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AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE)

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Last Updated: May 08, 2026
Address
1400 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
County
Anchorage Borough
Phone
907-269-4100
Fax
907-269-4208
Email
doc.admin.services@alaska.gov
Mailing Address
West Building 1300 East 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501

Anchorage 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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If your loved one is at Anchorage Correctional, InmateAid can help you stay connected. Call the facility directly at 907-269-4100 with any immediate questions.

Located at 1400 E 4th Ave in Anchorage, AK, Anchorage Correctional carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Anchorage 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.

When someone you care about ends up in a state prison, it can be tough to navigate the ins and outs of the system. From figuring out how to stay in touch to understanding what you can do to make their time easier, it can feel overwhelming. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get the lowdown on AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE) so you can stay connected and support your loved one during their time inside.

Communication is important, the prison offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

While incarcerated, reading is often the best use of time. Please note that books and magazines, puzzles, and word searches ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

The Anchorage Correctional Complex (ACC) serves the Anchorage Borough and Whittier, encompassing over 40 percent of Alaska's population across more than 1,900 square miles. Originally established as Cook Inlet Pretrial in 1993, the facility underwent an expansion in 2002. Spanning 253,000 square feet, the complex occupies over 14 acres of land within the Municipality of Anchorage and has a maximum capacity of 863 inmates. Functioning as a booking facility for male inmates, ACC accommodates unsentenced, sentenced, and Federal inmates across all custody levels. The complex includes an acute psychiatric unit, a full medical unit, and offers a range of programs to support inmate rehabilitation and self-improvement.

Inmates housed at the ACC have access to a variety of self-help programs tailored to their needs. Depending on their housing unit, inmates may participate in Alcoholics Anonymous, anger management courses, and educational programs. Educational offerings include basic education for individuals needing skills below a high school level, as well as GED programs covering high school education and diplomas. In addition, inmates can enroll in various computer courses and resume writing classes aimed at equipping them with essential skills for reintegration into society upon release.

Upon arrival at the Complex, inmates undergo a thorough booking process to ensure facility security and inmate safety. They are searched, cuffed, and escorted to the booking office. Inmates are advised to have no personal property with them but are encouraged to bring a small amount of cash for use in the facility's commissary. They undergo drug testing and a breathalyzer examination, followed by completion of a medical questionnaire. Subsequently, inmates are fingerprinted, photographed, and subjected to a strip search. They are then issued their prison uniform and informed of their housing location.

Once the booking process is complete, and inmates are settled into their assigned housing areas, they are granted the opportunity to make a collect phone call. This marks the initial step in their journey through the correctional process, with ACC providing the necessary support and resources to facilitate inmate rehabilitation and successful reentry into society.

ICE Detainee Information

This facility holds immigration detainees under an active contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in addition to its regular population. ICE detainees are civil immigration detainees, not criminal defendants, and are held while their immigration cases are processed. The rules, rights, and services that apply to ICE detainees differ from those that apply to the general jail population.

To locate an ICE detainee at this facility, use the ICE Online Detainee Locator at locator.ice.gov. You will need the detainee's A-Number, a nine-digit Alien Registration Number that appears on any immigration document they have received. If the A-Number has fewer than nine digits, add zeros at the beginning. If you do not have the A-Number, you can search using the detainee's full legal name, country of birth, and date of birth. Names must be an exact match; try variations if the first search returns no results.

Immigration bond works differently from criminal bail. Not all detainees are eligible for bond; those with certain criminal convictions or prior deportation orders may be subject to mandatory detention. For those who are eligible, bond is set by an immigration judge and typically ranges from $1,500 to over $10,000. Bond must be paid in full before release. An immigration attorney can request a bond hearing and argue for a lower amount based on the detainee's circumstances.

Unlike criminal defendants, ICE detainees do not have the right to a government-appointed attorney. They must hire a private immigration attorney or find free legal help through a nonprofit organization. RAICES provides legal services and bond assistance at raicestexas.org. The National Immigrant Justice Center offers free legal representation at immigrantjustice.org. Many immigration courts also maintain a list of free and low-cost legal service providers available to detainees upon request.

ICE transfers detainees between facilities frequently and with little advance notice, sometimes to locations far from family and legal counsel. If you cannot locate your family member through this page, search the ICE Online Detainee Locator again at locator.ice.gov with their A-Number. If they have an attorney, notify the attorney immediately as transfers affect court appearances and case timelines.

Inmate Locator

Finding a State Inmate at AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE)

If you're trying to locate someone in Alaska state custody at AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE) in Anchorage, the Alaska Department of Corrections maintains a state-level inmate locator that covers all DOC facilities. Every state runs its own system, so the search experience differs significantly from federal or county-level locators. If the DOC locator does not return the person you're looking for, call AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE) directly at 907-269-4100 to confirm current custody status.

