Waupun Correctional Institution
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Maximum
- Inmate Capacity
- 1,240 approx.
- Established
- 1851
- Operated By
- Wisconsin Department of Corrections (WI DOC)
Waupun Correctional Institution Inmate Communication Overview
Waupun Correctional Institution is a maximum-security state prison in Dodge County, Wisconsin, and one of the oldest operating prisons in the country. The original facility dates back to the early 1850s, though the buildings and operations have been updated many times since. It is operated by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and houses adult male inmates who require the highest level of security within the state system.
Families communicating with someone at Waupun typically use two main platforms. JPay handles electronic messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers, letting families send emails, photos, and trust account deposits to an inmate. Securus provides phone calls and video visitation. Because Waupun is a maximum-security facility, communication access can be more limited and closely monitored than at lower-security prisons, and rules around visiting and calls may be stricter depending on an inmate's housing unit.
Visiting at Waupun requires advance approval, and because it is a maximum-security institution, screening and scheduling tend to be more involved than at a minimum or medium-security facility. Families should check the Wisconsin Department of Corrections website for current visiting hours and requirements before planning a trip, since rules can vary by housing unit and can change with little notice.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
200 South Madison Street, Waupun, WI 53963
Main Phone
(920) 324-5571
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at Waupun Correctional Institution.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: JPay
Available through JPay email-style messaging, subject to review at a maximum-security facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: Securus
Video visitation available but subject to stricter scheduling given the facility's maximum-security status.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: JPay
Digital photo attachments can be sent with JPay messages, subject to content review.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Securus
Scheduled and monitored phone service through Securus.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: JPay
Trust account deposits available online, by phone, or at kiosks in some areas.
Communication Providers at Waupun Correctional Institution
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
JPay
Electronic messaging, photo sharing, and trust account deposits for Wisconsin DOC facilities including Waupun.
View JPay ServicesSecurus
Phone calls and video visitation, with access and scheduling that can vary by housing unit at this maximum-security facility.
View Securus ServicesCommunication Rules at Waupun Correctional Institution
- Create a JPay account to send messages, photos, and money to an inmate's trust account.
- Video visitation and phone access can be more limited at Waupun due to its maximum-security classification.
- In-person visitors must be approved in advance and should expect a more involved screening process.
- All communications are subject to Wisconsin DOC monitoring and content review.
- Check the Wisconsin DOC website for current rules, since they can vary by housing unit and change with little notice.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Waupun Correctional Institution
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I message someone at Waupun Correctional Institution?
- Create a free account at jpay.com, add the inmate using their Wisconsin DOC number, and purchase stamps to send messages. Replies come back through the same JPay system.
- How do I set up video visitation at Waupun?
- Video visitation is arranged through Securus. Create an account at securustech.net and schedule a session in advance. Because Waupun is maximum security, availability may be more limited than at lower-security facilities.
- How do phone calls work at Waupun?
- Phone calls are handled through Securus. Set up a prepaid or direct-bill account at securustech.net so the inmate can call you, subject to the facility's monitored call schedule.
- Can I send photos to someone at Waupun?
- Yes. JPay allows you to attach digital photos to messages. Photos go through a content review process before being delivered, so allow some extra time.
- How do I send money to a Waupun inmate?
- Use JPay at jpay.com or the JPay app to deposit funds into the inmate's trust account. Deposits can also typically be made by phone or at a JPay kiosk if one is available near you.
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