The Anchorage Correctional Complex is a 396 bed jail in the city of Anchorage, Anchorage Municipality, Alaska. Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Alaska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 907-269-4100, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Anchorage Correctional Complex at 907-269-4100 to get it.
Phone: 907-269-4100
Physical Address:
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & ID Number
Anchorage Correctional Complex
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & ID Number
Anchorage Correctional Complex
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 907-269-4100 for the information you are looking for.
Anchorage Correctional Complex Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
The Anchorage Correctional Complex maintains an average of 396 offenders in custody on any given day. The Anchorage Correctional Complex has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Anchorage Municipality law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 11,520 offenders.
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The Anchorage Correctional Complex in Alaska has a total capacity of 863 and houses inmates of all security levels. It contains two main sections, the East Building which is the Anchorage Jail and the West Building, which is the main prison. If you want to find an inmate, Alaska does not have an online inmate search, so you have to phone the Anchorage Correctional Complex directly at 907-269-4100. You should also ask them the inmate's ID # when you call as you will need this when mailing them.
It offers educational opportunities, drug and alcohol treatment and one visit per day with a maximum of three visitors. Inmates can make outbound calls during approved hours, either collect or with money from their personal account. There is a third party service that you can sign up for, which is outlined in the phone section below.
Visitation hours are every day; 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 7:15 pm, 8:15 pm, except for Thursdays which there are just two times you can visit, 1:00 and 2:00 pm. Visitors must sign up one hour prior to the visitation slot and have current identification each time they visit. Jail inmates have access to the same rights as other prisoners.
Unfortunately, there were 14 deaths among people incarcerated in the entire Alaska Doepartment of Corrections in 2020. The Department of Corrections has not responded to email or phone calls containing questions regarding the inmate deaths. Family members and activists are demanding an independent review into the deaths and letters have been sent to the Department of Corrections.
The Anchorage Jail is located at 1400 East 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 and the main phone number is 907-269-4100 and the administration line is 907-269-7397. Inmates are also able to call their legal counsel, employers, family members, or friends as per the approved members' list.
You can bail out an inmate, deposit money into their trust accounts and even communicate with them using a secure messaging service. All of this information is explained in detail below.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Anchorage Correctional Complex, call the jail’s booking line at 907-269-4100.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Anchorage Correctional Complex Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Anchorage Municipality for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Anchorage Municipality and other Alaska and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Anchorage Correctional Complex will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex? What is the Schedule?
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
907-269-4100
EAST BLDG. (Anchorage Jail)
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| TUESDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| THURSDAY | 1:00pm, 2:00pm |
| FRIDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| SATURDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| SUNDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
WEST BLDG. (West Building)
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| TUESDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| THURSDAY | 1:00pm, 2:00pm |
| FRIDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| SATURDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
| SUNDAY | 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm |
ECHO AND FOX MOD
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
| TUESDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
| THURSDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
| FRIDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
| SATURDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
| SUNDAY | 7:00am, 5:00pm |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Anchorage Municipality do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Anchorage Municipality inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Anchorage Correctional Complex allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Anchorage Correctional Complex also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & ID Number
Anchorage Correctional Complex
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & ID Number
Anchorage Correctional Complex
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Anchorage Correctional Complex allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Anchorage Correctional Complex standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & ID Number
Anchorage Correctional Complex
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
For inmates receiving mail in the Anchorage Correctional Complex there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Anchorage Correctional Complex:
Inmate's Full Name & ID Number
Anchorage Correctional Complex
1400 East 4th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Anchorage Correctional Complex using an Online Messaging Service?
They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.
After Registering/Logging In:
1. You choose Anchorage Correctional Complex.
2. You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3. You add a credit or debit card.
4. You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5. You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6. Anchorage Correctional Complex charges a fee for each message sent or received.
Important Things to Know
- Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
- ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail.
- Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
- Rates vary and are always subject to change.
- Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
- You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
- You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
- You may NOT type or send emoticons.
- You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
- You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved.
- Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
- You may NOT transfer credits to another email.
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: [email protected]
FAQ
Contact Page
iphone app
Android app
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Anchorage Correctional Complex follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Anchorage Correctional Complex check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Anchorage Municipality.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Anchorage Correctional Complex have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Anchorage Correctional Complex’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-269-4100 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Anchorage Municipality?
This facility, known as "Anchorage Correctional Complex" is also known as Anchorage Jail, Anchorage Police Department, < FIND AN INMATE - Call 907-269-4100 for Inmate Information >, Anchorage Jail , Anchorage Jail , Alaska, Anchorage Borough.