Using the State DOC Inmate Locator

The Alaska DOC inmate locator searches by full name, DOC inmate number, or both. The state inmate number is assigned at intake and stays with the inmate across transfers between facilities within the state, but it does not transfer if the inmate moves to another state or to federal custody. State locators typically return the inmate's current housing facility, custody level, projected release date, and parole eligibility, though specific data fields vary by state.

When the Inmate Doesn't Appear in the DOC Locator

A state inmate may be missing from the DOC locator for several reasons. Newly sentenced inmates often spend weeks at a county jail awaiting transfer to the state reception center, during which they are not yet in the DOC system. Inmates in transit between facilities may be temporarily missing. Some states delay public records by 24 to 72 hours after intake. The InmateAid inmate search can help locate someone during this gap period because it pulls from county jail rosters as well as state systems.

State Inmate Numbers and Out-of-State Transfers

If the inmate was recently transferred from another state under an interstate compact, or moved to federal custody on writ, the Alaska DOC locator may show them as "in transit" or remove the record entirely. To track inmates across state or federal jurisdictional moves, call 907-269-4100 for current location and case status.

Once You've Located the Inmate

When you confirm the person is at AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE), set up an inmate phone account with the facility's contracted provider and arrange any money transfer or commissary funding needed. For phone discount plans, money transfer, and mail services that work with Alaska state facilities, see InmateAid's inmate services and call 907-269-4100.

To confirm current custody status, recent transfers, or release information at AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE), call 907-269-4100.

Visitation Information

Visitation Information - Anchorage Correctional Complex

Facility Contacts

ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer: 907-271-3106 Scheduling Office: 907-269-4205 Legal correspondence and VTC scheduling email: ANCJL.HOUSING@ALASKA.GOV

Visiting Hours

Friend and family visits are available every day except Thursday. Visit times are 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 7:15 p.m., and 8:15 p.m.

Plan to arrive one hour before your scheduled visit to sign in.

Visiting Rules

All friend and family visits are non-contact.

No firearms or weapons of any kind. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios) in secure areas. Visitors cannot pass anything to detainees or carry items into the visitation area.

Every visitor is subject to a pat-down, bag inspection, and metal scan. Refusing a search means you will not be admitted. If you appear intoxicated, you will be turned away.

Attorney Visits

In-person attorney visits are available every day, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

A list of pro bono legal organizations is posted in every housing unit and updated quarterly. Detainees are responsible for contacting these organizations to schedule appointments.

Virtual Attorney Visits and Legal Calls

Attorneys can schedule legal calls or video teleconference (VTC) meetings by emailing ANCJL.HOUSING@ALASKA.GOV or calling 907-269-4205 to reach the courtroom officer who handles scheduling. The facility will reply with a confirmed date and time.

Appointments must be requested at least 24 hours in advance. Sessions run 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in 30 to 60-minute blocks. There is no cap on how many VTC appointments an attorney can request, but no attorney can have more than one 60-minute session with the same detainee in a single day.

The email request must include: the attorney's full name and contact info, the detainee's name and A-number, several proposed dates and times, a scan of the attorney's government ID, proof of legal status (bar card, attorney license, paralegal license, or similar), and a scan of the eFiled G-28 unless this is a pre-representational visit. If a legal assistant is joining alone, attach a letter of authorization on firm letterhead and a scan of the assistant's ID.

Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters are allowed on these calls. No family, no friends. The attorney can use outside interpretation services during the session. Calls are confidential; an officer stays within sight but out of earshot and will knock 5 minutes before the cutoff.

Recording any virtual or in-person visit, by audio or video, is prohibited. Violations can result in suspension or permanent loss of virtual attorney visit privileges.

Legal Mail by Email

Attorneys can send legal correspondence to ANCJL.HOUSING@ALASKA.GOV. Mark "Legal Mail" clearly in the subject line and attach the specific documents to be delivered to the detainee.

Include a cover sheet with the detainee's full name, A-number, sender's return fax number, total page count, and a "Legal Mail" notation.

Documents are inspected for contraband but not read, then delivered to the detainee. Processing happens during business hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. AKST, excluding holidays.

Consular Visits

Consular officials can meet with their nationals at any time. Call the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer at 907-271-3106 to make arrangements when possible, and bring credentials.

Clergy Visits

Clergy can visit at any time but must arrange the visit ahead of time through the Chaplain's Office.

Attorney visits may occur by appointment only any time between 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Please schedule 24-hours in advance: ancjl.housing@alaska.gov, 907.269.4205

Frequently Asked Questions About AK DOC-Anchorage Correctional Complex (ICE)

  1. What is a state prison?
      A state prison is a correctional facility operated by the Alaska Department of Corrections, housing individuals convicted of state crimes. Inmates typically serve sentences longer than one year. State prisons have different security levels and provide rehabilitation, education, and work programs.

  2. How do state prisons differ from federal prisons?
      State prisons hold offenders convicted of crimes under state laws, while federal prisons house those convicted of federal offenses. State prisons are managed by state DOCs and vary in policies, security levels, and resources. Federal prisons, run by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP), often have more structured programs and uniform policies nationwide.

