Garner Correctional Institution

Want to look up an inmate at the Garner Correctional Institution? The Official Jail Inmate Roster shows their criminal charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and in many cases their mugshot. You can also call the jail at 203-270-2800 for the information you need.

Active Arrest Warrants

Connecticut’s Judicial Branch posts an online list of certain arrest warrants: those issued for a violation of probation, a failure to appear in court on existing charges, or an order to incarcerate. It isn’t a list of every warrant in the state. Warrants from police investigations generally aren’t posted, so if a name doesn’t appear, that doesn’t mean there’s no warrant.

Public Information on Court Cases

To find information on a specific court case, use the Judicial Branch’s online case look-up, which covers most cases in the Supreme Court, the Appellate Court, and the Superior Court, including criminal cases across Connecticut. Some records, such as juvenile, youthful offender, and sealed cases, are not available to the public.

Garner Correctional Institution Inmate Search

Bail Bonds

In Connecticut, the first decision about bail is made at the police station after an arrest. Police can release the person on a written promise to appear, or set a bond. If the person isn’t released, an intake, assessment and referral specialist (formerly called a bail commissioner) with the Judicial Branch’s Court Support Services Division can review the case and change the bond. The judge makes the final decision when the defendant appears in court. If the judge orders bail, it can be posted as a cash bond for the full amount, or as a surety bond through a licensed bondsman, whose fee is set by state regulation at 10% of the first $5,000 and 7% of the rest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers explain how to find an inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution, how jail rosters work, and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. Still have questions? Call 203-270-2800 for help.

The Garner Correctional Institution is licensed to hold 593 inmates at a time, but it often has to make room for more, especially on weekends. Connecticut has no county jails. The state Department of Correction runs every facility, and several of them serve as the state’s jails for people awaiting trial while also holding sentenced inmates: Bridgeport, Hartford, and New Haven Correctional Centers, Corrigan-Radgowski Correctional Center, and York Correctional Institution, which holds every woman in state custody. Cheshire, Garner, and MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institutions also hold some pretrial detainees. Brooklyn Correctional Institution and the Cybulski Community Reintegration Center hold only sentenced men, and Osborn and Robinson Correctional Institutions house sentenced men almost exclusively. At the facilities that hold pretrial detainees, at least 35-40% of the inmate population turns over each month, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months, while about 8-9% stay between six and twelve months. Inmates held longer than a year are usually facing serious charges such as rape or murder, and because those cases take so long to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Fairfield County on such charges remain in state custody much longer.

How to post bail for someone arrested in Fairfield County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Garner Correctional Institution in Newtown, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 203-270-2800 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

• Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 203-270-2800 if needed.
• You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Fairfield County.
• Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.

For further information on posting bail in Fairfield County, Connecticut, visit the Garner Correctional Institution Bail Information Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution? What is the Schedule?

Garner Correctional Institution Inmate Visitation Schedule

Garner Correctional Institution
50 Nunnawauk Road
Newtown, CT 06470
203-270-2800

• All potential visitors must complete the State of Connecticut - Department of Correction Visiting Request Form
• Video Visits must be pre-scheduled and a Visiting Request Form must be completed.
• In-Person Visits are not pre-scheduled at this time are on a first come, first serve basis.
• Visitors must be on the approved, active visiting list.
• You will receive a notification when your video visit is scheduled.

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RULES & GUIDELINES FOR VISITING AN INMATE

• Confirm the facility location of the inmate you would like to visit by using the inmate search tool.
• Valid, government issued photo ID is required.
• No cellphones or other electronic devices allowed into the visiting area.
• No more than two (2) visitors are allowed per visit to include children.
• On-site visits are at least 30 minutes, and up to 60 minutes.
• Visitors are required to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled on-site visit to check in.
• Video visits are 30-60 minutes.
• There are NO VISITS on major holidays.
• Clothing & Appearance must be reasonably modest. Revealing, seductive, or offensive clothing is not allowed.
• Video visits are free.
  A maximum of (3) authorized adult visitors may participate in the video visit and must be included on the Visit Request Form. Children don't count toward the number of visitors. 
• NOTE: ACTUAL VISITATION DAYS AND TIMES VARY FOR EACH INMATE - See Schedule for Garner Correctional Institution

VISITATION SCHEDULE - Go to this page to see times for Specific Inmates and Units for Garner Correctional Institution

203-270-2800

Connecticut State Department of Correction - Remote Inmate Video Visitation

Video Visitation is done using Microsoft Teams Group Chat Software. 

