State Prisons in New York

All State Prisons in New York

Browse 101 state prisons across 40 counties in New York

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About State Prisons in New York

Understanding state prisons in the New York

Welcome to the most comprehensive and up-to-date directory of state prisons in New York. This page lists every active state correctional facility operating in New York, providing families, legal professionals, researchers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about state-level incarceration. Whether you need to locate an incarcerated loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, understand visitation procedures, or simply learn how the state prison system works in New York, everything you need is right here.

Understanding the State Prison System in New York

All state prisons listed on this page are operated by New York's Department of Corrections (DOC). The DOC is responsible for the custody, care, and rehabilitation of all individuals serving felony sentences under New York state law.

The state prison system is structured around a classification system that assigns each inmate to a facility based on factors including the severity of their offense, criminal history, behavior, and programming needs.

Types of State Prisons in New York

The directory below includes multiple types of state correctional facilities:

  • Minimum Security Facilities: Lowest security level with access to work release or community programs.
  • Medium Security Facilities: Most common classification, housing the largest share of the state's inmate population.
  • Maximum Security Facilities: High-security institutions for inmates who pose greater safety risks.
  • Supermax / Administrative Segregation: Most restrictive housing for serious infractions or exceptional security risks.
  • State Correctional Centers for Women: Facilities with specialized programming including parenting classes and trauma-informed care.
  • Medical Facilities: Facilities providing ongoing medical or mental health care to inmates.
  • Youthful Offender Facilities: Facilities for younger adult offenders with age-appropriate programming.

How to Use This Directory

This page is designed to make finding state prison information as simple as possible:

  • Browse the full list of all state prisons in New York by scrolling through the directory below.
  • Filter by county using the county dropdown to narrow down results to a specific region.
  • Switch states using the state selector to load a directory of state prisons in any other US state.
  • Click any facility in the list to open its dedicated page with full contact details and visitation information.
  • Search for an inmate using our free inmate locator tool on each facility page.

Finding an Inmate in a State Prison in New York

If you are trying to locate a specific person currently incarcerated in a state prison in New York, click on any facility in the list below to access its dedicated inmate search tool, or use our free US inmate locator to search by name across all state correctional facilities simultaneously. You can also search directly through New York's Department of Corrections official website if you have the inmate's full legal name or DOC identification number.

Visiting a State Prison

Visiting requires advance planning and prior approval. All visitors must submit an application and receive written approval before their first visit. Click any facility to view specific visitation guidelines and download the visitor application.

Legal Help & Appeals

Unlike jails, individuals in state prison have already been sentenced. However, if your loved one is still in pretrial or sentencing phase, a skilled criminal defense attorney can negotiate plea agreements and potentially reduce sentence length.

Calling an Inmate

Phone calls are outbound only. Your number must be registered and approved with the facility's phone provider, and a prepaid account needs to be funded. Read our inmate calling guide for setup instructions.

Sending Money

Inmates rely on commissary funds for hygiene products, food items, clothing, and phone credits. Methods include online transfers, kiosk deposits, money orders, or approved third-party services depending on the facility.

Programs & Education

Most state prisons offer rehabilitative programs including GED and literacy education, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and religious services. Check individual facility pages for availability.

Daily Life Inside

State prisons operate on structured daily schedules including wake-up times, meal periods, work or program assignments, recreation time, and lights-out. Inmates are assigned to housing units based on security classification and behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions

The total number of active state correctional facilities in New York is shown at the top of the directory list on this page. This number is updated regularly to reflect any facility openings, closures, or reclassifications made by New York's Department of Corrections.

All state prisons in New York are operated by New York's Department of Corrections (DOC), which is the state government agency responsible for managing felony-level incarceration, rehabilitation programs, and parole supervision. Some facilities may be privately operated under contract with the state DOC.

Yes. This page includes a built-in county filter that lets you narrow the full directory down to show only the state prisons located in a specific county within New York. Use the dropdown above the list, and the results will update instantly.

Yes. Use the state selector tool on this page to instantly switch to a complete directory of state prisons in any other US state. Our database covers state correctional facilities across all 50 states.

State prisons in New York are operated by New York's Department of Corrections and house individuals convicted of violations of New York state law. Federal prisons are operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and house individuals convicted of federal crimes. This page covers state facilities only. To find federal prisons in New York, visit our dedicated federal prison directory.

Use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name across all state correctional facilities in New York. You can also click on any facility in the directory below to access its individual inmate search tool, or search directly through New York's Department of Corrections official website.

