SCI Somerset

State Prison

Last Updated: February 12, 2024
Address
1590 Walters Mill Rd, Somerset, PA 15510-0001
Beds
2365
County
Somerset
Phone
814-443-8100
Email
ra-crpadocsecretary@pa.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 33028, St Petersburg, FL 33733

SCI Somerset 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 - medium facility.

The phone carrier is Securus Tech®, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is JPAY - Pennsylvania SCI. There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

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

Satellite View of SCI Somerset

You can support your loved ones at SCI Somerset on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 814-443-8100.

Located at 1590 Walters Mill Rd in Somerset, PA, SCI Somerset carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. SCI Somerset 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.

SCI Somerset, a medium-security state prison, houses approximately 2,365 adult male inmates across ten housing units, offering both multiple occupancy cells and dormitory-style accommodations. One unit is designated for special needs inmates. Engaging in the correctional industries program, the facility operates an industrial laundry serving various correctional facilities, universities, veterans facilities, and the Department of Public Welfare. Inmates also contribute to community projects through the community work program, including landscaping and cleaning at the Flight 93 Memorial.

Established in 1993 through a collaborative effort between state and county governments, SCI Somerset was built to accommodate rapid system expansion. Accredited by the American Correctional Association in 2012, it spans 63 acres within the perimeter and 240 acres outside. The average inmate age is 37, with 585 full-time employees managing the facility.

Academic and vocational education programs include adult basic education, GED preparation, English as a second language, and vocational training in carpentry, custodial maintenance, electrical work, and more. Inmates can obtain industry-recognized certifications in their respective trades. Various inmate programs address family relationships, substance abuse, reentry preparation, and mental health.

SCI Somerset's correctional industries include a laundry operation processing over 10.5 million pounds annually for numerous clients. The laundry employs an average of 72 inmates per shift across two shifts. The community work program undertakes diverse projects benefiting churches, schools, fire and police departments, food pantries, state parks, highways, municipalities, and non-profit organizations, contributing to significant savings and community support.

Inmate Locator

SCI Somerset 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

In-person visitation is available at all DOC facilities. Some visiting rules have changed, so please be sure to read this entire page and check out the updated Visiting Rules page, as well as the Visitor Guide before scheduling an in-person visit with an incarcerated loved one. This page also contains instructions on how to schedule a no-cost video visit.​

In-Person Visitation

All in-person visits must be scheduled online at least three days in advance.

  • Schedule a visit.
  • You will see available timeslots, based on your loved one’s specific housing assignment, when you log in.
  • Each inmate is permitted four in-person visits per month, one of which may be on a weekend; in-person visits are guaranteed to be at least one hour long.
  • Four visitors are permitted with one inmate at a time. (Exception: At Quehanna Boot Camp, two visitors are permitted at a time.)
  • All visitors must clear all security procedures and comply with all visiting room rules.
  • Notice on Cancellations: Visits may be canceled for several reasons. You will be notified by email if a cancellation occurs. Please check the email associated with your account the morning of your scheduled visit.
  • At the time of arrival and departure, the visitor may exchange a brief hug and kiss with their incarcerated loved one. There shall be no excessive displays of affection.

Video Visitation

Video visitation is a free service offered to inmates and authorized visitors. All inmates are eligible to participate. Rules for video visits are generally the same as those for in-person visits at a facility. All non-legal video visits are monitored and recorded. Please review our detailed Visitor Guide prior to your visit.

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