• In order to use Microsoft Teams you need to be registered and prepaid. While you can sign up for free, you get more benefits and it's easier to use with a paid version.
• Family and friends wishing to participate and receive a Video Visit may consult with their loved one.
• Next, your detained friend or family member will need to add your name to the visitation list and you will be contacted by a Department of Correction staff member to schedule a day and time for your visit.
• The following are the instructions and steps to have a video visit with your inmate after you have been added by your inmate, and you have opened your account with Microsoft Teams.
  1. Type www.skype.com in the search bar.
  2. Click 'sign in' in the upper right hand corner.
  3. Click 'New to Skype' Sign up - then 'NEXT'.
  4. Under 'Create Account', add your email address. - then 'NEXT'.
  5. Create a password, then click 'NEXT'.
  6. Enter your first and last name, then click 'NEXT'.
  7. Enter your Country/region, then your birthday, then click 'NEXT'.
  8. Download the SKYPE app to your chosen device, then ...
  9. Sign into SKYPE using your email and password you just registered under.

Connecticut State Department of Correction - Remote Inmate Video Visitation

Video Visitation is done using Microsoft Teams Group Chat Software. 

• In order to use Microsoft Teams you need to be registered and prepaid. While you can sign up for free, you get more benefits and it's easier to use with a paid version.
• Family and friends wishing to participate and receive a Video Visit may consult with their loved one.
• Next, your detained friend or family member will need to add your name to the visitation list and you will be contacted by a Department of Correction staff member to schedule a day and time for your visit.
• The following are the instructions and steps to have a video visit with your inmate after you have been added by your inmate, and you have opened your account with Microsoft Teams.
  1. Type www.skype.com in the search bar.
  2. Click 'sign in' in the upper right hand corner.
  3. Click 'New to Skype' Sign up - then 'NEXT'.
  4. Under 'Create Account', add your email address. - then 'NEXT'.
  5. Create a password, then click 'NEXT'.
  6. Enter your first and last name, then click 'NEXT'.
  7. Enter your Country/region, then your birthday, then click 'NEXT'.
  8. Download the SKYPE app to your chosen device, then ...
  9. Sign into SKYPE using your email and password you just registered under.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution?

Garner Correctional Institution Inmate Visitation Schedule

Garner Correctional Institution
50 Nunnawauk Road
Newtown, CT 06470
203-270-2800

• All potential visitors must complete the State of Connecticut - Department of Correction Visiting Request Form
• Video Visits must be pre-scheduled and a Visiting Request Form must be completed.
• In-Person Visits are not pre-scheduled at this time are on a first come, first serve basis.
• Visitors must be on the approved, active visiting list.
• You will receive a notification when your video visit is scheduled.

(SCROLL DOWN FOR VISITATION SCHEDULE)

RULES & GUIDELINES FOR VISITING AN INMATE

• Confirm the facility location of the inmate you would like to visit by using the inmate search tool.
• Valid, government issued photo ID is required.
• No cellphones or other electronic devices allowed into the visiting area.
• No more than two (2) visitors are allowed per visit to include children.
• On-site visits are at least 30 minutes, and up to 60 minutes.
• Visitors are required to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled on-site visit to check in.
• Video visits are 30-60 minutes.
• There are NO VISITS on major holidays.
• Clothing & Appearance must be reasonably modest. Revealing, seductive, or offensive clothing is not allowed.
• Video visits are free.
  A maximum of (3) authorized adult visitors may participate in the video visit and must be included on the Visit Request Form. Children don't count toward the number of visitors. 
• NOTE: ACTUAL VISITATION DAYS AND TIMES VARY FOR EACH INMATE - See Schedule for Garner Correctional Institution

VISITATION SCHEDULE - Go to this page to see times for Specific Inmates and Units for Garner Correctional Institution

203-270-2800

Connecticut State Department of Correction - Remote Inmate Video Visitation

Video Visitation is done using Microsoft Teams Group Chat Software. 

