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Prisons and Jails in Arizona.

Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry manages the Arizona state correctional system. The ADCRR Inmate Datasearch allows searches by ADC number or name. Arizona rebranded its DOC in 2020 to include Rehabilitation & Reentry - reflecting
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Arizona State Prisons

56 facilities

Federal Facilities in Arizona

4 facilities

Arizona County Jails

23 facilities

ICE Detention Centers

3 facilities

Arizona Department of Corrections

The ADCRR Inmate Datasearch allows searches by ADC number or name. Arizona rebranded its DOC in 2020 to include Rehabilitation & Reentry - reflecting a stated shift in philosophy. Search includes current facility, security level, and release information.

The official inmate search is available at corrections.az.gov/public-resources/inmate-datasearch. FCI Phoenix and FCI Tucson serve Arizona federal inmates. Arizona also has ICE detention at multiple facilities.

Visitation in Arizona Facilities

All visitors must be approved through ADCRR's visitor registration system - requires a Visitor Registration Form and photo ID. Processing takes 2 - 4 weeks. Dress code: no blue, orange, or red clothing. Closed-toe shoes required.

Always confirm visiting schedules directly with the facility before traveling. Find specific visitation rules on each facility's page in our Arizona prison directory.

Sending Mail to Arizona Inmates

Arizona uses a centralized mail processing system at many state facilities - mail is scanned and delivered electronically rather than as physical letters. Verify the mail policy for your specific unit. ADC number required on all mail. Photos must be 4x6 prints on photo paper.

InmateAid delivers letters and photos, postcards, and magazines to Arizona facilities. Want to receive letters without sharing your home address? Our Letters From Inmates service scans and delivers inmate mail to your account.

Phone Calls from Arizona Facilities

Arizona is not currently among the states that offer free inmate phone calls. Securus Technologies holds the ADCRR contract for most facilities.

Following the FCC's Martha Wright-Reed Order (effective April 6, 2026), per-minute rates for inmate calls are now federally capped at state and federal facilities. Find current carrier and rate information on each facility's page in our Arizona prison directory.

Sending Money to Arizona Inmates

Commissary funds let inmates purchase approved items from the facility store. Primary money transfer options for Arizona:

  • JPay (primary for ADCRR)
  • Money orders payable to the Arizona DOC inmate trust fund
  • TouchPay at some county facilities

See our Send Money guide or navigate to the specific facility page for current provider information.

Reentry Resources in Arizona

Planning for release is one of the most important things a family can do. These organizations provide support in Arizona:

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona Prisons

What is an ADC number?

ADC stands for Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry - the agency that oversees Arizona's state prison system. Every person sentenced to Arizona state prison is assigned a unique ADC number at intake, and that number follows them through their entire sentence regardless of how many facilities they transfer through. The ADC number must appear on all mail sent to an ADCRR facility - envelopes without it may be returned or delayed for days. You can find your inmate's ADC number through the ADCRR Inmate Datasearch at corrections.az.gov, or it appears on any court commitment paperwork and ADCRR correspondence. Write it down and keep it accessible - you'll need it for mail, money transfers, visitor applications, and every call to the facility.

Does Arizona scan mail before delivering to inmates?

Yes - Arizona has implemented centralized mail scanning at many state prison units. When you mail a letter to an affected unit, it is received at a central mail processing facility, opened and scanned, and the digital image is delivered to the inmate's tablet rather than as a physical piece of paper. Your letter - including drawings, handwritten notes, or personal touches - is read on a screen rather than held in your inmate's hands. Photo policies also vary under this system. Before sending anything to an Arizona facility, confirm the specific unit's current mail processing method by calling the complex directly or checking ADCRR's website. Some units still deliver physical mail; others have fully transitioned to digital. Knowing which applies to your inmate's unit before you send anything saves time, money, and disappointment.

Does Arizona have free prison phone calls?

No - Arizona has not eliminated phone call fees at ADCRR state facilities. Securus Technologies holds the contract for most Arizona state prison units. The FCC's April 2026 rate caps reduced rates from what had historically been among the highest in the country - Arizona families have documented paying extremely high per-minute rates before federal intervention. The caps represent a significant improvement but do not eliminate the cost. Arizona's vast size and the spread of its prison complexes across the state mean many families face both travel costs for visits and ongoing phone costs - a compounding financial burden. If costs remain a barrier, JPay electronic messaging through the tablet system is a lower-cost alternative for maintaining regular text-based contact.

How do I visit someone at ASPC-Lewis?

ASPC-Lewis is a large multi-unit complex in Buckeye, about 35 miles west of downtown Phoenix - roughly 45 minutes from the city center in normal traffic. Lewis contains multiple distinct units including Bachman, Rast, Morey, Stiner, and others, each with its own visiting schedule and policies. Before visiting, confirm which specific unit your inmate is housed in - this is critical because check-in procedures and hours differ by unit. All visitors must be pre-approved through ADCRR's visitor registration system. Dress code is strict: no blue, orange, or red clothing, no open-toed shoes, no underwire bras, no metal-containing clothing. Arrive well before your visiting session - processing can be lengthy at a large facility, and late arrivals may not be admitted. Call the specific unit to confirm hours before making the drive.

Can I send money to an Arizona inmate online?

Yes - JPay is the primary money transfer platform for ADCRR state facilities. Create an account at jpay.com or download the JPay app, then search for your inmate by name or ADC number. You can fund an inmate's spending account using a credit or debit card, and funds typically post within 1 - 3 business days. There is a transaction fee that varies based on the amount you send and your payment method. Some facilities also have lobby kiosks where you can deposit cash in person if you prefer. Money orders are also accepted at most ADCRR facilities - make them payable to the inmate's full name and ADC number and mail directly to the facility. Never send cash through the mail - it will be confiscated without return.

What does ASPC stand for?

ASPC stands for Arizona State Prison Complex - Arizona's naming convention for its multi-unit correctional facilities. Each ASPC is a cluster of separate units at different security levels sharing a general location and shared administrative structure. Arizona operates ASPCs in Florence, Eyman, Lewis, Perryville, Tucson, Yuma, Douglas, Safford, Winslow, and several other locations. Within each ASPC, individual units have their own names, security classifications, visiting schedules, mail policies, and phone carriers. When someone says their inmate is 'at Tucson' or 'at Lewis,' that typically means they're at one specific unit within that complex. The unit name and address is what matters for mail and visiting - always get the full unit information from your inmate before sending anything.

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