FDC-Jefferson Correctional Institution

State Prison

Last Updated: February 25, 2024
Address
1050 Big Joe Rd, Monticello, FL 32344-0430
Beds
1179
County
Jefferson
Phone
850-342-0500
Fax
850-997-0973
Email
JeffersonCI.WardenOffice@fdc.myflorida.com
Mailing Address
PO Box 23608, Tampa, FL 33623

Jefferson CI 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 1050 Big Joe Rd in Monticello, FL, Jefferson CI carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Jefferson CI 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.

Jefferson CI, a medium security adult male state prison in Florida with a capacity of 1,111 inmates, offers a range of rehabilitation and personal development programs overseen by the Florida Department of Corrections. The facility includes satellite units such as Tallahassee CRC and Shisa House West, along with the EPIC (Enhanced Programs, Improved Conditions) incentivized program, which provides a progressive housing unit for inmates committed to positive change and aims to reduce victimization and create safer communities.

Reentry programs at Jefferson CI include the Reentry Dormitory Program, which supports inmates in transitioning back into society. Academic Programs offered at the facility encompass Adult Basic Education, General Educational Development (GED), and Literacy courses, providing inmates with essential skills for success.

Substance Abuse Programs address addiction issues and include the Alternative Residential Therapeutic Community and the Pre-Treatment Motivation Program. Vocational Programs such as Electrical training equip inmates with practical skills for future employment opportunities.

Chaplaincy Services at Jefferson CI provide spiritual support and guidance through programs like 7 Habits on the Inside, Celebrating Recovery, and Rock of Ages. The facility also offers Religious Education, Worship Services, and other faith-based initiatives.

Institutional Betterment Programs promote personal growth and skill development, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Anger Management, Art Program, Book Club, Chess Club, Compass 100, Law Library Program, Library Program, Music Program, Peer to Peer Dormitory Program, Thinking for a Change, Veterans Dormitory Program, Veterans Support Group, Victim Impact, and Wellness Education. These programs aim to foster positive behavior change and create a supportive environment for inmates.

Overall, Jefferson CI's comprehensive programming reflects a commitment to rehabilitation, re-entry preparation, and creating opportunities for personal growth and positive change among its inmate population. Through education, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and spiritual support, the facility seeks to empower inmates to lead productive and fulfilling lives both during and after their incarceration.

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Jefferson CI 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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