• In order to use Microsoft Teams you need to be registered and prepaid. While you can sign up for free, you get more benefits and it's easier to use with a paid version.
• Family and friends wishing to participate and receive a Video Visit may consult with their loved one.
• Next, your detained friend or family member will need to add your name to the visitation list and you will be contacted by a Department of Correction staff member to schedule a day and time for your visit.
• The following are the instructions and steps to have a video visit with your inmate after you have been added by your inmate, and you have opened your account with Microsoft Teams.
  1. Type www.skype.com in the search bar.
  2. Click 'sign in' in the upper right hand corner.
  3. Click 'New to Skype' Sign up - then 'NEXT'.
  4. Under 'Create Account', add your email address. - then 'NEXT'.
  5. Create a password, then click 'NEXT'.
  6. Enter your first and last name, then click 'NEXT'.
  7. Enter your Country/region, then your birthday, then click 'NEXT'.
  8. Download the SKYPE app to your chosen device, then ...
  9. Sign into SKYPE using your email and password you just registered under.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution?

How to Deposit Money in a Garner Correctional Institution Inmate's Account

There are four ways to deposit money in an inmate's account in the Connecticut State Department of Correction:

• Jpay Online Deposits
• Western Union Online Deposits
• Touchpay
• United States Postal Service - Mailing a Payment

In order to do any of these you need to know the exact name the inmate is incarcerated under, and their Inmate ID#.

If you can't find the inmate and booking number online, call the Trust Fund Office at 860-692-7670.

1.  Garner Correctional Institution and JPAY.

• First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
• You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
• There are two ways to send money to an inmate/offender in {Garner Correctional Institution using Jpay.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729

2.  Garner Correctional Institution and Western Union.

First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
You also need to know these codes. 

Codes:
Pay to: CONNECTICUT DOC
Code City: CTDOC
State: CT
Senders Account #: Inmate Number + Last Name (ex: 00123456SMITH)
Attention: Leave this blank

• Select CONNECTICUT DOC, then follow Western Union's instructions.
• For questions, concerns or to add funds via Western Union over the phone, call 800-325-6000.

Western Union Facilities -
Deposit funds in-person at Western Union. 

Codes:
Pay to: CONNECTICUT DOC
Code City: CTDOC
State: CT
Senders Account #: Inmate Number + Last Name (ex: 00123456SMITH)
Attention: Leave this blank

3. Garner Correctional Institution and Touchpay

You will need these these three things:

• Exact spelling of the inmate's name as the CT DOC has it spelled.

• The inmate's ID#.

• Touchpay Facility # of 306109.

Options for putting money in an inmate's account:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at one of the prisons:
Bring money to the following prisons in person.

Hartford
177 Weston Street
Hartford, CT

Chesire
900 Highland Avenue
Chesire, CT

York
201 West Main Street
Niantic, CT

You will use a Touchpay self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

• Garner Correctional Institution uses Touchpay to process all online deposits to an inmate's account.
• The company charges you a small fee for doing so.

Option 3 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling Touchpay at 866-232-1899.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #), full legal name, and Facility Locator Number. Call 203-270-2800 to get the Facility Locator Number.

4.  Garner Correctional Institution and Mailing a Payment

When sending an inmate money by mail, the Garner Correctional Institution will only accept:

• US Postal Money Orders, or
• Certified Bank Cashier Checks

**Important Notes**

• All Checks or Money Orders MUST be payable to the inmate.
• A filled out copy of the Inmate Trust Remitter Form.
• Remitter Information MUST include:
  Inmate First, Middle Initial and Last Name
  Inmate Number
  Inmate Date of Birth
  Sender's First and Last Name
  Sender's Full Address (Number, Street, Apartment/Unit, City, State and Zip Code)

Mailing Address:
Inmate Trust Fund
P.O. Box 290800
Wethersfield, CT 06129-0800

Funds are only accepted from the following sources:

• Money Order or Certified/Cashier's Check, along with complete and legible remitter information *
• Attorney checks, along with cover letter
• Employer checks, along with pay stub
• Refund check from Vendors
• Social Security checks
• Social Services checks
• Tax Refunds
• Unemployment checks
• Veterans Administration checks

Rules Regarding Picking up Money When an Inmate is Released from the Garner Correctional Institution

Final Check Request: Former inmates may request a check for their remaining funds by completing a Request for Account Balance Form and mailing it to:

Inmate Trust Fund
24 Wolcott Hill Rd.
Wethersfield, CT 06109

If you have any questions, call the Trust/Finance Office at 860-692-7670

Unclaimed Inmate accounts

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Garner Correctional Institution

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Fairfield County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Garner Correctional Institution, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Fairfield County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution, and what can I send them?

