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SDSP 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 Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork, 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 1600 North Dr in Sioux Falls, SD, SDSP carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. SDSP 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 SDSP, situated in northern Sioux Falls on approximately thirty acres of land, holds a significant historical legacy. Originally established as a territorial prison in 1881, it transitioned into the South Dakota State Penitentiary upon the state's admission to the Union in 1889. While many of the original structures from its early days still stand, numerous modifications and expansions have taken place over the years to accommodate evolving needs.
Comprising three housing units, the main facility of the Penitentiary operates as a Level IV institution, signifying a high level of security. Additionally, the G. Norton Jameson Annex, established adjacent to the main facility, commenced operations in February 1993, serving as an extension of the Penitentiary.
In terms of inmate employment, two primary categories exist: institutional support and prison industries. Institutional support roles encompass tasks such as food service, clerical work, cell maintenance, and general facility upkeep. On the other hand, prison industries encompass a diverse array of vocational activities, including upholstery, printing, sign manufacturing, license plate production, carpentry, bookbinding, machining, Braille transcription, garment manufacturing, and data entry. While most of these activities occur within the Penitentiary premises, garment production and data entry operations are exceptions. The prison's industrial endeavors predominantly cater to governmental agencies, providing valuable goods and services while offering inmates opportunities for skill development and productive engagement.
The SDSP stands as a testament to the state's commitment to correctional management and rehabilitation. Through its blend of historical significance, modern facilities, and inmate employment initiatives, the Penitentiary aims to fulfill its dual mandate of maintaining security and fostering inmate reintegration into society.
SDSP 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.
Video visitation is now available, but must be scheduled in advance. Video visitation registration and scheduling
NOTICE: If you are experiencing microphone issues with your video visit, your current browser will no longer work for video visits. Please stop using Chrome/Edge/Internet Explorer and follow the instructions below:
1. Download and install Firefox: https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/download/thanks/
2. Download and install Adobe Flash: https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
3. Open Firefox, go to the visitation website for your facility and proceed with your visit as normal.
For further assistance, please contact GTL Customer Service at: 855-208-7349
Please be advised that visits may be delayed, suspended or cancelled because of security issues and some visitation schedules may be changed due to special activities. If you are traveling from out of town, you can call the facility control room to verify the visit schedules.
