MI DOC - Gus Harrison Correctional Facility (ARF)

State Prison

Last Updated: March 25, 2024
Address
2727 E Beecher St, Adrian, MI 49221
Beds
1060
County
Lenawee
Phone
517-265-3900

ARF 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 2727 E Beecher St in Adrian, MI, ARF carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. ARF 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.

The ARF, established in 1991 and named after the first director of the department, is a multi-security prison located on the eastern border of Adrian, Michigan. With six housing units, the facility can accommodate 1,060 male prisoners aged 18 and older.

One notable program operated within the facility is the dog program in collaboration with The Ability Center’s Assistance Dogs Program. This initiative involves training dogs within the facility to serve as service companions, with up to 20 dogs being trained simultaneously.

In terms of educational opportunities, the facility offers academic programs covering General Education Development (GED), Special Education for prisoners with learning disabilities, and even college courses. Vocational training is also available in fields such as Optical, Culinary Arts, and License Plate Production.

Various other programs are in place to address different needs of the inmate population, including Substance Abuse Treatment, Domestic Violence Prevention (MiDVP), Violence Prevention, Employment Readiness, English as a Second Language courses, and access to general and law library services. Additionally, group counseling, religious services, and mental health support services are provided, with referrals to outside medical facilities made as necessary.

Routine medical and dental care are provided onsite, with more serious medical issues addressed at the department’s Duane L. Waters Healthcare facility in Jackson, Michigan, and emergencies referred to local hospitals.

In terms of security measures, the facility employs double chain-link fences, buffer fences, razor-ribbon wire, electronic detection systems, video surveillance, two gun towers, and patrol vehicles to safeguard its perimeter and ensure the safety and security of staff and inmates alike.

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ARF 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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Visitation Information

Gus Harrison Correctional Facility (ARF) In-Person Visiting Schedule by Housing Unit
Housing Units 1, 2, and 3
Visiting Day Visiting Start Time Visiting End Time
Sunday 8:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M.
Sunday 11:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M.
Sunday 2:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
Sunday 5:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
Sunday 7:30 P.M. 9:30 P.M.
Monday and Friday 2:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
Monday and Friday 5:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
Monday and Friday 7:30 P.M. 9:30 P.M.
Saturday 8:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M.
Saturday 11:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M.
Housing Units 4 and 5
Visiting Day Visiting Start Time Visiting End Time
Thursday and Saturday 2:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
Thursday and Saturday 5:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
Thursday and Saturday 7:30 P.M. 9:30 P.M.
6 Block Visiting
Visiting Day Visiting Start Time Visiting End Time
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 A.M. 12:00 P.M.
Saturday and Sunday 2:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
Saturday and Sunday 5:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
Saturday and Sunday 7:30 P.M. 9:30 P.M.
Monday, Thursday, and Friday 2:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
Monday, Thursday, and Friday 5:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
Monday, Thursday, and Friday 2:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M.
Segregation
Visiting Day Visiting Start Time Visiting End Time
Saturday 8:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M.
Saturday 11:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M.

Updated: 06/05/23



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