Charleston, ME Mountain View Correctional Facility View
Mountain View Correctional Facility is a state correctional facility in Charleston, Maine, in Penobscot County. It is operated by the Maine Department of Corrections, not the county sheriff. The facility generally houses adult inmates in state custody, including sentenced inmates assigned to the Maine prison system. It is not primarily used as a local booking jail for newly arrested pretrial detainees, who are usually held at a county jail unless transferred by court order or state authority. The facility’s role is to provide secure custody, supervision, programs, and reentry services for inmates serving state sentences or otherwise placed in state correctional custody.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Mountain View Correctional Facility
To find an inmate here, use the official inmate search link on this page for the facility’s roster or Maine Department of Corrections lookup. Inmate rosters typically list basic custody information such as the person’s name, booking or admission date, charges or offenses, and current custody status. For a state facility, records may also show an inmate number, housing location, sentence information, or release eligibility when available. Records do not always appear immediately after a person is booked, transferred, or admitted. Processing can take several hours, and the online system may update later than the facility’s internal records. If you cannot find the person, check the spelling of the name, try again later, or contact the facility or Maine Department of Corrections for guidance.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Mountain View Correctional Facility?
Visitors usually must be approved before visiting an inmate here. Check the facility’s current visiting schedule, rules, and application process before making plans, because visiting days and times can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Mountain View Correctional Facility?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Follow the dress code and leave prohibited items, including weapons, drugs, and most personal property, outside the visiting area.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone system. If video visits are offered, you may need to create an account with the approved service provider and follow scheduling rules.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name and inmate number if available, along with the facility’s mailing address. Mail is usually inspected for security, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved packages 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 money through an approved payment system, but limits, fees, and posting times can vary.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Mountain View Correctional Facility?
Bail is set by a court or bail commissioner, not by the facility. Because this is a state correctional facility, many inmates here are serving sentences and may not be eligible for bail; if bail applies, contact the court or the holding county jail for posting instructions.
What happens during the intake process at Mountain View Correctional Facility and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assess medical and security needs, and assign custody status or housing. Online records may take several hours or longer to appear after admission or transfer, so the inmate may not be searchable right away.