Garner Correctional Institution Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Garner Correctional Institution whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Garner Correctional Institution also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Garner Correctional Institution
50 Nunnawauk Road,
Newtown, CT 06470

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Garner Correctional Institution
50 Nunnawauk Road,
Newtown, CT 06470

Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
Ask the Garner Correctional Institution whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Garner Correctional Institution standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Garner Correctional Institution whether hardcover books are accepted.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Garner Correctional Institution
50 Nunnawauk Road,
Newtown, CT 06470

Garner Correctional Institution Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Garner Correctional Institution there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Garner Correctional Institution:
Garner Correctional Institution
50 Nunnawauk Road,
Newtown, CT 06470

For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution, and what can I purchase?

How to Deposit Money in a Garner Correctional Institution Inmate's Account

There are four ways to deposit money in an inmate's account in the Connecticut State Department of Correction:

• Jpay Online Deposits
• Western Union Online Deposits
• Touchpay
• United States Postal Service - Mailing a Payment

In order to do any of these you need to know the exact name the inmate is incarcerated under, and their Inmate ID#.

If you can't find the inmate and booking number online, call the Trust Fund Office at 860-692-7670.

This is the commissary order sheet for Garner Correctional Institution

1.  Garner Correctional Institution and JPAY.

• First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
• You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
• There are two ways to send money to an inmate/offender in {Garner Correctional Institution using Jpay.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729

2.  Garner Correctional Institution and Western Union.

First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
You also need to know these codes. 

Codes:
Pay to: CONNECTICUT DOC
Code City: CTDOC
State: CT
Senders Account #: Inmate Number + Last Name (ex: 00123456SMITH)
Attention: Leave this blank

• Select CONNECTICUT DOC, then follow Western Union's instructions.
• For questions, concerns or to add funds via Western Union over the phone, call 800-325-6000.

Western Union Facilities -
Deposit funds in-person at Western Union. 

Codes:
Pay to: CONNECTICUT DOC
Code City: CTDOC
State: CT
Senders Account #: Inmate Number + Last Name (ex: 00123456SMITH)
Attention: Leave this blank

3. Garner Correctional Institution and Touchpay

You will need these these three things:

• Exact spelling of the inmate's name as the CT DOC has it spelled.

• The inmate's ID#.

• Touchpay Facility # of 306109.

Options for putting money in an inmate's account:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at one of the prisons:
Bring money to the following prisons in person.

Hartford
177 Weston Street
Hartford, CT

Chesire
900 Highland Avenue
Chesire, CT

York
201 West Main Street
Niantic, CT

You will use a Touchpay self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

• Garner Correctional Institution uses Touchpay to process all online deposits to an inmate's account.
• The company charges you a small fee for doing so.

Option 3 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling Touchpay at 866-232-1899.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #), full legal name, and Facility Locator Number. Call 203-270-2800 to get the Facility Locator Number.

4.  Garner Correctional Institution and Mailing a Payment

When sending an inmate money by mail, the Garner Correctional Institution will only accept:

• US Postal Money Orders, or
• Certified Bank Cashier Checks

**Important Notes**

• All Checks or Money Orders MUST be payable to the inmate.
• A filled out copy of the Inmate Trust Remitter Form.
• Remitter Information MUST include:
  Inmate First, Middle Initial and Last Name
  Inmate Number
  Inmate Date of Birth
  Sender's First and Last Name
  Sender's Full Address (Number, Street, Apartment/Unit, City, State and Zip Code)

Mailing Address:
Inmate Trust Fund
P.O. Box 290800
Wethersfield, CT 06129-0800

Funds are only accepted from the following sources:

• Money Order or Certified/Cashier's Check, along with complete and legible remitter information *
• Attorney checks, along with cover letter
• Employer checks, along with pay stub
• Refund check from Vendors
• Social Security checks
• Social Services checks
• Tax Refunds
• Unemployment checks
• Veterans Administration checks

Rules Regarding Picking up Money When an Inmate is Released from the Garner Correctional Institution

Final Check Request: Former inmates may request a check for their remaining funds by completing a Request for Account Balance Form and mailing it to:

Inmate Trust Fund
24 Wolcott Hill Rd.
Wethersfield, CT 06109

If you have any questions, call the Trust/Finance Office at 860-692-7670

Unclaimed Inmate accounts

How to Deposit Money in a Garner Correctional Institution Inmate's Account

There are four ways to deposit money in an inmate's account in the Connecticut State Department of Correction:

• Jpay Online Deposits
• Western Union Online Deposits
• Touchpay
• United States Postal Service - Mailing a Payment

In order to do any of these you need to know the exact name the inmate is incarcerated under, and their Inmate ID#.

