IL DOC - Pontiac Medium-Security Unit

State Prison

Last Updated: February 22, 2024
Address
700 W Lincoln St, Pontiac, IL 61764
Beds
431
County
Livingston
Phone
815-842-2816
Fax
815-842-3420
Mailing Address
PO Box 99, Pontiac, IL 61764

Pontiac Medium-Security is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - medium facility.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at Pontiac Medium-Security on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 815-842-2816.

Located at 700 W Lincoln St in Pontiac, IL, Pontiac Medium-Security carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Pontiac Medium-Security 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.

Pontiac Medium Security Unit, established in 1937, operates within the premises of Pontiac Correctional Center, serving as a medium security facility for adult males in Livingston County. With an operational capacity of 431, the unit is dedicated to the mission of protecting the public and facilitating the successful reintegration of individuals in custody into the community as productive citizens.

The unit offers a variety of programs aimed at addressing the diverse needs of its inmate population. Academic initiatives include Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Education Development (GED) courses, providing opportunities for educational advancement. Additionally, Career Technology programs equip inmates with vocational skills essential for employment upon release.

Pontiac Medium also focuses on addressing behavioral and lifestyle factors through programs such as Substance Abuse Education, Inside Out Dads, Lifestyle Redirection, Better Man/Better Dad, and Convicted to Change. These initiatives aim to promote personal growth, responsible decision-making, and positive relationships, ultimately contributing to successful reintegration into society.

Furthermore, the unit collaborates with external partners like the Peoria Job Partnership to facilitate employment opportunities for inmates post-release. Additionally, initiatives like the Storybook Reading Project promote literacy and family engagement among inmates, fostering a sense of connection and community.

Overall, Pontiac Medium Security Unit's programs reflect its commitment to rehabilitation, public safety, and the holistic development of individuals in custody. Through education, vocational training, and behavioral interventions, the unit strives to empower inmates with the skills and resources necessary for a successful transition back into the community.

Inmate Locator

Pontiac Medium-Security 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

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IDOC Visitation Rules and Information

Visitors to any correctional facility will be required to produce photo identification and verify date of birth. Please be sure to bring 2 forms of identification with you; these would include a current photo ID such as a driver's license, a state ID card, a government ID card, military ID/driver's license, or acceptable documentation of non-U.S. citizenship including a current Passport, or Visa, documentation must contain the visitor's date of birth. Expired forms of identification will not be accepted. Visitors will also be required to provide vehicle information and other pertinent data, such as government identification, official credentials, attorney registration, and or law student certification.

8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. Visitors must arrive by 1:30 p.m. to be processed.

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