Ketchikan Correctional Center

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Ketchikan Correctional Center Information

Located in Ketchikan, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska, the Ketchikan Correctional Center is a 65-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 907-228-7350.

This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.

Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.

Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Alaska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Ketchikan Correctional Center at 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

Phone: 907-228-7350

Physical Address:
1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Ketchikan Correctional Center
1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Ketchikan Correctional Center?

To search for an inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center, 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 907-228-7350 for the information you are looking for.

Ketchikan Correctional Center 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 Ketchikan Correctional Center, 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 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

The Ketchikan Correctional Center maintains an average of 65 offenders in custody on any given day. The Ketchikan Correctional Center 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 Ketchikan Gateway Borough law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 210,260 offenders.

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About the Ketchikan Correctional Center
The Ketchikan Correctional Center in Alaska is a state prison managed by the Alaska Department of Corrections, and is the only prison in the state as Alaska does not have any federal prisons. It has a capacity of 71 and is located at 1201 Schoenbar Road, Ketchikan, AK, 99901-6270 with a contact number of (907) 225-2828. Visitation hours are Thursday through Sunday 6:30am-8:30pm and there are two forms of visitation: contact, where visitors sit at a table with the inmate, and non-contact, which are prescheduled. Money can be sent to inmates through Lockbox, JPay, GTL or Keefe services. Visitors must be appropriately attired when entering, and must not bring anything that resembles or could be used as a weapon. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult family member or guardian and there must be at least one hour between visits. Inmates must report to the facility on the day specified by the court with their photo ID and judgment of the court that sentenced them. The facility has been facing issues of overcrowding, staff shortages and other conditions of confinement, with a quonset hut having been used as a temporary facility for over two decades. It has a special management unit for high-risk prisoners and provides various educational programs such as the Alaska GED program, Anger Management, Parenting Classes, HVAC, auto repair, drywall, electrical and computer skills, as well as Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous programs.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at Ketchikan Correctional Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Ketchikan Correctional Center where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at Ketchikan Correctional Center:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 907-228-7350.

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Directions / Map to the Ketchikan Correctional Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Once someone is booked at Ketchikan Correctional Center in Ketchikan after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 907-228-7350 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in Ketchikan Gateway Borough can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska, see the Ketchikan Correctional Center Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center? What is the Schedule?

Ketchikan Correctional Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270
907-228-7350

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 907-228-7350 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 907-228-7350 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Ketchikan Correctional Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Ketchikan Gateway Borough 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 Ketchikan Gateway Borough 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 Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center, and what can I send them?

Ketchikan Correctional Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Ketchikan Correctional Center 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 Ketchikan Correctional Center 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:
1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270



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 Ketchikan Correctional Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Ketchikan Correctional Center 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:
1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Ketchikan Correctional Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Ketchikan Correctional Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ketchikan Correctional Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-228-7350 for further assistance.

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Search for an Inmate in Ketchikan Gateway Borough

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