District of Columbia Prison & Jail Facilities

District of Columbia has 8 correctional facilities, including state prisons, county jails, federal facilities, and reentry centers. Browse the full list from the facility table below, or use the search box to find a specific prison by name.

District of Columbia has an imprisonment rate of - per 100,000 people. A total of 1,820 people are currently incarcerated in District of Columbia, with 3,495 on probation and 2,547 on parole. View recent arrests in District of Columbia or search the US inmate locator for individual records.

District of Columbia Prison & Jail System Overview

District of Columbia operates 1 correctional facilities under the state Department of Corrections. These facilities include state prisons, county jails, reentry centers, and probation offices.

An additional 5 facilities in District of Columbia serve administrative, probation, or specialized supervision roles.

Searching for Inmates in District of Columbia

The District of Columbia Department of Justice maintains a public offender search tool at their official state inmate locator. You can search by the person's full name, inmate ID number, or register number. The tool typically returns results including the inmate's name, current facility, gender, race, offense, and projected release date.

For a comprehensive search that covers all facilities and includes inmates who may have transferred across state lines, use our nationwide inmate locator, which covers 2.65 million+ federal inmate records. You can also run a full background check that searches across court records, arrest records, and public data from all 50 states.

Prison Population in District of Columbia by Incarceration Status

The chart and table below show the distribution of the District of Columbia correctional population by supervision status. 1,820 people are currently incarcerated, with 3,495 on probation and 2,547 on parole.

Prison Population by Gender in District of Columbia

The incarcerated population in District of Columbia is predominantly male. - male and - female individuals are currently incarcerated. Female incarceration has grown significantly over the past three decades, driven largely by drug-related offenses and mandatory minimum sentencing.

How to Use the District of Columbia Prison Search Tool

Finding a prison facility in District of Columbia is easy with AllJailSearch.us. We have 8 facilities listed in District of Columbia. Use the search box at the top of the page to find any prison by name, or browse the complete facility table below.

Each facility page provides the following information:

• Visiting Hours — Scheduled days and times for in-person visits
• Visitation Rules — Dress code, ID requirements, and prohibited items
• Phone Number — Direct line to facility administration
• Email & Fax — For correspondence and document submission
• Physical Address — With a driving directions map
• Inmate Locator — Search inmates currently held at the facility
• Send Money Instructions — State-approved methods for commissary deposits
• Phone Call Setup — Carrier information and account setup instructions

How to Contact, Visit, and Send Money to an Inmate in District of Columbia

Visiting an inmate in District of Columbia requires advance approval. You must be added to the inmate's approved visitor list before arriving at any facility. Most facilities allow one or two visits per week during scheduled visiting hours.

• Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID on every visit. A driver's license, state ID, or passport is accepted at most facilities.
• Review the facility's dress code before arriving. No revealing clothing, no gang-affiliated colors, and no clothing resembling inmate uniforms are permitted.
• Arrive on time — late arrivals are often turned away. Some facilities require check-in up to 30 minutes before the visit begins.
• Book your visit in advance — walk-in visits are not permitted at most state prisons. Contact the facility directly to schedule.
• Respect facility staff and rules — any violation may result in immediate termination of the visit and possible loss of future visiting privileges.
• Complete the visitor application if you have not visited before. Download the District of Columbia visitor application.

Read our complete guide to visiting an inmate in prison before your first visit.

Sending Money to an Inmate in District of Columbia

The District of Columbia Department of Corrections allows family members and friends to deposit money into an inmate's commissary trust account. Inmates use these funds to purchase hygiene products, food, phone credits, and other approved items from the facility store. Use the following approved methods to send money to an inmate in District of Columbia:

District of Columbia inmates maintain a commissary trust account to purchase approved items inside the facility. The DC Department of Corrections uses JPay as its primary deposit platform.

Method 1 — JPay (Online & Mobile, Recommended)

• Visit JPay.com or use the JPay mobile app: Android iOS
• Search by the inmate's DC DOC number or name. Pay by debit or credit card.
• Funds post within 24–48 hours on business days.

Method 2 — JPay Phone

• Call JPay at 1-800-574-5729 (available 24/7) to deposit by phone.

Method 3 — JPay Kiosk (In-Person)

• JPay kiosks are available at select DC DOC facilities. Kiosks accept debit and credit cards; funds typically post immediately.

Method 4 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only)

• Make the money order payable to the inmate's full name with the DC DOC number on the memo line. Send via USPS to the facility's business office.
• Processing time: 5–10 business days after receipt.

Information Required

• Inmate's full committed name
• DC DOC inmate number
• Facility name

Read our full inmate money guide for step-by-step help.

Read our full guide to sending money to an inmate for step-by-step instructions on every method.

Calling an Inmate in District of Columbia

Phone calls from District of Columbia correctional facilities are managed through the facility's approved phone carrier. Inmates can only make outgoing collect calls — they cannot receive incoming calls. You must set up a prepaid account with the carrier before any calls can be placed. All calls are recorded and subject to monitoring. Read our inmate phone call setup guide for full instructions.

Types of Prisons & Jails in District of Columbia

The 8 facilities in District of Columbia span a wide range of security levels and facility types — from minimum-security federal camps to maximum-security state penitentiaries. The table below shows the breakdown by facility type and security classification.

Complete List of District of Columbia Prison & Jail Facilities

This is the complete list of District of Columbia correctional facilities. Results are paginated at 20 per page. Select any facility name to view its full profile, including visiting hours, inmate locator, phone number, address, and driving directions.

Showing 1 – 20 of 8 facilities.

Browse Prisons by County in District of Columbia

District of Columbia has 3 counties with correctional facilities. Select a county below to view recent arrests and facility information for that area.

Helpful Guides for Inmates & Families

Whether you are looking for an inmate, planning a visit, or trying to support a loved one through incarceration, our guides cover every step of the process.

• How to Call an Inmate — Set up a prepaid account and make your first call.
• How to Send Money to an Inmate — Approved deposit methods for every state.
• Complete Visitation Guide — Rules, dress code, and what to expect.
• How to Get Bail — Understanding bail bonds and the pre-trial release process.
• How to Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer — What to look for and how to find representation.
• Financial Help for Prisoner Families — Government benefits, nonprofits, and emergency aid.
• Life After Prison — Reentry Guide — Employment, housing, and reintegration resources.