IL DOC - Shawnee Correctional Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 22, 2024
Address
6665 Rte 146 E, Vienna, IL 62995
Beds
1848
County
Johnson
Phone
618-658-8331
Fax
618-658-4014

Shawnee CC 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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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 Shawnee CC on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 618-658-8331.

Located at 6665 Rte 146 E in Vienna, IL, Shawnee CC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Shawnee CC 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.

Shawnee Correctional Center, situated in rural Johnson County, is a medium-security adult male facility designed to accommodate 1,848 inmates. Comprising 24 buildings spanning 369,029 square feet across 60 acres, with 40 acres enclosed by fencing, the center prioritizes rehabilitation and vocational training. Its infrastructure includes four X-type units, a receiving and orientation unit, two segregation units, and a 16-bed health care unit, providing a structured environment for inmate living.

The center offers various vocational programs, including metal fabrication/welding, recycling, and outdoor recreational furniture production through its participation in correctional industries. Inmates can also enroll in vocational courses such as auto repair and commercial custodial maintenance, alongside academic offerings like adult basic education and GED courses. Additionally, Shawnee Correctional Center provides supportive programs covering a wide range of areas, from youth offender counseling to anger management, drug education, and incarcerated veterans' transition support.

Formerly overseeing the Hardin County Work Camp near Cave-in-Rock, which closed in 2018, Shawnee Correctional Center remains committed to fostering inmate rehabilitation and preparing individuals for successful reintegration into society. Through a blend of educational, vocational, and supportive programs, the center aims to equip inmates with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead productive lives upon release.

Inmate Locator

Shawnee CC 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

To visit Shawnee Correctional Center, you must sign up in advance.

Video Visitation - Video visitation hours are Sunday through Saturday 8:30a to 2:30p and 4:30p to 5:30p. Visitors should log on 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.

Video Visitation Guidelines

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