Arizona Department of Corrections (ADCRR) Safford-Tonto Unit

State Prison

Last Updated: March 03, 2024
Address
896 S Cook Rd, Safford, AZ 85546
County
Graham
Phone
928-428-4698
Fax
928-428-3235
Email
rhill2@azadc.gov

ADCRR Safford -Tonto Unit 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 896 S Cook Rd in Safford, AZ, ADCRR Safford -Tonto Unit carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. ADCRR Safford -Tonto Unit 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.

The Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR)-Safford-Tonto Unit, nestled within the confines of the Safford complex, accommodates a medium-security population totaling 730 state-sentenced offenders, alongside the Globe and Fort Grant Units. Work opportunities abound within the facility, with inmates engaged in various tasks such as food service, building and vehicle maintenance, and general labor aimed at maintaining institutional grounds. While Tonto Unit inmates are restricted to on-site employment, minimum custody inmates participate in off-site work crews dispatched daily to Graham County, Greenlee County, and Cochise County for community projects. Safford's diverse work crews extend to initiatives like the Wildland Fire Crew, Healthy Forest Initiative, and cattle operations, contributing to community betterment and beautification endeavors. In terms of education, the facility offers Adult Basic Education, GED, and high school diploma programs, complemented by additional courses provided by Eastern Arizona College, Rio Salado Community College, and Ashland University. Moreover, a range of treatment and self-improvement programs are available to inmates, including substance abuse counseling, cognitive restructuring, 12-step programs, and peer facilitation sessions. Convergent Case Management (CCM) and Reentry Prep initiatives aim to equip inmates with the necessary skills and support systems to facilitate successful rehabilitation and integration back into society upon release.

Inmate Locator

ADCRR Safford -Tonto Unit 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.

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Visitation Information

Safford Visitation Schedule 2024.pdf

Visitation days are Saturday, Sunday, and State holidays.
Hours are from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
No visitors are accepted after 2:00 p.m.
Visitation for detention inmates is Non-Contact and By Appointment - Only.
Appointments can be scheduled through the visitation office and must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
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Holiday visitation is for inmates who are in Phase II and Phase III as specified by Department Order 809. Inmates in Phase I and those inmates assigned to detention
are not authorized holiday visits.
Visitation Photographs are authorized on identified holidays and during specified periods. Inmates wishing to participate in the process will be required to complete an Inmate Request for Withdrawal, form 905-1, for the cost of the photos (currently $2 each/limit 4 photos). Withdrawals must be received at least two weeks before the designated date.
Inmates on Non-Contact, Loss or Suspension of Visits are not eligible for photos.

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