Osborn Correctional Inst., CT

Physical Address
335 Bilton RdSomers, CT, 06071

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At a Glance

Visitation

  • The Connecticut DOC provides a dedicated Visiting web page for Osborn Correctional Inst.
  • The DOC also maintains separate online pages for inmate accounts and inmate phone information.
  • The DOC website lists public resources including tablet information, inmate search, visiting, and correctional health care.

Communication

  • The CT DOC provides a dedicated Visiting page for Osborn Correctional Inst.
  • The CT DOC lists Inmate Accounts and Inmate Phone Information pages for Osborn Correctional Inst.
  • The DOC’s public resources for Osborn include tablet information, an inmate information search, visiting, and correctional health care links.

Sending Money

  • The Connecticut DOC provides specific web pages for Visiting, Inmate Accounts, and Inmate Phone Information for Osborn Correctional Institution.
  • You can send money by mailed money order or through approved electronic deposit services.
  • Include the department’s remitter form with mailed money orders to help ensure proper posting.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Osborn Correctional Inst. visitation details are managed through Connecticut DOC online resources, including a dedicated Visiting page plus separate pages for inmate accounts and phone information. Before you go, confirm current visiting rules and schedules directly on the DOC Visiting page for Osborn rather than relying on third-party summaries. You'll need to be on the inmate's approved visiting list to visit in person, so complete the visitation application early and allow time for processing. If you'd prefer a remote option, many DOC facilities offer video visits. These typically require a device with audio and video, a valid email, and scheduling through the facility's process. Bring required ID and arrive early for check-in. Minors usually need extra documents and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Communication

The Connecticut DOC maintains Osborn Correctional Inst. pages covering Visiting, Inmate Accounts, and Inmate Phone Information, along with public resources like tablet information, inmate lookup, and correctional health care (see the DOC site for links). Use those Osborn pages as your starting point for the facility's visitor application and official contact links. You can stay connected through video visits, phone calls, or e-messaging using the department's approved systems. Each option runs through department vendors with its own scheduling and technology requirements. Rules and required tech can vary by facility, so check Osborn's DOC pages for current vendor details, scheduling steps, and any device requirements before you try to visit or message. Typical prep includes getting on the approved list, registering with the vendor, and confirming your device's video and audio work.

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Sending Money

Connecticut DOC posts separate pages for Osborn Correctional Institution covering visiting, inmate accounts, and inmate phone information. For sending money, the usual options are mailing a money order with the department remitter form or using an approved electronic deposit service. You don't need to be on the inmate's approved visitor list to add funds, but you do need the inmate's correct name and identification details so your payment posts to the right account. Timing varies: mailed money orders may take several business days to show up, while some electronic deposits can post within hours. Before you send anything, review the DOC Inmate Accounts instructions for Osborn and follow the remitter directions closely.

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Common Questions

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Where can I find visiting rules and schedules for Osborn Correctional Inst.?

Check the Connecticut DOC's dedicated Visiting web page for Osborn Correctional Inst. for the most current visiting rules, hours, and updates. For related details, use the DOC pages for Visiting, Inmate Accounts, and Phone Information rather than third-party sites.

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Do I need to be approved to visit an inmate at Osborn Correctional Inst.?

Yes. You must be on the inmate's approved visiting list before you can attend an in-person visit. If you're not listed, follow the visitation application process and apply well ahead of your planned visit.

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Can I schedule a video visit with an inmate at Osborn and what do I need?

Many DOC facilities offer video visits. You'll typically need a device with video and audio, a valid email address, and to request or schedule through the facility's process. The visit isn't confirmed until the facility approves it.

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Where do I find visiting rules and how to schedule visits at Osborn Correctional Inst.?

Start with the CT DOC’s Visiting page for Osborn Correctional Inst. Visiting rules and scheduling can vary by facility, so follow the DOC page links for the current steps and vendor details.

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Can inmates at Osborn Correctional Inst. make phone calls and how do those calls work?

Yes. Inmates generally place outgoing calls through the department's phone service vendor and can only call numbers on their approved calling list. The DOC's inmate phone information page for Osborn is the best place to confirm the current process.

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How do I send electronic messages to an inmate at Osborn Correctional Inst.?

Check the DOC's tablet information linked for Osborn Correctional Inst. to find the approved tablet vendor and signup steps. E-messaging typically requires an account with the provider, and you'll need to be added to the inmate's e-messaging list before you can exchange messages.

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If you need to reach the Connecticut Department of Correction Public Information Office, it's located at 24 Wolcott Hill Road, Wethersfield, CT 06109. You can call 860-692-7480 or fax 860-692-7783.

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