NCDPS - Forsyth Correctional Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 13, 2024
Address
307 Craft Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Beds
248
County
Forsyth
Phone
336-896-7041
Fax
336-896-7045

Forsyth 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

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 - minimum 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 Forsyth CI on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 336-896-7041.

Located at 307 Craft Dr in Winston-Salem, NC, Forsyth CI carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Forsyth 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.

Forsyth Correctional Institution, established as a minimum-security facility for adult males, has a rich history dating back to the 1930s when it was among the county prisons assumed by the state under the Conner bill. Originally designated for inmates working on road construction crews, it later transitioned into an advancement center focused on pre-release training.

Throughout its history, Forsyth has adapted to evolving inmate needs and rehabilitation strategies. Inmates are actively engaged in work release programs, with a significant portion assigned to various job opportunities, including community work squads and Department of Transportation road crews.

Education is prioritized at Forsyth, with inmates offered study release opportunities and vocational training through partnerships with institutions like Surry Community College. Vocational courses and educational programs are conducted at the Dobson Educational Center, empowering inmates with valuable skills and knowledge for reintegration into society.

Beyond vocational and educational opportunities, Forsyth provides a range of on-unit programs aimed at addressing substance abuse, character development, and successful re-entry into society. These programs include Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and the Drug Alcohol Recovery Treatment (DART) program, among others.

The prison also emphasizes spiritual support and guidance, with a chapel constructed through community donations in 1987. Staffed by full-time chaplains and supported by local churches, Forsyth offers religious services and programs, including Bible study classes, Yokefellow, Gideons, and Muslim Services.

Inmates at Forsyth Correctional Institution have access to a diverse array of services and programs designed to facilitate their rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. Through vocational training, education, substance abuse treatment, and spiritual support, the institution strives to equip inmates with the tools they need to lead productive lives upon release.

Inmate Locator

Forsyth 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.

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

Visits to NCDPS offenders are by appointment only. Call the prison where the offender is housed to schedule an appointment. Visitors should call the prison the day before a scheduled visit to confirm the facility's visitation status. Also, video visitation now is available at most but not all prisons, so family and friends may be able to do a virtual visit if they prefer. Call the prison for additional information on video visitation at the facility.
Visitation by family and friends is encouraged and can make a positive difference during an offender's time in prison. Prison staff understand the importance of offenders maintaining contact with their family and friends. However, offenders can not be assigned to specific facilities within the prison system for the convenience of visitation.

For more information regarding prisons and visitation, please read the Handbook for Family and Friends of Offenders.
The increased safety and security measures are implemented to address, and ultimately eliminate, the introduction of contraband into state prisons. Any refusal to comply with all search procedures will result in the denial of entrance into the facility. Cell phones are considered contraband and are prohibited from all prison facilities. Appropriate attire is required.

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