Lucasville, OH Southern Ohio Correctional Facility View
Southern Ohio Correctional Facility is a state correctional institution in Lucasville, Scioto County, Ohio. It is operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, not the county sheriff. The facility primarily houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state prison, including inmates assigned to high-security custody levels. It is not typically used as a local jail for newly arrested pretrial detainees. Its role in the justice system is to securely confine and manage people committed to state custody by Ohio courts.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Southern Ohio Correctional Facility
Members of the public can look for an inmate using the official inmate search link available on this page. State and local inmate search tools typically list information such as the person’s name, inmate number or booking details, admission or booking date, charges or offense information, sentence status, and custody location. Records do not always appear immediately after a person is taken into custody or transferred; processing can take several hours, and updates may be delayed. If the person was recently arrested, they may first appear in a county jail roster before any state prison record is updated.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Southern Ohio Correctional Facility?
Visits must usually be scheduled in advance and approved under the facility’s visitation rules. Check the official visitation instructions before going, because hours, approval requirements, and allowed visit types can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Southern Ohio Correctional Facility?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID and must follow dress code and security rules. Bring only items allowed by the facility, as personal property is usually limited during visits.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone system. Video calling, if offered, must be set up through the approved service provider and may require scheduling and fees.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name and identification number, along with the correct facility mailing address. All mail is subject to inspection, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows eligible inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through the approved deposit system, subject to facility rules and account limits.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Southern Ohio Correctional Facility?
This facility mainly houses sentenced state inmates, so bail or bond is usually not handled here. If the person has a pending court case, contact the court or the county jail where the person was booked for bond information.
What happens during the intake process at Southern Ohio Correctional Facility and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, and complete medical and security screening. Search records may take several hours or longer to update, so a newly transferred or newly processed inmate may not appear in the system right away.