Madison Correctional is a medium state correctional facility in London, OH, operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. Inmates here are serving sentences of one year or more under Ohio law. This page was last verified August 2026.
"Madison Correctional is a state correctional facility in London, OH, operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction."
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If your family member has been transferred into Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction custody, the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction maintains an online inmate search you can use to confirm their current location and assignment. You can also use InmateAid's inmate locator to search by name across Ohio facilities.
State prison assignments can change - people are moved between facilities for classification, programming, disciplinary reasons, or population management. If they were recently transferred into DOC custody, give the system 24 to 48 hours to update before assuming results are wrong. You can also pull their arrest record and conviction details to confirm the case status. For direct questions, call Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777.
Most people do not go directly from arrest to a state prison. After sentencing, your family member is transported from the county jail to a Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction intake or reception facility where they are processed, evaluated, and assigned to a permanent institution. That process typically takes two to six weeks depending on the state and current facility capacity.
During the reception period communication is often limited and the facility assignment is temporary. Do not set up phone accounts or plan visits until you have confirmed the permanent assignment - it will almost certainly not be the reception facility. Once the permanent assignment is made, the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction inmate locator will update with the new location. That is the moment to set up calls, plan your first visit, and get money on the books. Read InmateAid's what to expect in prison guide for a full walkthrough of the intake and transfer process.
Madison Correctional is a medium security facility. Security level determines the level of supervision, freedom of movement, programs available, and the general daily experience for the people inside.
In most state systems: minimum security means lower supervision, more movement, and access to work programs and community activities. Medium security is the most common level - structured but not maximum restriction. Maximum or close custody means the highest supervision, most restricted movement, and most limited program access. Security levels can change based on behavior, new charges, or sentence stage - your family member's level may shift over time. Contact Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777 or the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction directly for specific information about what medium means at this facility.
"Contact Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777 or the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction to confirm the security classification at this facility and what it means for daily life, programs, and visitation."
Your family member calls you - you cannot call them.
Calls from Madison Correctional go through the facility's contracted phone provider. Visit InmateAid's prison calls page to find the current provider for this facility and get your account set up before the first call.
Regular phone contact is one of the most consistent factors in how well someone manages a long sentence. It matters more than most people on the outside realize.
State prison visitation requires advance registration in most Ohio facilities. You cannot show up without being on the approved visitor list. Contact Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777 or visit the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction website to begin the registration process - approval can take days to weeks, so start early.
Once approved, visitation hours and rules are set by the facility and can change. General rules across most Ohio state prisons: dress conservatively, avoid colors or patterns that resemble inmate clothing, leave your phone and valuables in your car or facility lockers, bring valid government-issued ID, and follow the facility dress code strictly - violations mean a turned-away visit. Children require specific authorization in most state systems. Read InmateAid's prison visitation guide for a full checklist and Ohio-specific registration guidance.
Visits are worth the effort. For someone serving years, a face-to-face visit is something they think about for weeks before and after. Do not let the process discourage you.
ODRC - Madison Correctional Institution - Visitation
Visitation days are based on the inmate’s institution number. Inmate numbers ending with an even number (0, 2, 4, 6, 8) will visit on the even numbered dates of the month. Inmate numbers ending with an odd number (1,3,5,7,9) will visit on the odd numbered dates of the month.
Visitation periods are “split sessions” with each session counted as a single visit for the month. For example:
- 1st visitation session – 8a.m. to 11:15 am = 1 visit
- 2nd visitation session – 11:45 am to 3 pm = 1 visit
Visitors must arrive before 10 a.m. for the 1st visitation session and 1 p.m. for the 2ndvisitation session.
Only four visitors per inmate can visit at each visitation session. Children aged 2 and above are counted as a visitor toward the total number of visitors regardless of the child’s size.
MaCI will only accept visitors who have a reservation. You will be given a confirmation number once your reservation has been approved. You must have this number the day you arrive to visit for verification purposes.
