Lihue, HI Kauai Community Correctional Center View
Kauai Community Correctional Center is a state-operated correctional facility in Lihue, Kauai County, Hawaii. It is operated by the Hawaii Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and serves as the primary local detention facility for Kauai. The facility generally holds adults who are awaiting court proceedings, inmates serving shorter sentences, and people held for probation, parole, or other custody matters. It supports the local justice system by receiving arrestees, housing pretrial detainees, coordinating court appearances, and managing custody for sentenced inmates assigned to the facility.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Kauai Community Correctional Center
Members of the public can look for an inmate using the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. Inmate rosters typically list basic custody information such as the person’s name, booking date, charges, housing or custody status, and sometimes a scheduled release or court-related information. Records may not appear immediately after an arrest because booking, identification, classification, and data entry can take several hours. If the person is not listed right away, check again later or contact the facility for guidance. Information can change as charges, court orders, transfers, or release decisions are updated.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Kauai Community Correctional Center?
Visiting rules, days, and times can change, so contact the facility or check the official instructions before going. Visitors are usually required to be approved in advance and must follow all facility rules during the visit.
What do I need to bring when visiting Kauai Community Correctional Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Minors usually must be accompanied by an approved adult, and personal items may be restricted or required to be left outside the visiting area.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls. They may be able to place outgoing calls through the approved phone service, and video calling may be available if the facility offers it.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and any identifying number if available, and use the facility’s official mailing address. Mail is usually inspected for safety and must follow rules on paper, photos, envelopes, and prohibited items.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as hygiene products, snacks, and writing supplies if funds are available. Families may be able to deposit money through an approved method, but limits and fees can apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Kauai Community Correctional Center?
Bail is set by the court based on the charges, court history, and other legal factors. To post bond, contact the facility or the appropriate court for the current amount, accepted payment methods, and release procedures.
What happens during the intake process at Kauai Community Correctional Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record booking information, review charges, screen for medical and safety needs, and assign custody status. Records often take several hours to become searchable, so a newly booked person may not appear in the system right away.