Wewahitchka, FL Gulf Correctional Institution Annex View

Gulf Correctional Institution Annex is a Florida state correctional facility in Wewahitchka, Gulf County, operated by the Florida Department of Corrections. It primarily houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state custody, rather than people held only for short-term pretrial detention. The facility functions as part of Florida’s prison system, providing secure confinement, supervision, and institutional services for sentenced inmates. Local arrests and newly booked pretrial detainees are generally processed through the appropriate county jail before any transfer to state custody.

Contact and Location Information

Jail Name: Gulf Correctional Institution Annex
Type: State Prison
Security Level: Mixed
Address: 699 Ike Steele Road
City: Wewahitchka
Zip: 32465-0010
Phone: 850-639-1000
Gulf Correctional Institution Annex Contact Details

How to Find an Inmate at Gulf Correctional Institution Annex

To find someone held here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or custody lookup. Inmate rosters and search tools typically list identifying and custody information such as name, booking or admission date, charges or offense details, and current custody status; state prison records may also show a Department of Corrections number, facility location, sentence information, and release date when available. Records do not always appear immediately after an arrest, transfer, or booking because processing and data entry can take several hours. If the person was recently arrested in Gulf County and does not appear in the state system, check the local county jail or court records.

FAQs

How do I visit an inmate at Gulf Correctional Institution Annex?

Visitors usually must be approved before visiting an inmate here. Check the facility’s current visitation schedule, rules, and application process before making travel plans, because visits may be limited by housing unit, security level, or institutional needs.

What do I need to bring when visiting Gulf Correctional Institution Annex?

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and any visitor approval information required by the facility. Follow the dress code and leave prohibited items in your vehicle or at home, as entry may be denied for rule violations.

How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?

Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone service. If video visitation is available, you must follow the vendor registration process and facility rules for scheduling and conduct.

How do I send mail to an inmate?

Address mail with the inmate’s full name and identification number, and use the mailing address required by the facility. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or unauthorized enclosures may be rejected.

How does the commissary work?

Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family and friends may be able to deposit funds through approved payment methods, subject to facility rules, limits, and processing fees.

How is bail set and how do I post bond at Gulf Correctional Institution Annex?

Bail usually applies to people held before trial in a county jail, not to sentenced state prison inmates housed here. If the person was recently arrested, contact the county jail or clerk of court handling the case for bond amount, payment options, and court requirements.

What happens during the intake process at Gulf Correctional Institution Annex and when will the inmate appear in the system?

During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, complete screening, and enter custody information into the system. Records may take several hours or longer to appear online after booking, transfer, or admission, so check again later if the inmate does not appear right away.

Mailing to Gulf Correctional Institution Annex Inmates and Staff

Inmate Visiting Days and Hours

Day of Week Hours
Monday 8am-2:30pm
Tuesday 8am-2:30pm
Wednesday 8am-2:30pm
Thursday 8am-2:30pm
Friday 8am-2:30pm
Saturday 7:30am-3pm
Sunday 7:30am-3pm
Holiday N/A

How to Send Money to Gulf Correctional Institution Annex

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Gulf Correctional Institution Annex through approved methods to help them purchase essential items from the commissary.