Madison, IN Madison Correctional Facility View
Madison Correctional Facility is an Indiana Department of Correction facility located in Madison, Jefferson County, Indiana. It is a state correctional facility, not a county jail, and is operated by the Indiana Department of Correction. The facility primarily houses adult female inmates who have been sentenced to state custody. It generally does not serve as the main booking location for local pretrial detainees; arrests in Jefferson County are typically processed through the county jail or local law enforcement. The facility’s role is to provide secure custody, supervision, programming, and reentry services for inmates assigned through the state correctional system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Madison Correctional Facility
Members of the public can look up an inmate using the official inmate search link available on this page. State and jail rosters typically list identifying details such as the person’s name, booking or admission date, current location, charges or offense information, sentence details when available, and custody status. Records may not appear immediately after an arrest, transfer, or intake because processing and database updates can take several hours. If a person was recently arrested in Jefferson County and does not appear in the state system, check the county jail roster or contact the arresting agency for current custody information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Madison Correctional Facility?
Visits are generally scheduled under Indiana Department of Correction rules. Visitors usually must be approved in advance, follow the posted visiting schedule, and comply with facility security procedures.
What do I need to bring when visiting Madison Correctional Facility?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and only items allowed under the visitor rules. Minors usually need to be accompanied by an approved adult and may require additional documentation.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates cannot usually receive incoming personal calls. Families can set up phone or video services through the approved provider used here, and calls may be monitored or recorded.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and ID number, and follow the current mail rules for the facility. Do not send prohibited items, and check official instructions before sending photos, books, or money orders.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Families can usually add funds through the approved deposit system, subject to fees, limits, and processing times.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Madison Correctional Facility?
Because this is a state correctional facility, most inmates here are serving sentences and do not have bail through the facility. If the person has a pending case or bond issue, contact the court, county jail, or clerk’s office handling that case.
What happens during the intake process at Madison Correctional Facility and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review records, complete health and security screening, and assign housing. Online records may take several hours or longer to update after transfer or admission, so the inmate may not appear right away.