  3. What are the different security levels in state prisons?
      State prisons are classified as minimum, medium, or maximum security, based on inmate risk assessments. Minimum-security facilities house non-violent offenders with lower risks. Medium-security prisons have higher security protocols and structured daily routines. Maximum-security prisons, or supermax facilities, house the most dangerous offenders with strict confinement measures.

  4. How are inmates classified in state prisons?
      Classification is based on criminal history, sentence length, behavior, and medical or mental health needs. The DOC assesses inmates upon intake to determine their housing assignment, work eligibility, and rehabilitative program access. Inmates may be reclassified based on behavior or security concerns.

  5. What types of programs are offered in state prisons?
      State prisons offer GED courses, vocational training, substance abuse counseling, mental health treatment, religious programs, and work release opportunities. Many prisons collaborate with colleges and trade schools to provide certificates in fields such as welding, plumbing, and computer technology.

  6. Can inmates earn early release from state prisons?
      Some inmates qualify for parole, good behavior credits, or sentence reduction programs. State laws determine eligibility based on offense type, institutional behavior, and participation in rehabilitation programs. Some states offer compassionate release for elderly or terminally ill inmates.

  7. How do state prisons handle medical care for inmates?
      Inmates receive basic medical, dental, and mental health care inside the facility. For specialized care, they may be transported to hospitals under security escort. State DOCs often contract with private healthcare providers such as Corizon Health, Wellpath, and Centurion Health.

  8. Are state prison inmates allowed to work?
      Yes, inmates can work within the prison (kitchen, janitorial, maintenance) or in prison industries (manufacturing, farming, sewing, furniture-making). Some states allow inmates to participate in work-release programs, where they work outside the prison and return at night. Inmate workers may earn small wages (often $0.10 to $2.00 per hour) depending on the job.

  9. What are the visitation rules for state prisons?
      Visitation varies by facility but generally requires pre-approval of visitors, background checks, dress codes, and scheduled visiting hours. Some prisons allow contact visits (where inmates and visitors can hug or hold hands), while others allow only non-contact visits (separated by glass). Video visitation services are provided by companies like GTL (ViaPath), Securus, and IC Solutions.

  10. Can inmates receive mail and packages?
      Yes, inmates can receive letters, photos, and books, but all mail is screened for contraband. Some state prisons require mail to be sent through third-party processors, which convert letters into digital copies. Packages with clothing or hygiene items must often be ordered through approved vendors like Access Securepak, InmateCanteen, JailCanteeniCareGifts, MyCarePack or Union Supply Group.

  11. How do phone calls work in state prisons?
      Inmates can make outgoing calls to approved numbers through prison phone services, but cannot receive calls. Calls are typically monitored and recorded. Services like GTL (ViaPath), Securus, and IC Solutions provide prepaid accounts for families to deposit funds for calls. Some states offer tablet-based calls with limited messaging services.

  12. What are the disciplinary rules in state prisons?
      Inmates must follow prison regulations regarding behavior, movement, and interactions with staff and other inmates. Infractions like fighting, possession of contraband, or rule violations can result in loss of privileges, solitary confinement, or additional time added to their sentence.

  13. Do state prisons offer religious services?
      Yes, state prisons have chaplains and religious volunteers who provide services for various faiths. Many facilities offer Bible study groups, prayer meetings, and religious dietary accommodations for inmates who follow specific religious beliefs.

  14. How does parole work in state prisons?
      Inmates eligible for parole must appear before a parole board, which reviews their behavior, program participation, and risk to society. If granted parole, inmates serve the remainder of their sentence under supervision in the community, following specific rules such as curfews and employment requirements.

  15. Can inmates transfer between state prisons?
      Yes, inmates may be transferred for medical needs, security risks, disciplinary actions, or administrative reasons. Some may request transfers to be closer to family, but approvals depend on facility capacity and eligibility requirements.

  16. What happens when an inmate finishes their sentence?
      Inmates released from state prison may receive reentry services, such as job training, housing assistance, and substance abuse counseling. Some states require certain inmates to remain under supervision (such as parole or probation) after release.

  17. Are state prisons overcrowded?
      Many states struggle with overcrowding due to high incarceration rates. Solutions include alternative sentencing programs, early release initiatives, and building new facilities to accommodate growing populations.

  18. How can family members send money to an inmate?
      Families can deposit funds into an inmate’s commissary account through services like JPay, ConnectNetwork, or  Access Corrections. Money is used for purchasing snacks, hygiene items, and phone calls. Some states have limits on how much an inmate can receive per month.

  19. Do state prisons offer educational opportunities?
      Yes, many prisons provide GED classes, college courses, and vocational training programs. Some offer Pell Grants for inmates to take college-level courses. Popular vocational programs include auto repair, HVAC, and culinary arts.

  20. Can inmates be placed in protective custody?
      Yes, inmates who are at risk of harm due to gang conflicts, former law enforcement ties, or other safety concerns can be placed in protective custody (PC). These inmates are housed separately from the general population, often with limited movement and privileges for their safety.

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