Pinckneyville Correctional Center

Pinckneyville Correctional Center, a medium-security facility for adult males, opened its doors in October 1998. Located in Pinckneyville, Illinois, the institution has an operational capacity of 2,827 inmates, though its population was recorded at 1,756 as of June 30, 2024. The facility spans 19 buildings across 148 acres, with accommodations designed to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities, including 64 dedicated ADA-compliant beds.

Beyond providing a secure and humane environment, the center prioritizes rehabilitation and reintegration through robust educational and vocational programs. Academic offerings include Adult Basic Education (ABE), Advanced Adult Basic Education, and GED preparation.

Career and technical education programs, such as culinary arts, horticulture, custodial maintenance, and construction occupations, empower individuals with practical skills. Reentry initiatives and programming, like TRAC I and lifestyle redirection, further support inmates in successfully transitioning back to their communities.

The center maintains structured visitation hours for family and friends wishing to visit. Visitors can meet inmates daily during three time slots:

• 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
• 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Video visitation is available through GTL, requiring visitors to log in 15 minutes before the start time.

Pinckneyville Correctional Center enforces strict security measures to protect the public and staff and focuses on providing resources that promote personal growth and reduce recidivism. Its commitment to rehabilitation, combined with its focus on education, vocational training, and structured reentry programs, makes it vital to fostering positive change among its population.

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