Our recommended method of making a reservation is by utilizing our online reservation option. This option is available 24/7; however please allow 72 hours for a response from the visiting department. Submit an email to DRC.VisitationMaCI@odrc.state.oh.us with the following information:
- Date & session of visit
- Inmate last name and inmate number
- Complete name of each visitor coming to visit
o Adult visitor(s) full first and last names as it appears on their visit application / State I.D.
o Minors (under the age of 18); full name and relationship (if any) to the inmate.
§ Example:
· Jane Doe + 2 minors (Tom Doe- son and Sue Doe – daughter) to see inmate Doe #A123-456 on 11/15/16 at 12:15 pm.
We hope this process will simplify the visit reservation process for all involved.
Reservations can also be taken from 8 am to 1 pm SUNDAY, MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY by calling (740) 852-1411. Visitation is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, and all state-recognized holidays.
While already visiting, you may request to fill out a reservation card when you are here at MaCI. Just ask the registration Officer in the Zone A Entry building. You will turn the completed reservation card into the registration Officer.
You may make a reservation 30 days in advance.
To cancel a reservation, it will need to be conducted no less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled visit. This can be accomplished either by phone (740) 852-1411 or email DRC.VisitationMaCI@odrc.state.oh.us . Should the cancellation / no show occur within 48 hours of the scheduled visit the visitor will be charged for that specific visit.
Approved visitors for Level 3 inmates can visit three times per month for family members and two times per month for friends.
Approved visitors for Level 1 inmates can visit four times per month for family and three times per month for friends.
Cash and coins are not permitted in the visiting room. You may bring cash to the registration area that can be processed into a vending card that will utilized inside the visiting rooms. The smallest denomination that can be processed is a $5 bill. Visitors will be charged a $2 processing fee for the card. After the initial purchase, visitors may add more money in any cash denomination.
Please be advised that weapons and illegal drugs are prohibited from institution property. All tobacco products, and electronic devices or mobile phones are strictly prohibited. These items must be secured inside your vehicles at all times. Violation of any visiting rule can result in restriction of visiting privileges.
Video Visitation
At Madison Correctional Institution, video visitation is available seven (7) days weekly, from 7:30-10:30 AM, 12:30-3:30 PM, and 5:30-8:30 PM. Visits are thirty (30) minutes in duration, but an additional thirty minutes can be scheduled if the kiosk is not scheduled immediately after your scheduled video visit. Video visitation reservations must be made twenty-four (24) hours in advance and are subject to first-come, first-serve availability.
An approved visitor is defined as: a visitor that submitted an application for visitation, processing has been completed, and approval by institutional staff has taken place. Any approved visitor may request a video visit. Approved visitors must create an account and register with JPay. When family members register to have a video visit, they are prompted by JPay through a series of steps to achieve their visit. Video visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance of the time that they are requesting.
Video visitation kiosks are available to all general population inmates in their housing units. Inmates in restrictive housing (segregation) are not permitted video visits. All visitation rules and regulations for video visitation are the same as institutional visits. Violation of visiting rules during video visitation might result in a loss of visiting privileges. All video visits are monitored, recorded, and/or reviewed after the video visit session. Video visitation is limited to only approved and tentatively approved visitors. Video visits might be stopped if a violation of visiting rules is observed.
The commissary account - also called the trust account - gives your family member access to hygiene items, snacks, phone time, postage, and in some facilities tablets and email services. For a long sentence, keeping money on the books is one of the most sustained practical contributions you can make.
Steps to send money to Madison Correctional:
1. Go to InmateAid's send money page to confirm the approved deposit method for this facility
2. Have your family member's full legal name and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction inmate number ready - not the old county booking number, the DOC number assigned at intake
3. Choose online deposit, phone deposit, or facility kiosk
4. Use the name and number exactly as they appear in the DOC system - any error will delay or reject the deposit
Mail is a lifeline for people serving long sentences. A letter written on a Tuesday arrives on a Friday and gets read multiple times. Do not underestimate it.
Madison Correctional accepts incoming mail addressed to your family member at 1852 OH-56. Include their full legal name and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction inmate number on every piece - not the county booking number. Standard rules at most Ohio state prisons: plain white paper only, no staples, no glitter, no stickers, no colored ink. Photos should be standard print size with nothing written on the back. State prisons tend to have stricter mail rules than county jails - when in doubt keep it simple or the mail will be rejected without notice.
