Delaware County NY Correctional Facility

Delaware County NY Correctional Facility basic information to help guide you through what you can do for your inmate while they are incarcerated. The facility's direct contact number: 607-746-2336

The Delaware County NY Correctional Facility is a medium-security detention center located at 280 Phoebe Ln Delhi, NY which is operated locally by the Delaware County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Delaware County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service and the Delhi Police Department who do not have their own long-term lock-up.

Delaware County Correctional Facility – Inmate Rules and Regulations

CORRESPONDENCE & MAIL – There shall be no restriction upon incoming or outgoing prisoner correspondence based upon the amount of correspondence sent or received; or the language in which such correspondence is written.

If a prisoner is unable to read or write, he may receive assistance with his correspondence from other persons designated by the chief administrative officer, including but not limited to facility employees and prisoners at times not unduly disruptive of the facility routine. Paper or correspondence written on paper other than white in color is considered contraband. NOTE: If there is an order of protection in place, any attempt to contact the protected party whether in person or through a third party, maybe violating state laws and may be subject to legal action.

No mail or notes will be hand-delivered to anyone for any reason. All correspondence must be done through the postal service using facility procedures.

Incoming mail will be picked up on weekdays and will be delivered to inmates within 24 hours of its receipt. Any money received in the mail will be credited to the proper account. Money orders and checks will also be credited to the proper account however there will be A 10 day hold on all funds to ensure the money order, or check clears.
a) Incoming prisoner correspondence other than privileged correspondence shall be opened and inspected outside the presence of the intended prisoner recipient. Such correspondence shall be opened and inspected solely to ensure the absence of contraband. This mail will not be read.
b) Incoming prisoner correspondence shall not be read except pursuant to a written order of the chief administrative officer.
c) When any incoming prisoner correspondence read pursuant to subdivision (c) of this section may involve a criminal offense, it shall be forwarded by the chief administrative officer to the appropriate authority for criminal prosecution.
NOTES 1. Incoming mail addressed to inmates must have a return address indicating the name of the sender, a complete address and zip code. 2. Paper or correspondence written on paper other than white in color is considered contraband.

OUTGOING INMATE CORRESPONDENCE – Outgoing mail will be fully addressed, sealed and have your name, CHN, and the return address of the jail in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope. The name and address of the intended recipient is to be written on the front of the envelope near the middle.

“Inmate Name” and Criminal History Number
Delaware County Correctional Facility
280 Phoebe Lane, Suite 6 Delhi, NY 13753

Nothing else is allowed to be written on the envelope or it will not be accepted. Incoming mail not addressed properly will be returned to the sender. Mail without a return address will be placed in the Inmate’s property. All outgoing mail will be handed to the housing unit officer and then be taken to intake each day to be processed by a 2300-0700 intake officer.

NOTE: If any other markings are on the envelope (i.e. writing, drawing, pictures, etc.) it will not be processed and will be returned to the inmate. Outgoing prisoner correspondence shall be sealed by the prisoner at the time the correspondence is given to the officer. Sealed envelopes will not be kept in an inmate’s cells for any reason. All outgoing prisoner correspondence shall be collected and forwarded to the United States Postal Service at least once each business day. Officers are not authorized to mail correspondence or packages for inmates.

NOTE: We do not deliver notes, letters, messages, etc. to anyone. All correspondence must be done through the postal service using facility procedures. Outgoing prisoner non-privileged correspondence shall not be opened or read except when the chief administrative officer determines there is reasonable suspicion to believe that the contents of such correspondence endanger or threaten the safety or security of the facility or the safety, security or health of another person. Mailing materials and postage:

Each facility shall make available for purchase by prisoners white stationery and prepaid 1 oz. envelopes through commissary purchases. Mail items requiring postage in excess of the 1 oz. rate (excessive weight, foreign address) will be collected but any postage due will be based on post office calculation and the inmate will be charged through their commissary account for any additional postage required.