Most state prisons in New York offer a range of rehabilitative, educational, and vocational programs designed to reduce reoffending and prepare inmates for successful reentry. These programs may include GED and literacy education, vocational and trade training, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and religious services. Program availability varies by facility.

All visitors to state prisons in New York must be pre-approved before their first visit. Click on any facility in the directory below to access that prison's specific visitation guidelines, permitted hours, dress code requirements, and visitor application process. Always confirm the details directly with the facility before making the trip.

State Prisons by County in New York

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Filter State Prisons by County

New York has State Prisons spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the State Prisons in a specific county within New York. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.

All State Prisons in New York

Complete listing of state prisons

Browse the Complete List of State Prisons in New York

The full directory of state prisons in New York is displayed below. Every active state correctional facility operated by New York's Department of Corrections is included. Each entry includes the facility's name, location, county, security classification, and contact details. State prisons house individuals convicted of felony offenses serving sentences longer than one year and offer a broad range of rehabilitative, educational, and vocational programs.

Facility Name County Action
Industry Limited Secure Center 375 Rush-Scottsville Road, Rush, NY 14543-9504
Monroe View Details
NY DJJOY - Industry Residential Center 375 Rush-Scottsville Road, Rush, NY 14543
Monroe View Details
NY DOC - Rochester Correctional Facility 470 Ford St, Rochester, NY 14608-2499
Monroe View Details
Children's Village - New York NY 2090 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd 1st Floor, New York, NY 10027
New York View Details
NY DOC - Bayview Correctional Facility-Women's 550 West 20th St, New York, NY 10011-2678
New York View Details
NY DOC - Edgecombe Residential Treatment Facility 611 Edgecombe Ave, New York, NY 10032-4398
New York View Details
NY DOC - Lincoln Correctional Facility 31-33 West 10th St, New York, NY 10026-4398
New York View Details
SEEDS - Non-Secure Detention 100 William St, New York, NY 11370
New York View Details
NY DJJOY - Taberg Residential Center for Girls 10011 Taberg-Florence Rd, Taberg, NY 13471
Oneida View Details
NY DOC - Marcy Correctional Facility 9000 Old River Road PO Box 5000, Marcy, NY 13403-5000
Oneida View Details
NY DOC - Mid-State Correctional Facility 9005 Old River Road PO Box 216, Marcy, NY 13403
Oneida View Details
NY DOC - Mohawk Correctional Facility 6514 Route 26 PO Box 8450, Rome, NY 13440
Oneida View Details
Oneida NY Correctional Facility 6075 Judd Road, Oriskany, NY 13440
Oneida View Details
Taberg Residential Center 10011 Taberg - Florence Road, Taberg, NY 13471-7735
Oneida View Details
Annsville Residential Center - NY 10011 Taberg - Florence Road, Taberg, NY 13471
Onieda View Details
Goshen NY Secure Residential Center 97 Cross Road, Goshen, NY 10924-9998
Orange View Details
NY DJJOY - Goshen Secure Center 97 Cross Road, Goshen, NY 10924
Orange View Details
NY DOC - Otisville Correctional Facility 57 Sanitorium Road PO Box 8, Otisville, NY 10963-0008
Orange View Details
NY DOC - Orleans Correctional Facility 3595 Gaines Basin Road, Albion, NY 14411-9199
Orleans View Details
NY DOC - Queensboro Correctional Facility 47-04 Van Dam St, Long Island City, NY 11101-3081
Queens View Details
Staten Island Residential Center 1133 Forest Hill Road, Staten Island, NY 10314-6396
Richmond View Details
NY DOC - Mt. McGregor Correctional Facility 1000 Mount McGregor Road PO Box 2071, Wilton, NY 12831-5071
Saratoga View Details
NY DOC - Monterey Shock Incarceration Correctional Facility 2150 Evergreen Hill Road, Beaver Dams, NY 14812-9718
Schuyler View Details
NY DOC - Five Points Correctional Facility 6600 State Route 96 Caller Box 400, Romulus, NY 14541
Seneca View Details
NY DOC - Willard Drug Treatment Campus 7116 County Route 132 PO Box 303, Willard, NY 14588-0303
Seneca View Details
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State Prisons in Other States

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Explore State Prisons in Other States

Looking for state prisons beyond New York? We've got you covered. Use the state selectors below to instantly switch to a full directory of state prisons in any other US state. Whether you need to look up facilities in a neighboring state or search across the country, our nationwide directory makes it simple to find the information you need in just a few clicks.