Chillicothe Correctional Institution
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Medium
- Inmate Capacity
- 2,500 approx.
- Established
- 1988
- Operated By
- Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC)
Chillicothe Correctional Institution Inmate Communication Overview
Chillicothe Correctional Institution is a medium-security state prison operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, located in Ross County near the city of Chillicothe in south-central Ohio, approximately 50 miles south of Columbus. CCI houses adult male inmates at medium-security classification and is one of several Ohio DOC facilities serving the south-central part of the state. Chillicothe is a small city with historical significance as Ohio's first state capital, and the correctional facility is one of the larger employers in the region.
Communication at Chillicothe Correctional Institution follows ODRC provider contracts. JPay handles electronic messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers. Families create a JPay account and link the inmate using their Ohio DOC number. GTL manages phone calls and video visitation under the ODRC statewide contract. The standard setup — JPay for messaging and money, GTL for phone and video — applies here as it does across the Ohio state system. At a medium-security facility like CCI, communication access is generally broader and more routine than at supermax or maximum-security Ohio prisons.
CCI's location about 50 miles south of Columbus makes it accessible for Columbus-area families and those in the surrounding central Ohio region. I-71 provides a direct route from Columbus to the Chillicothe area. For families further afield, JPay messaging and GTL video visits are practical alternatives to the drive. Ohio DOC accounts created for Chillicothe carry over to any other ODRC facility if an inmate is transferred within the state system.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
15802 State Route 104, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Main Phone
(740) 774-7080
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at Chillicothe Correctional Institution.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: JPay
Full JPay messaging available. Medium-security allows routine access.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: GTL
Remote video visits available. Schedule in advance through GTL.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: JPay
Digital photos via JPay. Subject to ODRC content guidelines.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: GTL
Inmate-initiated calls via GTL. Fund AdvancePay account to receive calls.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: JPay
Trust account deposits via JPay for commissary and personal purchases.
Communication Providers at Chillicothe Correctional Institution
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
JPay
Electronic messaging, photo sharing, and trust account deposits. Uses Ohio DOC number.
Learn More About JPayGTL
Phone calls and video visitation under the ODRC statewide contract.
Learn More About GTLCommunication Rules at Chillicothe Correctional Institution
- JPay and GTL are separate platforms. Messaging stamps and phone funds are not interchangeable.
- Messages are reviewed by ODRC staff before delivery.
- ODRC system-wide accounts carry over if the inmate transfers to another Ohio facility.
- Video visits must be scheduled in advance through GTL.
- Senders must be on the inmate's approved contact list.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Chillicothe Correctional Institution
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I send a message to someone at Chillicothe Correctional Institution?
- Create a JPay account at jpay.com and add the inmate using their Ohio DOC number. Purchase stamps and compose your message. ODRC staff review messages before delivery, typically within 24 to 48 hours.
- How do I set up phone calls from Chillicothe CI?
- Phone calls use GTL. Create an account at telmate.com or the GTL Connect app. Set up a prepaid AdvancePay account linked to your phone number and add funds. The inmate calls you from facility phones.
- How far is Chillicothe CI from Columbus?
- Chillicothe Correctional Institution is in Ross County, about 50 miles south of Columbus via US-23 or I-71 — roughly a 50-minute drive. For Columbus-area families, in-person visits are very accessible.
- Do accounts carry over if my loved one transfers within Ohio DOC?
- Yes. JPay and GTL serve all ODRC facilities statewide under system-wide contracts. Your accounts, contact history, and records carry over automatically to any other Ohio DOC facility.
- How do I send money to a Chillicothe CI inmate?
- Trust account deposits are made through JPay. Log in, go to Send Money, and select Chillicothe Correctional Institution. Add funds via debit or credit card. Processing takes one to two business days.
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