Indigent inmates: May be furnished with 4 sheets of paper and up to 2 envelopes (1 oz. each, mailed at facility expense) to write two one-ounce letters per week. This benefit is not accumulative. Indigent inmates who do not use their correspondence allotment of paper and envelopes and postage one week cannot combine with a new week's benefit. Indigent inmates will be supplied with a pencil for correspondence purposes. The indigent inmate is authorized to turn in a maximum of 2 properly addressed and sealed indigent envelopes per week for mailing at county expense. Requests for indigent status must go in each Monday and will be reviewed by the Jail Administrator or his designee.
Privileged Correspondence: Mail to and from attorneys, legal assistance agencies, courts, or individuals under the direct supervision of the above, is considered legally privileged correspondence. Mail to and from the State Commission of Correction, other correctional officials, local, state and federal law

The Delaware County Sheriff's Office offers two services that accept Credit/Debit cards for family and friends wishing to deposit money into an inmate's commissary account.
The Cobra Cashier Kiosk – Family and friends of Inmates are able to deposit funds into inmate commissary accounts utilizing the Cobra Cashier Kiosk. The Kiosk is located in the main lobby of the correction facility. The Cobra Cashier Kiosk will accept Cash, Credit Cards, and Debit Cards. Transactions using the kiosk will immediately deposit the money into the Inmate's account avoiding delays during holidays or weekends and making the money readily available for commissary purchases.

The automated payment kiosk also accepts United States currency in Bill denominations of $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100. Deposits may be made twenty-four (24) hours, seven (7) days a week using the kiosk.

There is a $3.25 convenience fee for utilizing the Cobra Cashier Kiosk with Cash, and a $4.95 convenience fee for Credit/Debit Card transactions. The fee will be deducted from the amount deposited into the Inmate's account.

There is no service charge associated with depositing cash into an Inmate's commissary account on the specified days/hours below. Drop off time is:

• Wednesdays from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM and
• Sundays from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM only.

Family and friends must know the inmate's Criminal History Number (CHN) or the Inmate's full Name and Date of Birth. Funds deposited will be immediately credited to the Inmate's account. A receipt will be issued from the Kiosk to the person depositing the funds. A receipt will be issued from the Facility to the Inmate.

Government Payment Services (1-888-277-2535)

Money may also be deposited at the site www.GovPayNOW.com.

visitation Info

Delaware County Correctional Facility – Visitation

Visiting Rules & Regulations

VISITING SCHEDULE
                            Saturday         Sunday

• Housing Unit “A”…..0800-0900…..1215-1315 
• Housing Unit “B”…..1215-1315…..0800-0900
• Housing Unit “C”…..0930-1030…..1400-1500
• Housing Unit “D”…..1400-1500…..0930-1030

VISITING RULES AND REGULATIONS

All visitors must have a valid government-issued photo identification (e.g. driver’s license, non-motorist ID, military ID) each time they come to visit before they will be admitted into the facility for visitation.

All visitors under the age of 18 must provide proof of identification and age. Proof may be an original or certified copy of a birth certificate. This birth certificate must match by name the parent who is present, who also provides photo ID, showing that their names match. 
Visitors under the age of 18 must be with an adult or have prior authorization from the Jail Administrator. Any minor who is in the custody of a guardian will be allowed to visit an inmate provided they furnish court documents showing proof of custody and identification. 
Any special circumstances outside the parameters of this section may be addressed by the Jail Administrator. 
All visitors under the age of 18 visiting without a parent or guardian must provide identification as specified above, must have written permission from their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) AND prior authorization from the Jail Administrator BEFORE they are allowed to visit by themselves. 
All visitors under the age of 18 must have proof of identification in their possession each time they come to visit along with the phone number of their parents or legal guardian. Any special circumstances outside the parameters of this section may be addressed by the Jail Administrator. 
All visitors must arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of visitation. Anyone showing up after that time will be turned away. No one else will be allowed to sign in or to visit. It is your responsibility to inform your visitors about this. 
Only the persons visiting the inmate may be in the booth. Visitors under the age of 13 must be with an adult. All other visitors must wait in the lobby until it is their turn to visit. If small children are brought in to visit, they may not be left alone, nor will groups be allowed in the booth together. Make sure your visitor brings another adult to watch over them. Make sure your visitors are aware of this. 
Former inmates will be allowed to visit through non-contact visitation when visiting an inmate. A former inmate is limited to non-contact visitation for a period of 6 months after their release from jail. Exceptions to this may be made for immediate family or for other unforeseen circumstances. Along with the time limit being lifted, the type of visit, contact or non-contact, will be determined on an individual basis. Anyone on Parole or Probation may need prior approval from their supervising agency before they will be allowed to visit an inmate in jail. These requests are handled on a case by case basis. 
Keep in mind that you are entitled to get visits. This does not mean that anyone is entitled to visit you. The Administration reserves the right to turn any visitor away. Once turned away, your visitor will need direct authorization from the Sheriff to be allowed back in.

