NJDC - New Jersey State Prison (NJSP)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 15, 2024
Address
600 Cass St, Trenton, NJ 08625
Beds
1916
County
Mercer
Phone
609-292-9700

NJSP 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 - maximum facility.

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 NJSP on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 609-292-9700.

Located at 600 Cass St in Trenton, NJ, NJSP carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. NJSP 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.

NJSP, formerly known as Trenton State Prison, stands as the oldest correctional facility in New Jersey and one of the oldest in the United States. As the state's sole completely maximum-security institution, it houses the most challenging and dangerous offenders in its inmate population, numbering over 1,860 adult males and females. Renowned for its stringent custodial supervision and control, NJ State Prison maintains a steadfast commitment to providing professional treatment services, including education and social work, to its inmates.

Historically, the facility served as the incarceration site for death row inmates until the abolition of capital punishment in New Jersey in 2007. Throughout its operation, New Jersey State Prison has witnessed several riots, reflecting the challenges inherent in managing a population of high-risk offenders within a maximum-security environment.

Notably, the prison is home to several infamous criminals and serial killers, contributing to its reputation as a high-security facility. Among its inmates are Richard Cottingham, who committed six murders, Charles Cullen, a nurse who confessed to killing 35 people, and Jesse Timmendequas, convicted of the rape and murder of 7-year-old Megan Kanka. Megan's tragic death spurred the enactment of Megan's Law, a crucial legislation that requires the public registration of sex offenders, thereby enhancing community safety.

Despite its notoriety, New Jersey State Prison remains dedicated to its mission of incarceration, rehabilitation, and public safety. Through its comprehensive treatment programs and stringent security measures, the facility strives to manage its inmate population effectively while promoting the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society.

Inmate Locator

NJSP 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

  • To schedule a visit, call (609) 292-9700 ext. 4555 or 4556, Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Address: 600 Cass St, Trenton, NJ 08608
  • All visits must be scheduled seven (7) days in advance.

General Population Contact Visits

Saturday Sunday Registration 7:30 – 8:45 a.m., visits 9:30 – 11 a.m. Registration 7:30 – 8:45 a.m., visits 9:30 – 11 a.m. Registration 10:30 – 11:45 a.m., visits 1 – 2:30 p.m. Registration 10:30 – 11:45 a.m., visits 1 – 2:30 p.m.

General Population Window Visits – No Friday visits

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday Sunday Registration 8:30 – 1:30 p.m., 1-hour visits 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration 8:30 – 1:30 p.m., 1-hour visits 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration 8:30 – 1:30 p.m., 1-hour visits 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration 8:30 – 1:30 p.m., 1-hour visits 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration 8:30 – 1:30 p.m., 1-hour visits 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration 8:30 – 1:30 p.m., 1-hour visits 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Protective Custody Window Visits

Tuesday Thursday Saturday 7 – 8 p.m. 7 – 8 p.m. 7 – 8 p.m.

Protective Custody Contact (congregate status only) Visits

Friday Registration 4:45 – 5:30 p.m., visits 6 – 7 p.m.

Restorative Housing Unit Window Visits

Monday Wednesday Friday Registration 6:15 p.m., visits 7 – 8 p.m. Registration 6:15 p.m., visits 7 – 8 p.m. Registration 6:15 p.m., visits 7 – 8 p.m.

Rule 30 Window Visits

Sunday Registration 5:15 – 6 p.m., visits 6 – 7 p.m.

Management Control Unit Window

Sunday Registration 6:15 – 7 p.m., visits 7 – 8 p.m.

Ask The Inmate

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