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South Dakota Women's Prison

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State PrisonType
Hughes CountyCounty
Multi-CustodySecurity
Facility Type
State Facility
Security Level
Multi-Custody
Inmate Capacity
Not available
Established
Not available
Operated By
South Dakota Department of Corrections

South Dakota Women's Prison Inmate Communication Overview

South Dakota Women's Prison is the state women's prison in Pierre, South Dakota, operated by the South Dakota Department of Corrections. It is part of the Solem Public Safety Center complex.

Communication at South Dakota Women's Prison runs through GTL and ViaPath. GTL handles phone calls, and GettingOut handles electronic messaging, video visits, and photo sharing. Families set up a GettingOut account, select South Dakota Women's Prison, and add funds to get started.

In-person visiting follows South Dakota DOC rules. Visitors must be approved and bring valid photo identification. All calls, messages, and visits are monitored and recorded.

Communication Options

Available communication services at South Dakota Women's Prison.

Messaging

Available

Electronic messages to and from the inmate.

Provider: GettingOut

Electronic messaging through a GettingOut account. Fund the account to send and receive messages.

Video Calls

Available

Remote or in-person video visitation.

Provider: GettingOut

Video visits through GettingOut. Schedule in advance and confirm eligibility.

Photo Sharing

Available

Send approved digital or physical photos.

Provider: GettingOut

Photo sharing through GettingOut messaging, subject to facility content rules.

Phone Calls

Available

Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.

Provider: GTL

Outgoing calls through the GTL phone system, managed through GettingOut accounts.

Money Transfer

Limited

Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.

Deposit options follow South Dakota DOC rules. Confirm the current deposit method with the facility before sending money.

Communication Providers at South Dakota Women's Prison

These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.

GTL

MessagingVideoPhotosPhoneMoney Transfer

GTL operates the inmate phone system at South Dakota Women's Prison, managed through GettingOut accounts.

View GTL Services

GettingOut

MessagingVideoPhotosPhoneMoney Transfer

GettingOut (GTL's consumer brand) handles electronic messaging, video visits, and photo sharing at South Dakota Women's Prison.

View GettingOut Services

Communication Rules at South Dakota Women's Prison

  • Create a GettingOut account first, then select South Dakota Women's Prison and your inmate before scheduling anything.
  • Visitors must be approved and bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
  • Follow the South Dakota DOC dress code. Inappropriate clothing will get your visit denied.
  • All calls, messages, and visits are monitored and recorded.
  • Confirm visiting hours before traveling, since schedules vary.

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Frequently Asked Questions — South Dakota Women's Prison

Common questions from families about communication at this facility.

Which app do I use to contact someone at South Dakota Women's Prison?
GettingOut, GTL's consumer app. Create an account, choose South Dakota Women's Prison, add your inmate, and fund messaging, video visits, or phone service.
Can I send messages to an inmate at South Dakota Women's Prison?
Yes, through GettingOut electronic messaging. Create a GettingOut account, add the inmate, and fund the service.
How do video visits work at South Dakota Women's Prison?
Video visits run through GettingOut. Create an account, add the inmate, and schedule in advance.
How do phone calls work at South Dakota Women's Prison?
Phone calls run through the GTL phone system, managed through GettingOut accounts. The inmate can only call numbers on the approved list.
Where is South Dakota Women's Prison?
South Dakota Women's Prison is in Pierre, South Dakota. It is part of the Solem Public Safety Center complex.

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