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Located in Central Falls, RI, Wyatt Detention operates as a private contractor with various government agency agreements providing state-minimum custody requirements. Programs are offered to all custody levels, including work release residents focused on reentry success. With a strong emphasis on rehabilitation, Wyatt Detention provides comprehensive educational and vocational opportunities. Onsite amenities include dietary, health, fitness, educational, religious, and recreational services. Regular inspections ensure compliance with government standards, ensuring the facility's continued operation.
The Wyatt Detention Facility stands as a cornerstone of the Central Falls Detention Facility Corporation (CFDFC), operating under the governance of a five-member Board of Directors appointed by the Mayor of Central Falls. Established in 1993, this quasi-public corporation pioneered a unique model as the nation's premier publicly owned and privately operated adult secure correctional facility. Tasked with housing adult detainees, both male and female, at maximum security levels, the facility boasts accreditation by the prestigious American Correctional Association (ACA), having attained a flawless 100% rating in its most recent re-accreditation audit.
At the helm of the CFDFC stands an appointed administrator, entrusted with the vital responsibility of overseeing the management and overall operation of the Wyatt DF. This complex, governed by a fusion of public and private oversight, embodies a paradigm shift in the management of correctional facilities, marrying governmental authority with private enterprise.
Initially conceived to cater to the needs of the United States Marshal Service (USMS) in the Northeast, the facility's scope of operations expanded to encompass the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE). Notably, beginning in October 2011, the facility extended its services to the United States Navy, housing Navy personnel placed under the custody of the General Court-Martial Convening Authority (GCMCA). Such diversification in clientele underscores the facility's adaptability and its pivotal role in serving various arms of the nation's law enforcement apparatus.
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.
From its inception, the Detention Facility has epitomized innovation and forward-thinking in correctional practices. Armed with an architectural and high-tech design, the facility boasts a containment system engineered to enforce maximum security protocols. A testament to its commitment to excellence, the facility underwent a monumental $47 million expansion in December 2006, substantially augmenting its maximum occupancy from 300 to its current capacity of 770 inmates. This expansion included the establishment of a specialized 40-bed unit dedicated to housing female detainees, reflecting the facility's adherence to gender-specific needs and best practices in correctional management.
The detainees housed within Wyatt hail from diverse jurisdictions, spanning Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. Furthermore, the facility serves as a custodial facility for various federal agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the United States Navy. Notably, it also extends its services to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe, underscoring its commitment to accommodating a broad spectrum of detainees while upholding the highest standards of security and care.
Vocational training courses, including janitorial services, construction, and life skills, provide inmates with invaluable opportunities to acquire marketable skills essential for their successful transition back into society. Moreover, educational programs, such as General Education, empower inmates with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue academic and personal growth, fostering a sense of agency and self-improvement.
In addition to its internal programming, the Donald Wyatt Detention Facility actively engages with external stakeholders and community partners to enhance the impact of its rehabilitative efforts. Collaborative initiatives with local organizations, educational institutions, and vocational training centers serve to broaden the scope of services available to inmates, fostering a holistic approach to rehabilitation that extends beyond the confines of the facility.
As a pioneering institution at the forefront of correctional practices, the Facility continues to set the standard for excellence in inmate management, rehabilitation, and community engagement. Through its unwavering commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassion, the facility remains steadfast in its mission to promote public safety, facilitate inmate rehabilitation, and uphold the principles of justice and equity for all.