1. Visitors must arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of visitation. 
2. If necessary, visitors will receive a token from the visitation Officer for a locker to secure ALL property, (purse, money, wallets, watches, hair bands, and all contents of pockets). 
3. ALL jewelry will be removed and placed in the locker. If jewelry cannot come off, the visitor will be denied access to visitation. 
4. No jackets, scarfs or hats are allowed in the visitation booth. Visitors and inmates will go into the booth with no property and exit with no property. 
5. Inmates will be fully dressed in a jumpsuit and shoes, no shower shoes. 
6. No food or beverages of any kind will be allowed into the visitation booth. This includes all baby items except a small infant blanket after inspection by the officer. 
7. All visitors will have a valid photo ID present each time they visit. 
8. Visitors under the age of 18 and unaccompanied by a parent must have written permission from their parent AND prior authorization from the Jail Administrator before they will be allowed to visit by themself. The visitation officer will have a list of those approved. No admission otherwise. 
9. Children must provide proof of identification and age. Proof may be an original or certified copy of a birth certificate. 
10. Any person under the influence of alcohol or drugs or any other substance will not be permitted to visit and will be banned from any future visitation. 
11. All visitors will be required to pass through a metal detector. 
12. Only two visitors per inmate will be allowed in the booth at one time. Children under 13 years of age will be allowed to visit with a parent only. An infant or toddler may be held by one of the visitors. 
13. All visitors must decide between themselves as to how long each will stay to visit. Once a visitor leaves the booth, they will not be allowed back in. 
14. Inmates may be instructed as to where to sit at the discretion of the staff. The staff’s decision is final. 
15. Inmates are to remain seated until the Visitors come in and the door is closed. At that time they may either shake hands with the visitor or give them a friendly kiss or embrace. 
16. No open mouth kissing or prolonged contact is allowed. This may be cause for termination of visitation. 
17. All hands and other bodily parts will remain on each person’s side of the booth. No children or infants are to be passed over the partition. As with all visitors, children will be allowed only to kiss and embrace the inmate they are visiting. There will be no prolonged contact at all between the inmate and the visitor. Children must be kept under control at all times. If they become unruly or disrupt visitation in any way, the visitor will be asked to remove the child from the building. The officer’s decision is final, it is not open for discussion by inmates and visitors whether they think a child was disruptive.
18. Children must be kept under control at all times. If they become unruly or disrupt visitation in any way, the visitor will be asked to remove the child from the building. The officer’s decision is final, it is not open for discussion by inmates and visitors whether
19. After the initial welcome, both inmates and visitors will remain seated for the entire visit. There will be no standing or cross visiting. Visitors are there to visit one inmate only. 
20. No standing or sitting on the counter will be allowed by anyone. 
21. Noise will be kept at a comfortable level for all. 
22. No foul or obscene language will be tolerated.
23. Nothing will be passed between the inmate and the visitor. 
24. The jail is a Tabaco free facility. There will be no possession of, smoking or chewing of any substance by anyone. This includes E-Cigarettes 
25. Inmates are entitled to two (2) one hour visits per week. A visit that does not last the full hour still constitutes a visit. 
26. All property releases must be arranged with the staff prior to visitation. These items can then be picked up by the visitor at the end of visitation when the visitors are exiting the building. 
27. Any violation of the above rules and regulations or anything else an inmate or visitor may be instructed to do or not to do may result in disciplinary actions for the inmate or loss of privileges for the visitor. 
28. A visit may be terminated at any time. 
29. If an inmate is moved from one housing unit to another it is their responsibility to inform their visitors. Any visitor showing up to visit an inmate at the wrong time will be turned away.

You may be entitled to an initial visit within the first 24 hours after your arrival. This visit will be limited to 15 minutes. All such visits must be arranged through the Shift Sergeant. All inmates are entitled to receive periodic visits.