Hilo, HI Hawaii Community Correctional Center View
Hawaii Community Correctional Center is a community correctional facility in Hilo, Hawaii County, Hawaii. It is operated by the Hawaii Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and serves the island of Hawaii. The facility generally holds adults who are awaiting trial, sentencing, transfer, or other court action, as well as some sentenced inmates serving shorter terms or awaiting placement. Its role is to provide secure custody, intake processing, and local detention services for people arrested or committed through Hawaii County courts and law enforcement agencies.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Hawaii Community Correctional Center
To find someone held at Hawaii Community Correctional Center, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. Jail rosters typically list basic custody information such as the person’s name, booking date, charges, housing or custody status, and sometimes scheduled release or court information. Records are not always searchable right away after an arrest because booking, identification, medical screening, and data entry can take several hours. If the person does not appear immediately, check again later or contact the facility for current custody information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Hawaii Community Correctional Center?
Visiting rules, hours, and scheduling requirements can change, so confirm the current process before going. Visitors usually must be approved in advance and follow the facility’s dress code, conduct rules, and check-in procedures.
What do I need to bring when visiting Hawaii Community Correctional Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, military ID, or passport. Minors usually must be accompanied by an approved adult, and only limited personal items may be allowed inside.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place outgoing calls through the approved phone provider. Video calling, if available, must usually be scheduled and paid for through the facility’s authorized service.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and any required identification number, along with the facility mailing address. Mail is screened, 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 or friends may be able to deposit funds through approved methods, but limits, fees, and posting times can vary.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Hawaii Community Correctional Center?
Bail is set by the court based on the charge, court schedule, and other legal factors. To post bond, contact the facility or the court clerk for the current amount, accepted payment methods, and where payment must be made.
What happens during the intake process at Hawaii Community Correctional Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff typically confirm identity, record booking information, screen for medical and safety needs, inventory property, and assign custody status. Records may take several hours to appear online, so a newly booked person may not show in the system right away.