VA DOC - Buckingham Correctional Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 07, 2024
Address
1349 Correctional Center Rd, Dillwyn, VA 23936
Beds
1100
County
Buckingham
Phone
434-391-5980
Mailing Address
P.O Box 430, Dillwyn, VA 23936

Buckingham Correctional is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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Located at 1349 Correctional Center Rd in Dillwyn, VA, Buckingham Correctional carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Buckingham Correctional offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

Buckingham Correctional Center (BCC) is a close-custody prison located in Dillwyn, VA, operated by the Virginia Department of Corrections, housing approximately 1,100 male offenders. The facility includes five housing units, a reception center, recreation and dining halls, an administration building, and a warehouse. Inmates participate in the Virginia Correctional Enterprise program, working in a metal shop and various institutional jobs such as laundry, landscaping, and kitchen work. Vocational programs offered include electrical wiring, plumbing, and commercial food preparation.

The security level of BCC ranges from 3 to 4, with specific assignment criteria for different types of sentences. The facility opened in 1982 and had an average daily population of 1,038 in June 2008. Special programs at BCC include Pen Pals, while inmates also have access to substance abuse treatment, anger management, sex offender treatment services, and a veterans support group, along with parenting and religious programs.

The Virginia state prison system offers a wide range of programs aimed at constructive inmate engagement and rehabilitation. These programs cater to the diverse needs of inmates, with a focus on promoting positive prison adjustment and reducing recidivism rates. Core programs cover inmate work activities, substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and life skills programming.

Substance abuse programming is particularly emphasized, with intensive treatment offered in Therapeutic Community programs across multiple prisons. These programs have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing recidivism rates when paired with community follow-up services. Additionally, education programs address the health, social, and legal consequences of substance abuse.

Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous programs are available, often facilitated by community volunteers, along with counseling and substance abuse recovery groups. Life skills programming helps inmates prepare for reintegration into society, covering topics such as job search, budgeting, and family responsibilities.

Furthermore, each prison facility offers a range of specialized programs to meet the unique needs of inmates, including behavior management, women offender, anger management, geriatric, and victims support groups. These programs contribute to a holistic approach to inmate rehabilitation and support positive growth during incarceration.

Inmate Locator

Buckingham Correctional maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

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Apply for Visitation - Submit a visitation application online if you are a new visitor or renewing your visitation privileges.

Schedule a Visit - Once you receive approval to visit an inmate in a VADOC facility, you must schedule your visit online using the Visitation Scheduler. If you are a new user, you must first register using the “Register Today” option.

Prepare for Your Scheduled Visit - Once you have both applied for visitation and scheduled your visit, please review the following information to help you prepare for your in-person visit.

Plan - Please arrive at the facility one hour before your visit for security screening. No food or drinks will be allowed in the facility, and there will be no access to vending machines.

Visiting with Minor Children - The VADOC has developed a child-friendly short video to help prepare families for a productive visit. If you are visiting with a minor child, the following video will help prepare your child for what to expect during the visit – VADOC Visitation Reminders.

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