Raiford, FL Union Correctional Institution View
Union Correctional Institution is a Florida state prison in Raiford, Union County, operated by the Florida Department of Corrections. It houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state prison, including inmates in close-custody settings. It is not a county jail and generally does not hold people awaiting local court hearings or newly arrested pretrial detainees. The facility’s role is to provide secure confinement, supervision, and state prison services for individuals committed to the Florida prison system by the courts.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Union Correctional Institution
Members of the public can search for an inmate using the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or the Florida Department of Corrections inmate search. Inmate records typically list the person’s name, DC number or booking identifier, current location, custody status, sentence information, and offense details. County jail rosters may also show booking date, charges, bond information, and release status. Records are not always searchable immediately after a person is processed; intake and data entry can take several hours. If the person was recently arrested, check the county jail first before searching the state prison system.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Union Correctional Institution ?
Visitors generally must be approved before visiting here. Check the facility or Florida Department of Corrections visitor rules for application steps, visiting hours, dress code, and any limits on who may visit.
What do I need to bring when visiting Union Correctional Institution ?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Only approved items are allowed inside, so review the facility’s rules before arriving.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming calls, but they may place outgoing calls through the approved phone system. Family members may need to create an account with the facility’s phone or video service provider and follow all call rules.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number on all mail, and follow the facility’s mailing instructions. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved materials 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 the approved payment system, subject to limits and fees.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Union Correctional Institution ?
Bail usually applies to people held in a county jail before trial, not to sentenced state prison inmates housed here. If the person has a pending local case, contact the court clerk or the county jail where the arrest was processed for bond information.
What happens during the intake process at Union Correctional Institution and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, complete screenings, and enter the person into the correctional system. Records may take several hours or longer to update, so a newly transferred inmate may not appear in the search system immediately.