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October 2, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

September 25, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

September 18, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

September 9, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

September 1, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

August 25, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

August 18, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

August 11, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

August 7, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

 

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

July 30, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

July 27, 2020

INMATE VISITATION SUSPENSION EXTENDED TO September 1, 2020
The continuing rise in the number of new COVID-19 cases within the state calls for the Arkansas Department of Corrections to further extend suspension of inmate visitation until September 1, 2020. We recognize this practice as an important action in our efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 within our facilities. The suspension includes all prisons and community correction centers, and it applies to regular and special visits.

LOWER RATES FOR PHONE CALLS, VIDEO VISITS, AND EMAILS REMAIN IN EFFECT
We understand that the extension of the visitation suspension is very hard for our ADC inmates and DCC residents and their loved ones. It is our desire that you stay connected! We encourage you to take advantage of the lower rates for phone calls, video visitation and emails, which will remain in effect until September 1 as well.

 

July 17, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

July 9, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

July 2, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

June 24, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

INMATE VISITATION SUSPENSION EXTENDED TO AUGUST 1, 2020
The continuing rise in the number of new COVID-19 cases within the state calls for the Arkansas Department of Corrections to further extend suspension of inmate visitation until August 1, 2020. We recognize this practice as an important action in our efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 within our facilities. The suspension includes all prisons and community correction centers, and it applies to regular and special visits.

LOWER RATES FOR PHONE CALLS, VIDEO VISITS, AND EMAILS REMAIN IN EFFECT
We understand that the extension of the visitation suspension is very hard for our ADC inmates and DCC residents and their loved ones. It is our desire that you stay connected! We encourage you to take advantage of the lower rates for phone calls, video visitation and emails, which will remain in effect until August 1 as well.

 

June 9, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

June 3, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

June 1, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time.

 

May 22, 2020

INMATE VISITATION SUSPENSION EXTENDED TO JULY 1, 2020
Our continuing efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 within our facilities has called for the Arkansas Department of Corrections to extend the suspension of inmate visitation until July 1, 2020. The suspension includes all prisons and community correction centers, and it applies to regular and special visits.

LOWER RATES FOR PHONE CALLS, VIDEO VISITS, AND EMAILS REMAIN IN EFFECT
We understand that the extension of the visitation suspension is very hard for our ADC inmates and DCC residents and their loved ones. It is our desire that you stay connected! We encourage you to take advantage of the lower rates for phone calls, video visitation and emails, which will remain in effect until July 1 as well.

 

May 12, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

May 5, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

May 1, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time

 

April 28, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time.

 

April 24, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time.

 

April 21, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time.

 

April 17, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates/Residents (Inmates reside in State Prison Units. Residents reside in our Community Correction Centers and
    Supervision Sanction Programs.);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time.

 

April 16, 2020

FACE MASKS HELP SLOW THE SPREAD OF COVID-

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends wearing cloth face coverings (masks) to help slow the spread of COVID-19.They offer a great online resource with helpful information on the wear and care of cloth face coverings, as well as how to make them (even if you can’t sew).

Check it out here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html

 

 

April 15, 2020

INMATE VISITATION SUSPENSION EXTENDED TO JUNE 1, 2020
Our continuing efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 within our facilities has called for the Arkansas Department of Corrections to extend the suspension of inmate visitation until June 1, 2020. The suspension includes all prisons and community correction centers, and it applies to regular and special visits.

LOWER RATES FOR PHONE CALLS, VIDEO VISITS, AND EMAILS REMAIN IN EFFECT
Because we want you to remain in touch with your loved one during this time, lower rates for phone calls, video visitation and emails will remain in effect until June 1 as well.

 

Click Image to Enlarge Information from the ADH Guidance for Correctional Facilities: - Dated 4/15/2020:

 

April 14, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

The groups referred to in the above chart are broken down as follows:
  • Inmates (Includes Residents in our Community Correction Centers and Supervision Sanction Programs);
  • Facility Security Staff;
  • Facility Non-Security Staff; and
  • Non-Facility Staff (Includes Central Office Staff, Parole & Probation Officers, Teachers, etc.)

Each update will likely vary based on the number of positives under quarantine at that time.

 

Click Image to Enlarge Info from Arkansas Department of Corrections on Adjusted Phone and Video Visitation Rates - Extended to June 1, 2020

 

April 13, 2020

Notice of the Suspension of a Statue to Allow of the Division Community Correction to Respond to the Impact of COVID-19 on the Citizens of Arkansas

Pursuant to the Governor’s Executive Order 20-06, the Division of Community Correction is suspending the following statutory provisions for an extended period until the emergency subsides:

Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-93-104(a)(1)

Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-93-306(d)(3)(E)(i)

Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-93-712(d)(3)(E)(i)

 

April 10, 2020

Effective April 10, 2020 - May 1, 2020

Office hours will be 8:00am-5:00pm

 

April 10, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

April 7, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

April 3, 2020

In an effort to provide timely and accurate information regarding the impact of COVID-19 on our operations, the numbers of positive DOC-related COVID-19 cases under quarantine will be posted here each Tuesday and Friday:

 

March 27, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge Information from the ADH Guidance for Correctional Facilities: - Dated 3/27/2020:

 

March 20, 2020

Effective March 20, 2020 - April 10, 2020

Office hours will be 8:00am-5:00pm

 

Notice of the Suspension of a Statue to Allow of the Division Community Correction to Respond to the Impact of COVID-19 on the Citizens of Arkansas

Pursuant to the Governor’s Executive Order 20-06, the Division of Community Correction is suspending the following statutory provisions for a period of 30 days from March 17, 2020:

Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-93-104(a)(1)

Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-93-306(d)(3)(E)(i)

Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-93-712(d)(3)(E)(i)

March 18, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge Info from Arkansas Department of Corrections on Adjusted Phone and Video Visitation Rates - Dated 3/18/2020:

HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL WEB LINKS FOR OUR INMATE COMMUNICATION SERVICES:

• Division of Community Correction - Video Visitation

• Division of Community Correction - Phone

March 17, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge FAQs from Arkansas Department of Emergency Management on Preparing Your Home and Children - Dated 3/17/2020:

March 16, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge News Release from Arkansas Department of Corrections on Suspension of Inmate Visitation - Dated 3/16/2020:

 

March 15, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge Information on Health Care Resources - Dated 3/15/2020:

March 14, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge Media Alert from the Arkansas National Guard - Dated 3/14/2020:

March 13, 2020

Click Image to Enlarge Information on COVID-19 Precautions Being Taken in Our Facilities - Dated 3/13/2020:

Click Image to Check Out Details Regarding VIDEO VISITATION here:

March 11, 2020

Click Image for Message from Secretary Wendy Kelley Dated 3/11/2020: