GDC-Valdosta Transitional Center (TC)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 23, 2024
Address
363 Gil Harbin Industrial Blvd, Valdosta, GA 31601
Beds
264
County
Lowndes
Phone
229-293-6280
Fax
229-293-6282

Valdosta TC 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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You can support your loved ones at Valdosta TC on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 229-293-6280.

Located at 363 Gil Harbin Industrial Blvd in Valdosta, GA, Valdosta TC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Valdosta TC 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.

Transitional Centers play a crucial role in the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders back into society. Here's a breakdown of key components and functions of these centers based on the provided information:

1. **Purpose**: The primary goal of Transitional Centers is to assist residents in successfully reintegrating into their communities by providing them with therapeutic counseling, social support, and employment skills. This is aimed at reducing recidivism rates and promoting a crime-free life.

2. **Selection Process**: Offenders are selected for placement in Transitional Centers based on various factors including criminal history, behavior while incarcerated, release date, and other considerations. Referrals for placement typically come from the Board of Pardons and Paroles or the Classification Committee within state prisons.

3. **Housing**: Transitional Centers provide housing for residents, typically in dormitory-style arrangements. Residents may share rooms, and there are designated facilities for male and female offenders.

4. **Work Release Program**: One significant aspect of Transitional Centers is the work release program, which allows residents to obtain and maintain paying jobs in the community. Participants in the work release program are required to conform to the structure of the program and contribute to the upkeep of the center. Wages earned by participants are sent directly to the center, with portions allocated for room and board, outstanding fines or fees, family support (if applicable), and a small allowance for transportation and incidentals.

5. **Employment Opportunities**: Residents in the work release program may be assigned to various work details both within the center and in the surrounding community. This can include maintenance work, sanitation, groundskeeping, or other assignments that contribute to the local tax base and support state facilities.

6. **Programs and Services**: Transitional Centers offer a range of programs and services aimed at addressing the needs of residents. These may include academic programs (GED, adult basic education, literacy remedial), counseling (re-entry skills, motivation for change, substance abuse education, etc.), recreation, religious activities, and more. These programs are designed to provide residents with the skills and support they need to successfully reintegrate into society.

7. **Cost and Funding**: The daily cost of housing an offender in a Transitional Center is offset by the contributions made by residents toward their room and board. Additionally, residents participating in the work release program contribute to the local tax base and their families' support.

Overall, Transitional Centers serve as a vital component of the criminal justice system by offering a structured environment where offenders can transition back into society with support, supervision, and opportunities for rehabilitation and success.

Inmate Locator

Valdosta TC 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.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

VISITATION DAYS / HOURS:

General Population:

  • Days: Saturdays, Sundays, and State Holidays
  • Hours: 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Tier Visitation Hours (scheduled 24 hours prior by visitor):

  • Days: Mondays and Wednesdays, excluding State Holidays
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

The first step in the visitation process is to become an approved visitor. To do so, you must first fill out the Visitation Request Form and submit a completed form to the facility where your loved one is incarcerated. Please include a copy of supporting documentation (photo id, marriage license, and birth certificate) along with the application. Consent forms must be notarized before they can be processed. All visitors must apply regardless of age. They must also be mailed to the facility where the offender is currently housed (email forms will not be accepted).

Visitation Resources

Dress Code - For adults: No tank tops, no mesh or see-through clothing, t-shirts cannot be sleeveless. No chest, shoulders, or stomach exposed. A skirt may not be more than 2 inches above the knee. No stretch pants or shorts may be worn. Only children are permitted to wear shorts. No Contraband is Permitted

Top 3 Reasons for Visitor Arrests: Cell phones, Drugs, and Tobacco

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