Grimes Unit

The Grimes Unit, located in Newport, Jackson County, Arkansas, is a medium- and maximum-security prison for male offenders. Managed by the Arkansas Department of Corrections (ADC), this facility is critical in housing incarcerated individuals while maintaining the dual goals of security and rehabilitation.

Opened in 1998, the Grimes Unit can hold up to 1,012 inmates, offering both medium- and maximum-security accommodations. Initially, the facility was operated by the Wackenhut Corrections Corporation (now known as GEO Group). However, in 2001, after several years of private management, the Arkansas Department of Corrections took over operations. This marked a significant shift in the management approach, aligning the prison’s goals with state-operated objectives.

While the Grimes Unit’s primary mission is incarceration, it also aims to prepare male offenders for reintegration into society by providing educational programs, vocational training, and other resources. These efforts focus on reducing recidivism and promoting positive outcomes for individuals upon their release.

Family connection remains essential to inmate well-being, and visitation is accommodated under specific guidelines. Visitation is permitted on:

• Saturday or Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Each inmate may have up to four visitors per session, including children. These visits are strictly regulated to ensure security and order, with approved visitors adhering to dress codes and identification checks.

Through its dedicated operations and focus on both security and rehabilitation, the Grimes Unit continues to serve the state as a crucial piece of Arkansas’s correctional system.

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