Find an Inmate at Taft Correctional Institution
Search for an inmate at Taft Correctional Institution and get help with contacting an inmate, visitation, and sending money.
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Enter first and last name to look up an inmate at Taft Correctional Institution.
After You Search
Quick Facts
- Choose the right channel: intake/main line for custody or location, Records & ID for release or records, and Health Records for medical records.
- Have the incarcerated person’s full name, any aliases, and date of birth or booking/ID number ready before you call.
- Records or property requests commonly require a government-issued photo ID and adherence to the Records Unit’s submission rules.
- If local contacts can’t resolve your question, escalate to the appropriate state-level office for records, subpoenas, or vendor issues.
Common Questions
What information should I have before I call Taft Correctional Institution?
Have the person’s full name, any known aliases, and their date of birth or booking/ID number. If you’re requesting records or property, be ready to provide a government-issued photo ID if requested and follow the Records Unit’s submission rules.
Which office should I contact for release or records requests?
Contact the facility’s Records & ID unit for release paperwork, records requests, and property issues. That’s the best way to get your request routed to the right place.
What should I do if facility contacts don’t resolve my issue?
If facility contacts don’t resolve it, escalate to the system’s state-level office. They can help with records requests, subpoenas, vendor support, or other unresolved issues.
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