WV DOC - Beckley Correctional Center (BCC)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 07, 2024
Address
111 S Eisenhower Dr, Beckley, WV 25801
Beds
137
County
Raleigh
Phone
304-256-6780
Fax
304-256-6782

BCC 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 111 S Eisenhower Dr in Beckley, WV, BCC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. BCC 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.

Established in 1974 as the Beckley Work Release Center, the facility underwent reorganization in 1997, emerging as the Beckley Correctional Center (BCC) in Beckley, West Virginia. Today, BCC accommodates a population of 137 inmates, comprising 70 males and 8 females in the Work Release Component, and 59 male inmates in the Residential Substance Abuse Unit (RSAT), housed in the expanded Jackie Withrow Hospital since March 2011. Inmates classified as level I or II minimum security must be within 18 to 24 months of possible parole or discharge.

BCC consists of five buildings, housing living quarters and office spaces, with dedicated units for Work Release and RSAT programs. Mandatory programs include Adult Basic Education, Substance Abuse Treatment, and Anger Management, tailored to inmates' needs and aimed at facilitating rehabilitation and reintegration into society. In the Work Release Program, inmates engage in assigned jobs within the facility and contribute to community service work.

The RSAT Unit at BCC implements a structured four-phase program focused on alcohol and drug education, treatment, and relapse prevention. This program, part of a statewide initiative, employs a comprehensive three-tiered approach covering psychoeducation, recovery, and relapse prevention. Furthermore, BCC hosts long-term Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) Units, operating within five facilities statewide, utilizing a therapeutic community model to address addiction issues.

In addition to substance abuse treatment, BCC offers Anger Management programs and participates in the WV Correctional Industries framework, established in 1939 to provide skills training and reduce recidivism. Through this initiative, inmates engage in productive work, supplying necessities to government and non-profit organizations, thereby fostering skill development and meaningful engagement. Overall, BCC endeavors to equip offenders with the necessary tools for successful reintegration into society, emphasizing education, rehabilitation, and community involvement as key components of its mission.

Inmate Locator

BCC 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

WV DOC - Beckley Correctional Center (BCC) - Visitation

  • Visiting hours are from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends only. All visitors must be on an approved visitor list and have two forms of positive identification, one of which must contain a photograph. Acceptable forms of identification are:
    • Valid driver’s license
    • State issued identification
    • Birth certificate
  • Visitors are required to wear appropriate attire before admittance to the facility. No revealing clothing is permitted in the facility. If clothing is determined to be unsuitable for wear into the facility, entrance may be denied.
  • Minor children do not require identification but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, or member of their immediate family at all times. Adult members of the immediate family must present a notarized statement from the parent or legal guardian verifying that they have permission for the minor child to be in that adult’s company in the facility for the purpose of visiting the inmate.
  • All visitors are subject to search of person and property. Refusal to consent to search may result in denial of entry to the facility.
  • Any articles of clothing, food, etc. must be turned in to the Correctional Officer in charge upon entry to the facility. No home-made food is allowed. Only food purchased from a store, restaurant, delicatessen, or fast food establishment is permitted. Cash, checks, gift cards, pre-paid debit cards, money orders or any other type of financial instrument will not be accepted for inmate or for placement on inmate account.
  • Visitors suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be denied entry.

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