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OSP 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.
The phone carrier is IC Solutions, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
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
Located at 2605 State St in Salem, OR, OSP carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. OSP 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.
OSP, Oregon's oldest prison, operates as a multi-custody institution with various programs and services. These include special needs and release housing, work-based education, institutional work programs, and education offerings such as Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED, and English as a Second Language (ESL). OSP also hosts Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) industries, encompassing a furniture factory, laundry services, a metal shop, and a contact center.
OSP boasts a range of clubs aimed at fostering community and personal development among inmates. These clubs include the 7th Step Club, Asian Club, AVP, Family First, HHAAP, Hole in the Wall Group of NA, Lakota Club, Latino Club, Lifers Info, Music Program, Pool Club Info, Toastmasters Club, Uhuru Club, and Veterans Club. For a comprehensive list of programs and services, contacting the institution directly is advised.
Originally established as the Oregon Territory Jail in 1842 in Oregon City, OSP underwent several relocations before settling on its current 26-acre site in Salem in 1866. The penitentiary features special housing units catering to various inmate needs, including disciplinary segregation, psychiatric care, and housing for those sentenced to death. Additionally, the facility houses a 233-bed Special Management Housing unit designed for male inmates who disrupt or pose threats to the general population across department facilities.
Housing at OSP primarily consists of large cell blocks, with most inmates accommodated in double cells. The penitentiary also provides a full-service infirmary to attend to the healthcare needs of its population.
Notable inmates include Christian Longo on death row for killing his wife and three young children. While on the lam after the murder, Longo fled to Mexico and used the name of Michael Finkel (portrayed by Jonah Hill), the former New York Times reporter who later chronicled their experiences in his memoir True Story, adapted into a 2015 film portrayed by James Franco. Although capital punishment is still legal in Oregon, there has been a moratorium on executions since 2011.
OSP 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.
Visiting Information
Every day including holidays:
Visiting inmates in special housing (Disciplinary Segregation Unit, Infirmary, Mental Health Infirmary, Behavioral Health Unit, Intermediate Care Housing, and Death Row) has additional restrictions and requires prior scheduling.
For visits with special housing unit inmates, please call 503-378-2597. Professional visits must be scheduled in advance by contacting the Superintendent's Office at (503) 378-2445 or ospprofessionalvisit@doc.oregon.gov.
Oregon DOC general guidelines for regular visiting. If visiting an AIC in special housing, there are additional restrictions and prior scheduling is required. Contact your facility for assistance.
ATTENTION: All visitors must ensure they are on the adult in custody's approved visitor's list before scheduling an in-person visit. While the online system allows for scheduling regardless of visitor status, the visit will be denied at the institution if the visitor is not approved. Check with your incarcerated loved one to ensure your visiting status is up to date. You can email the visiting application to the Visitor Services Unit or fax to (503) 373-1173. You can also mail the form to Visiting Services Unit, 3723 Fairview Industrial Dr. Suite 200, Salem, OR 97302.
For more information on visiting, please see the Friends & Family Handbook or the Visiting Rule.
For information on professional visits, see the Professional Visit and Communication Guide.
