La Palma Correctional Facility

Located in Eloy, Arizona, the La Palma Correctional Facility is a medium-security prison that has played a significant role in the state’s correctional system since its opening in 2008. Managed by CoreCivic, a private corrections management corporation, this facility operates under contract with the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, and Reentry.

The prison houses up to 2,706 male inmates, offering various rehabilitation and personal development programs. These include educational opportunities like literacy training, GED programs, and vocational courses in electrical and woodworking fields. 

Self-improvement programs that focus on substance abuse treatment, behavior change, and victim awareness are also available to inmates.

La Palma’s location in Eloy places it adjacent to three other correctional facilities also operated by CoreCivic, forming a cluster of prisons that embody both the challenges and efforts of modern incarceration. While the facility has been in continuous operation since its establishment, it has also faced criticism and scrutiny regarding certain operational aspects, a common thread in discussions around privately managed prisons.

Visitation at La Palma is structured and scheduled to ensure the security of inmates and visitors. For February 2025, specific visitation days are set for the weekends of February 7th, 8th, 16th, and 17th. Family members and friends are encouraged to check ahead to understand the visitation policies and prepare accordingly.

Through its programs and partnerships, La Palma Correctional Facility emphasizes rehabilitation opportunities for inmates while working to maintain a secure and safe environment for all. Its role in Arizona’s correctional ecosystem remains substantial, serving as a key venue for custody and reform efforts statewide.

For further information about the Central Arizona Correctional Facility, including inmate records search and visitation details, individuals can refer to the official website of the Arizona Department of Corrections or utilize online inmate search platforms specific to the state of Arizona.