InmateAid's send mail service prints and mails on approved stock from your phone or computer. Formatting rejection is not a risk.
Books and magazines must come new, ordered directly from the publisher or an online retailer. Order through Amazon or directly from the publisher - anything shipped from a personal address will be rejected.
Programs matter for two reasons: they make the time more bearable and in many states they affect parole eligibility and good-time credits. Encouraging your family member to participate is one of the best things you can do for their long-term outcome.
State prison programs vary by facility and security level but commonly include GED and high school equivalency courses, vocational and trade certification, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral programs, religious programming, and work assignments. Contact Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777 to ask specifically which programs are available at this facility and what the enrollment process looks like. Program availability changes based on funding and staffing - what was offered last year may not be offered now.
Most people in Ohio state prisons will be eligible for parole consideration before completing their full sentence, depending on the offense and sentencing structure. Parole is not automatic - it requires a hearing, a parole plan, and in most states a review of institutional behavior, program participation, and victim input.
Families play a real role in the parole process. A stable release address, demonstrated family support, and a documented reentry plan all strengthen a parole application. Start thinking about this early - not the week before the hearing but as soon as your family member is assigned to their permanent facility. InmateAid's parole and probation guide covers the process in Ohio including how hearings work, what the board looks for, and what families can do to support a successful outcome.
Note on sentencing structure: parole eligibility varies significantly by state and offense type. Some Ohio sentences are determinate - meaning the release date is fixed and parole as traditionally understood does not apply. Contact the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction or a Ohio-licensed attorney for guidance specific to your family member's sentence structure.
People in state prison retain specific legal rights even while incarcerated - the right to medical care, the right to be free from cruel and unusual punishment, the right to access the courts, and protections against excessive force. If your family member experiences a serious problem at Madison Correctional, there are channels to address it.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has a formal grievance process your family member can initiate from inside. If the internal process does not resolve the issue, outside advocacy organizations, legal aid, and in serious cases federal civil rights complaints are available. InmateAid's inmate rights guide explains what rights are protected, how the grievance process works in Ohio, and when to involve outside help.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction system is its own world - policies, programs, visitation rules, phone vendors, and what happens at release all vary in ways that matter to your family. InmateAid's Ohio prison resources hub covers all of it in one place, written specifically for families navigating the Ohio system.
Have a specific question from someone who has been through it? Browse real questions and answers at InmateAid Ohio Q&A.
Frequently Asked Questions about Madison Correctional
How long does the DOC intake process take after sentencing?
After sentencing most people spend two to six weeks at a Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction reception facility before being assigned to a permanent institution. During that period they are evaluated for security level, programming needs, and facility placement. Location will change - do not set up phone accounts or plan visits until the permanent assignment is confirmed in the DOC inmate locator.
What is the difference between state prison and county jail?
County jail is a short-term facility operated by the county sheriff, typically holding people awaiting trial or serving sentences under one year. State prison is operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction for sentences of one year or more after conviction. Madison Correctional is a state prison - your family member has been convicted and sentenced, and their case has moved past the pretrial stage.
How do I find my family member's DOC inmate number?
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction assigns a unique inmate number at reception intake. This number - not the county booking number - is what you need for phone accounts, money deposits, and mail. Find it through the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction inmate search online or by calling Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777.
Can my family member earn early release through good behavior or programs?
Most Ohio sentences carry some form of good time credit or program credit that can reduce time served before parole eligibility. The specific rules depend on the offense, sentence structure, and Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction policy. Contact Madison Correctional or the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction directly for information on your family member's specific situation.
What should I do if I am concerned about my family member's safety inside?
Contact Madison Correctional at 740-852-9777 immediately if you have a specific credible safety concern. If you do not receive a satisfactory response, escalate to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction central office. For serious concerns involving threats, assault, or retaliation, InmateAid's inmate rights guide covers the escalation process and outside advocacy options.
Long sentences change everything - the rhythms of family life, the way you plan, what you hope for and when. The families who do best are the ones who stay connected consistently over time, not just in the first months. Calls, letters, visits when possible, money on the books. And knowing that when something goes wrong inside, there are people on the outside paying attention.
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