Taylorville Correctional Center

The Taylorville Correctional Center, located in Taylorville, Illinois, is a minimum-security prison for adult males. Opened in November 1990, the facility is managed by the Illinois Department of Corrections. It is situated approximately 30 miles southeast of Springfield, Illinois, along Illinois Route 29.

The center has an operational capacity of 1,201 inmates, with a current population of 1,140 as of June 30, 2024. The facility offers a range of programs aimed at rehabilitation and skill-building, including academic courses like Adult Basic Education (ABE) and GED preparation, as well as vocational training in culinary arts, construction, and horticulture. Volunteer services such as Alcoholics Anonymous and parenting programs are also available to inmates.

Taylorville Correctional Center emphasizes reentry programs to reduce recidivism and prepare inmates for life after incarceration. The facility also houses specialized programs like the Volunteer Sex Offender Program (VSOTP), which provides therapy and psychoeducational classes.

Visitation at the center is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Video visitation is offered daily, with hours from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Visitors must schedule their visits in advance.

The center’s mission is to enhance public safety while fostering an environment that supports personal growth and successful reintegration into society. With its focus on education, vocational training, and therapeutic programs, Taylorville Correctional Center aims to provide inmates with the tools they need to lead productive lives post-incarceration.

For further information about the Taylorville 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.