Oregon State Penitentiary
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How to Fill Out Oregon DOC's CD-50 Visiting Application (for visitors to Oregon State Penitentiary)
Oregon DOC's CD-50 visiting application is straightforward, but they'll send it back if anything's missing. This guide helps you gather what you need and fill out each field correctly the first time.
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How to Put Money on Someone's Phone or Calling Account at Oregon State Penitentiary
Want to help someone at Oregon State Penitentiary stay connected by phone? You'll need to add funds to the right account. There are two paths: Access Corrections for deposits directly to an AIC's communication account, and ICSolutions for Friends-and-Family debit calling accounts.
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Three Ways to Send Money to Someone at Oregon State Penitentiary
Getting money onto someone's account at Oregon State Penitentiary? The method you pick matters. Here are the main options Oregon DOC uses—plus the exact details that keep deposits from getting rejected.
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Visitation
- Visiting Services mailing address: 3723 Fairview Industrial Drive SE STE 200, Salem, OR 97302‑4975.
- Returned CD‑50 visiting applications can be mailed to the Visiting Services Unit at a Salem address.
- You may submit the visiting application by email or by fax in addition to mailing it.
Communication
- You can add funds for an OSP inmate’s debit calling account online at www.ICSolutions.com.
- To fund a debit telephone account by phone, call 1.888.888.8413 to reach bilingual customer-service agents.
- When funding a calling account you must provide the inmate’s ID number, inmate name, and the name and location of the correctional facility.
Mail & Letters
- The DOC will only accept money orders and cashier's checks sent by mail for deposit to an AIC's commissary account, payable to “DOC” with the AIC's name and SID.
- Mail commissary payments to Central Trust at DOC PO Box 14400, Salem, OR 97309-5077 and include the AIC's name and SID.
- Returned CD-50 visiting application forms are accepted by mail by the Visiting Services Unit at a Salem address.
Sending Commissary
- Access Corrections (via ICS Corrections, Inc.) is the only vendor allowed to deposit directly to an AIC's communication account at OSP.
- DOC will only accept money orders and cashier's checks sent by mail for deposit to an AIC's commissary (trust) account, payable to “DOC” with the AIC's name and SID.
- Mail money orders or cashier's checks for commissary deposits to Central Trust at DOC PO Box 14400, Salem, OR 97309-5077.
Inmate Lookup
- The Oregon Offender Search and county jail rosters let you check custody status and basic booking details but are not certified records.
- You can register for state notification services (such as VISOR) or national alert systems to receive automatic status updates about an offender.
- For faster or more accurate searches, use an offender SID, booking number, or inmate ID when available rather than searching by name alone.
Contact Info
- For questions about completing the visiting application, call 503-378-2883.
- The Visiting Services Unit accepts returned CD 50 visiting applications by mail to a Salem address.
- Visiting application submission options include an email address and a fax number.
Facility Info
- The DOC children’s booklet for Oregon State Penitentiary says people in prison are given a 'cell' to sleep in.
- Visitors with metal-detector concerns must complete the DOC metal-detector exception form and should contact the facility to submit it.
- The metal-detector exception form asks the visitor to authorize a doctor or medical facility to provide verification to the Oregon DOC.
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Topic Overviews
Communication
Friends and family can help someone at Oregon State Penitentiary stay connected by funding a debit calling account through ICSolutions. Add funds online at www.ICSolutions.com, call customer service at 1-888-506-8407, or use the bilingual phone-funding line at 1-888-888-8413. Have the inmate's full name and ID number ready, plus the facility name and location. ICSolutions reports 24/7 customer service availability. Keep in mind that facilities typically use third-party phone vendors, may require account setup and phone number validation, and commonly monitor calls and electronic communications.
Read full guideMail & Letters
Sending mail related to Oregon State Penitentiary usually comes down to two things: commissary deposits and visiting paperwork. For commissary funds, DOC only accepts money orders or cashier's checks by mail—make them payable to
Sending Commissary
To add funds for someone at Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP), use Access Corrections (the vendor used by ICS Corrections, Inc.)—it's the only vendor allowed to deposit directly to an AIC's communication account. Prefer mailing a payment? DOC accepts only money orders or cashier's checks. No cash, no personal checks. Make it payable to
Read full guideInmate Lookup
Check Oregon State Penitentiary custody and booking information using Oregon's statewide Oregon Offender Search or local county roster tools. These pages typically show name, basic booking details, and status updates—but they're not certified records. Want automatic notifications about custody changes? Register for a state notification service like VISOR or a national alert system. For official documentation, use the state's records request process to get a certified offender record. Search by the person's name or, when available, an offender ID for faster results. Keep in mind that online rosters update frequently and may show arrests or charges that aren't final convictions.
Common Questions
Showing 6 of 19How do I submit a visiting application to Oregon State Penitentiary?
Complete the CD‑50 visiting application and submit it to Visiting Services by mail, email, or fax. If you’re mailing it, send it to 3723 Fairview Industrial Drive SE STE 200, Salem, OR 97302‑4975.
VisitationHow do I request a metal‑detector medical exception for visiting at OSP?
Fill out the DOC metal detector medical exception form and authorize a medical provider to verify your condition. Then contact the facility to find out how to submit the completed form to Visiting Services.
VisitationHow do I add money to an inmate’s phone account at Oregon State Penitentiary?
Use ICSolutions online at www.ICSolutions.com or call 1-888-506-8407 to add funds. You can also fund by phone through bilingual agents at 1-888-888-8413. Have the inmate’s ID number, full name, and the facility name and location ready.
CommunicationWhat information is required to fund a calling account for someone at Oregon State Penitentiary?
You’ll need the inmate’s ID number and full name. You’ll also need the name and location of the correctional facility.
CommunicationWhen can I reach ICSolutions customer service for help with phone funding?
ICSolutions customer service is available 24 hours a day, every day. For general help call 1-888-506-8407, and for bilingual phone-funding assistance call 1-888-888-8413.
CommunicationHow do I send money to an inmate at Oregon State Penitentiary?
Mail a money order or cashier’s check payable to “DOC,” and include the inmate’s full name and SID. Send it to Central Trust at DOC PO Box 14400, Salem, OR 97309-5077.
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Mail your completed CD 50 visiting application to the Visiting Services Unit at the Salem address for Oregon State Penitentiary.
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