Rawlins, WY Wyoming State Penitentiary View
Wyoming State Penitentiary is a state correctional facility in Rawlins, Carbon County, Wyoming. It is operated by the Wyoming Department of Corrections and primarily houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state prison. It is not a county jail and generally does not hold local pretrial detainees awaiting court in Carbon County. The facility’s role is to provide secure custody, supervision, and correctional programming for people serving state sentences under Wyoming law.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Wyoming State Penitentiary
Members of the public can use the official inmate search link available on this page to look for someone in custody at the facility. Inmate records typically list the person’s name, identification number, custody location, sentence or offense information, and custody status; county jail rosters may also show booking date and charges. Records are not always searchable immediately after a person is received or transferred. Processing, verification, and data entry can take several hours, so check again later if the person does not appear right away.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Wyoming State Penitentiary?
Visits usually require advance approval and must follow the facility’s visitation schedule and rules. Contact the facility or check its official visitation information before traveling, because hours, visitor lists, and procedures can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Wyoming State Penitentiary?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and only items allowed by the facility. Minors usually must be accompanied by an approved adult, and all visitors are subject to security screening.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone provider. Video visits, if available, must be scheduled and paid for through the approved service.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number, and follow the facility’s mailing rules. Mail is screened, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved personal items, snacks, and hygiene products if they have funds available. Deposits are usually made through an approved payment service or other method listed by the facility.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Wyoming State Penitentiary?
This facility primarily holds sentenced state inmates, so bail usually does not apply after transfer here. If the person has a pending case or bond question, contact the court or the county jail where the case is being handled.
What happens during the intake process at Wyoming State Penitentiary and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review records, complete screening, assign housing, and enter information into the custody system. It can take several hours or longer for records to appear online, especially after a transfer or new admission.