Danville, IL Danville Correctional Center View
Danville Correctional Center is a state correctional facility in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois. It is operated by the Illinois Department of Corrections and primarily houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state prison. It is not a local county jail for most pretrial detainees. The facility’s role is to provide secure custody, supervision, programs, and reentry services for people serving Illinois prison sentences. Local arrests, short-term holds, and most pretrial custody matters are usually handled by the county jail or local law enforcement before any transfer to state custody.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Danville Correctional Center
To find someone held at Danville Correctional Center, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or state inmate lookup. Inmate records typically list the person’s name, ID number, custody location, admission or booking date, offense information, sentence details, and custody status. New records do not always appear immediately after arrival or processing. Intake, verification, and data entry can take several hours, and transfers may also delay updates. If the person was recently arrested in Vermilion County, check the county jail roster first, because pretrial detainees are usually listed there before any state prison transfer.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Danville Correctional Center?
Visits usually require advance approval and may require visitors to be on the inmate’s approved visiting list. Check the facility’s current visiting schedule, rules, and any reservation requirements before traveling.
What do I need to bring when visiting Danville Correctional Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Visitors should follow the dress code and leave restricted items in their vehicle or at home.
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 visits, if available, must be scheduled through the facility’s approved system.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and ID number, and use the mailing address listed by the facility or the Illinois Department of Corrections. Mail is screened, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved 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 add funds through the approved payment system, subject to fees and deposit limits.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Danville Correctional Center?
Bail and bond are usually handled by the court and county jail before a person is sentenced. Because the facility mainly houses sentenced state inmates, questions about bond should be directed to the court clerk or the county jail where the case began.
What happens during the intake process at Danville Correctional Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, and complete health and security screening. Records may take several hours to appear online, and transfer updates may not show immediately.