Riverhead Correctional Facility is a 840-bed facility based in Riverhead, Suffolk County, New York. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 631-852-2200.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the New York State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Riverhead Correctional Facility at 631-852-2200 for assistance.
Phone: 631-852-2200
Physical Address:
100 Center Drive
Riverhead, NY 11901
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970)
Suffolk County Correctional Facility
110 Center Drive South
Riverhead, NY 11901
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970)
Suffolk County Correctional Facility
110 Center Drive South
Riverhead, NY 11901
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility, 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 631-852-2200 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Suffolk County Court or any other county court in New York. This information includes future court appearances.
Riverhead Correctional Facility Inmate Search
The Riverhead Correctional Facility maintains an average of 840 offenders in custody on any given day. The Riverhead Correctional Facility 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 Suffolk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 36,320 offenders.
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With a top capacity of 840 inmates, the Riverhead Correctional Facility has several housing pods to accommodate both male and female detainees. Both linear housing units and podular housing units are present, which accommodate a range of security needs from minimum and medium security inmates who are housed in podular units and maximum security who will be located in linear units that offer less interaction.
It is designed with several departments and sections including a dental area, medical wing, and mental health section that are all state of the art and these are near the rehabilitation unit to provide rehabilitation supports to those with drug or alcohol addictions, injuries, or other special housing needs. Special programming at the location includes the Sherriff’s Office Choose Your Path Program which provides guidance and increased opportunity of successful reintegration into the community, focused on youth who are 18 to 25 years of age.
The Riverhead Correctional Facility also provides general academics for youth who have not completed their GED, provide AA, NA, anger management, medication, and other programming as well as vocational training. Vocational training includes carpentry, custodial, landscaping, food safety and preparation, engine repair, dog care and handling, and some maintenance classes, along with other skills classes.
All inmates are also encouraged to maintain contact with those who are outside of the facility and form their support system including through mail at:
Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970)
Suffolk County Correctional Facility
110 Center Drive South
Riverhead, NY 11901
All mail must be in a white envelope without any polaroid pictures or pictures larger than 5x7 or stickers and other items. Inmates can also call out (no incoming calls are accepted).
An additional alternative to sending mail that is both secure and efficient is via the LIAM program that prints letters or images upon arrival and then delivers them to the inmate.
A commissary is available through Keefe Commissary and allows for family to send packages or for inmates to use their own account to purchase items.
Visiting hours are Tuesday to Friday 2:30-3:30 PM, 4-5 PM, 6:45-7:45 PM, 8:15-9:15 PM and Saturday 8:30-9:30 AM, 10-11 AM, 1-2 PM, 2:30-3:30 PM, with reservations booked at (631) 852-1893.
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Riverhead Correctional Facility for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Riverhead Correctional Facility:
Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Riverhead Correctional Facility at 631-852-2200.
Once an individual is booked at Riverhead Correctional Facility in Riverhead, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 631-852-2200 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Suffolk County, New York, visit the Riverhead Correctional Facility Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?
To schedule a visit at the Riverhead Correctional Facility, call Visiting Reservations at 631-852-1893 or 631-852-1894
Conferences with Attorneys may be scheduled by calling Attorney Visiting at 631-852-3356.
| DAY | TIME |
| TUESDAY | 2:30 - 3:30 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM 6:45 - 7:45 PM 8:15 - 9:15 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 2:30 - 3:30 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM 6:45 - 7:45 PM 8:15 - 9:15 PM |
| THURSDAY | 2:30 - 3:30 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM 6:45 - 7:45 PM 8:15 - 9:15 PM |
| FRIDAY | 2:30 - 3:30 PM 4:00 - 5:00 PM 6:45 - 7:45 PM 8:15 - 9:15 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30 - 9:30 AM 10:00 - 11:00 AM 1:00 - 2:00 PM 2:30 - 3:30 PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 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 Riverhead Correctional Facility?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Riverhead Correctional Facility follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Riverhead Correctional Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Suffolk County 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 Suffolk County 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 Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Riverhead Correctional Facility 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.
Envelopes
The Riverhead Correctional Facility also allows inmates to receive letters in envelopes. The envelope must contain a return address in the left-hand upper corner or it will be rejected. Letters are to be mailed in a standard letter-sized envelope. It must not have any other marking or writing on it other than the inmate’s address and sender’s return address.
All mail must be mailed to the address below regardless of where the inmate is being housed.
Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970)
Suffolk County Correctional Facility
110 Center Drive South
Riverhead, NY 11901
Newspapers
Inmates are allowed to receive newspapers, but only through the mail, direct from the publisher.
Magazines
Inmates are allowed to have magazine subscriptions. Inmates are allowed to have up to five magazines in their possession at any given time. Magazines must not promote illegal activities, violence or anything else deemed a security risk.
Books
Inmates are allowed to receive soft-cover books only. They MUST come from a third-party vendor such as Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com. Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Riverhead Correctional Facility 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 should be mailed to the following address:
Inmate`s Name, Date of Birth (Ex: 01/01/1970)
Suffolk County Correctional Facility
110 Center Drive South
Riverhead, NY 11901
Other Items that can be mailed to an inmate:
2 Females - Night Gowns - Plain and White Only
7 Females - Sports Bras - No Metal
2 Sweat Shirts - Green or White
2 Sweat Pants - Green or White
2 Gym Shorts - Green or White
7 Tee Shirts - White Only
2 Towels - 2' by 4' Maximum Size - White
2 Set of Thermals - White or Off White
15 Photos - 5"x7" Maximum Size - No Polaroid
1 Prayer Rug
1 Kuffi - Green or White
1 Wedding Band - Plain
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Riverhead Correctional Facility follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Riverhead Correctional Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Riverhead Correctional Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Riverhead Correctional Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Riverhead Correctional Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 631-852-2200 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Suffolk County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Suffolk County?
This facility, known as "Riverhead Correctional Facility" is also known as Suffolk County Jail - Riverhead Correctional Facility, Suffolk County Correctional Facility, Suffolk County Criminal Court, Suffolk County Jail Medium and Maximum Security, Suffolk County Jail Medium and Maximum Security, New York, Suffolk, Suffolk County Jail - Med/Max Security Facility.
