Osborn Correctional Institution
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Multi-Custody
- Inmate Capacity
- 1,900 approx.
- Established
- 1963
- Operated By
- Connecticut Department of Correction
Osborn Correctional Institution Inmate Communication Overview
Osborn Correctional Institution is a Connecticut Department of Correction facility in Somers, Connecticut. It opened in 1963 and is among the largest and oldest prisons in Connecticut, with a capacity of about 1,900. It housed the state execution chamber from 1994 to 2015.
Phone service at Osborn runs through the Securus phone system, per the official Connecticut correctional services page. Families set up a Securus account and fund phone service for outgoing calls.
Visitation follows Connecticut DOC rules. Visitors must be approved and bring valid photo identification. All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Osborn Correctional Institution.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: Securus
Electronic messaging options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm with Securus or the facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: Securus
Video visitation availability is not confirmed. Confirm current options with the facility before scheduling.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: Securus
Photo sharing options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm with Securus or the facility.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Securus
Outgoing calls through the Securus phone system. Fund a Securus account and keep your number on the approved list.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Deposit options follow Connecticut DOC rules. Confirm the current deposit method with the facility before sending money.
Communication Providers at Osborn Correctional Institution
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
Securus
Calls at Connecticut DOC facilities go through the Securus phone system, including Osborn Correctional Institution.
View Securus ServicesCommunication Rules at Osborn Correctional Institution
- Set up a Securus account and keep your phone number on the inmate's approved list before expecting calls.
- Visitors must be approved and bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Follow the Connecticut DOC dress code. Inappropriate clothing will get your visit denied.
- All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
- Confirm visiting hours before traveling, since schedules vary.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Osborn Correctional Institution
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- Which company handles phone calls at Osborn Correctional Institution?
- Calls at Connecticut DOC facilities go through the Securus phone system, including Osborn Correctional Institution.
- Can I send electronic messages to an inmate at Osborn Correctional Institution?
- Messaging options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm current options through Securus or by contacting the facility.
- How do I visit someone at Osborn Correctional Institution?
- Visitors must be approved. Bring valid photo ID and follow Connecticut DOC visiting rules. Confirm visiting hours before traveling.
- How old is Osborn Correctional Institution?
- Osborn opened in 1963 and is among the largest and oldest prisons in Connecticut. It housed the state execution chamber from 1994 to 2015.
- How do I add money for phone calls at Osborn Correctional Institution?
- Fund your Securus account online or through the Securus app. The inmate can only call numbers on the approved list.
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