops, musical/audible greeting cards, pre-paid phone cards, cash-on-delivery products, personal identification documents (such as driver's license, birth certificates), and financial statements. Contact the Division of Inmate Services for questions and details. ... [Read More]
BOP: FCI Estill
The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI), in Estill, South Carolina, is a medium security facility housing male inmates. It also has an adjacent satellite camp that houses minimum security male inmates. ... [Read More]
BOP: FCI Williamsburg
The Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Williamsburg is a medium security facility that houses male inmates. It has an adjacent minimum security male camp. ... [Read More]
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