Dannemora, NY Clinton Correctional Facility View
Clinton Correctional Facility is a New York State maximum-security prison in Dannemora, Clinton County. It is operated by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), not the county sheriff. The facility primarily houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state prison terms; it is not a local holding facility for routine pretrial detention. Its role is to confine, supervise, and provide state correctional programming for individuals committed to DOCCS custody by New York courts.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Clinton Correctional Facility
Use the official inmate search link on this page to look up people held here through the state inmate locator. State prison listings work differently from county jail rosters. County rosters often list a name, booking date, charges, and custody status, while a DOCCS record typically lists the person’s legal name, identification number, current facility, custody status, and release information when available. New admissions, transfers, or updates can take several hours or longer to process, so records may not appear immediately. If you do not find the person, check spelling, try any known legal names, and search again later.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Clinton Correctional Facility?
Visits are handled under New York State DOCCS rules. Check the current visiting schedule, approval requirements, and any limits before traveling to the facility.
What do I need to bring when visiting Clinton Correctional Facility?
Visitors generally need valid government-issued photo identification. Follow the facility dress code and do not bring prohibited items, as entry can be denied for rule violations.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates cannot receive incoming calls. Phone or video services, when available, are usually arranged through the approved vendor and must follow facility and DOCCS rules.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full legal name, identification number, facility name, and the correct mailing address. Mail is screened, and items that violate rules may be rejected or returned.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and stationery. Family or friends may be able to send funds through approved payment methods, subject to limits and fees.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Clinton Correctional Facility?
This facility mainly houses sentenced state inmates, so bail is usually not handled here. If a person has a pending case, bail or bond questions should be directed to the court or the local jail holding the person before state transfer.
What happens during the intake process at Clinton Correctional Facility and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake or transfer processing, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, and complete required screenings. Search records may take several hours or longer to update, so the inmate may not appear in the system right away.