NYSDOC - Auburn Correctional Facility

State Prison

Last Updated: February 14, 2024
Address
135 State St, Auburn, NY 13024-9000
Beds
1821
County
Cayuga
Phone
315-253-8401
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 618, Auburn, NY 13024-9000

Auburn CF 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 135 State St in Auburn, NY, Auburn CF carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Auburn CF 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.

Standing where a Cayuga village once thrived, Auburn CF embodies a complex history etched in stone and steel. This maximum-security prison, dating back to 1817 as Auburn Prison, boasts a notoriety that extends beyond its imposing walls. Once the birthplace of the "Auburn system" - a regime of solitary confinement and enforced silence - it witnessed the first electric chair execution in 1890 and housed infamous figures like President McKinley's assassin, Leon Czolgosz.

Yet, the narrative of ACF transcends its past. Today, it strives to equip its 1,821 male residents with tools for a brighter future. Inmates find opportunities in three correctional industries – license plate manufacturing, furniture making, and upholstery – to gain valuable skills and contribute to society.

Beyond practical trades, ACF emphasizes academics. Vocational programs in diverse fields like construction, electrical work, and welding equip individuals with marketable skills. Inmates can pursue their education further through adult basic education, GED courses, and even college-level programs offered by Cornell University and Cayuga Community College. This pursuit of knowledge empowers them to break cycles and build fulfilling lives upon release.

ACF recognizes the importance of personal growth beyond academics. Recreational programs, religious services, and access to a library foster positive engagement and intellectual stimulation. Specialized programs address unique needs, with initiatives like substance abuse treatment and sex offender counseling fostering healing and transformation.

The path ahead for ACF holds the promise of continued evolution. While its history serves as a reminder of the complexities of the correctional system, its present focus on rehabilitation and individual empowerment signifies a shift towards a more hopeful future. From its industrial workshops to its bustling classrooms, ACF strives to be more than just a place of confinement – it aims to be a launchpad for second chances.

Inmate Locator

Auburn CF 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

Visitation information effective 01/02/2024

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Visiting Days: Daily (including weekends)

Visiting Hours: 9:00AM to 3:10PM (Latest arrival time 2:00PM). Visitors will have a minimum of three (3) hours to visit unless early termination is needed, or the visit began after 12:00PM

Special Housing Unit Visiting Days & Hours: Incarcerated individuals in SHU custody are allowed one non-legal visit within a seven (7) day period during regular visitation hours and days. Each seven (7) day period begins at the conclusion of the last visit.

Visitation Schedule: Visiting will be divided by one quarter of the alphabet each day. Each incarcerated individual will have the opportunity for two (2) weekend visits per month. See attached schedule.

2024 Visitation Schedule

Maximum Number of Visits per Day: Unlimited number of visits during visiting hours.

Maximum Number of Visitors per Visit: Three (3) visitors and one (1) child under the age of five (5) will be allowed to visit. The child must sit on an adult’s lap.

Visiting Room Overcrowding Policy: If space considerations require termination of visits, the following procedure will be followed:

  1. Visitors having had one or more visits during the previous seven days will be required to terminate on a “first come, first to leave” basis.
  2. If further room is needed, the local visitors (those residing within a sixty (60) mile radius) will be required to terminate their visits on a “first come, first to leave” basis.
  3. If further space is required, the first visits of the day will be required to terminate until everyone seeking to enter has been accommodated.

For additional visitation information, please visit the DOCCS Visitors Page

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