If you can't find the inmate and booking number online, call the Trust Fund Office at 860-692-7670.

1.  Garner Correctional Institution and JPAY.

• First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
• You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
• There are two ways to send money to an inmate/offender in {Garner Correctional Institution using Jpay.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729

2.  Garner Correctional Institution and Western Union.

First, you need to know the exact spelling of the inmate's name and inmates ID #
You also need to know these codes. 

Codes:
Pay to: CONNECTICUT DOC
Code City: CTDOC
State: CT
Senders Account #: Inmate Number + Last Name (ex: 00123456SMITH)
Attention: Leave this blank

• Select CONNECTICUT DOC, then follow Western Union's instructions.
• For questions, concerns or to add funds via Western Union over the phone, call 800-325-6000.

Western Union Facilities -
Deposit funds in-person at Western Union. 

Codes:
Pay to: CONNECTICUT DOC
Code City: CTDOC
State: CT
Senders Account #: Inmate Number + Last Name (ex: 00123456SMITH)
Attention: Leave this blank

3. Garner Correctional Institution and Touchpay

You will need these these three things:

• Exact spelling of the inmate's name as the CT DOC has it spelled.

• The inmate's ID#.

• Touchpay Facility # of 306109.

Options for putting money in an inmate's account:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at one of the prisons:
Bring money to the following prisons in person.

Hartford
177 Weston Street
Hartford, CT

Chesire
900 Highland Avenue
Chesire, CT

York
201 West Main Street
Niantic, CT

You will use a Touchpay self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

• Garner Correctional Institution uses Touchpay to process all online deposits to an inmate's account.
• The company charges you a small fee for doing so.

Option 3 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling Touchpay at 866-232-1899.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #), full legal name, and Facility Locator Number. Call 203-270-2800 to get the Facility Locator Number.

4.  Garner Correctional Institution and Mailing a Payment

When sending an inmate money by mail, the Garner Correctional Institution will only accept:

• US Postal Money Orders, or
• Certified Bank Cashier Checks

**Important Notes**

• All Checks or Money Orders MUST be payable to the inmate.
• A filled out copy of the Inmate Trust Remitter Form.
• Remitter Information MUST include:
  Inmate First, Middle Initial and Last Name
  Inmate Number
  Inmate Date of Birth
  Sender's First and Last Name
  Sender's Full Address (Number, Street, Apartment/Unit, City, State and Zip Code)

Mailing Address:
Inmate Trust Fund
P.O. Box 290800
Wethersfield, CT 06129-0800

Funds are only accepted from the following sources:

• Money Order or Certified/Cashier's Check, along with complete and legible remitter information *
• Attorney checks, along with cover letter
• Employer checks, along with pay stub
• Refund check from Vendors
• Social Security checks
• Social Services checks
• Tax Refunds
• Unemployment checks
• Veterans Administration checks

Rules Regarding Picking up Money When an Inmate is Released from the Garner Correctional Institution

Final Check Request: Former inmates may request a check for their remaining funds by completing a Request for Account Balance Form and mailing it to:

Inmate Trust Fund
24 Wolcott Hill Rd.
Wethersfield, CT 06109

If you have any questions, call the Trust/Finance Office at 860-692-7670

Unclaimed Inmate accounts

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Garner Correctional Institution using an Online Messaging Service?

Garner Correctional Institution uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

• Send a text Message - 1 stamp
• Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
• Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
• Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
• Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
• Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

• Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
• Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
• When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account

Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Garner Correctional Institution

To send a text or email message to a Fairfield County inmate, do the following:

Garner Correctional Institution uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Fairfield County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Fairfield County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Fairfield County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Garner Correctional Institution, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Garner Correctional Institution have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Garner Correctional Institution now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

• Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
• eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
• Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
• Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
• Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
• Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
• Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
• eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
• Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
• Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
• Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

• Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Garner Correctional Institution.

Questions:

• By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• By email - tablets@securustech.net

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Garner Correctional Institution

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Fairfield County follow these instructions:

• Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your Fairfield County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

If you have any questions:

• Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• Email - tablets@securustech.net

For all Fairfield County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garner Correctional Institution’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 203-270-2800 for further assistance.

What are the other City and County Jails in Fairfield County?

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