CIW is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - medium facility.
The phone carrier is Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders
CIW is a State - medium state correctional facility in Corona, CA, operated by the California Department of Corrections. Inmates serve sentences ranging from one year to life and have access to programs including education, vocational training, and work assignments. This page covers how to locate an inmate, schedule visits, make calls, send money, and stay connected throughout their sentence at CIW.
Communication is important, the prison offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.
While incarcerated, reading is often the best use of time. Please note that books and magazines, puzzles, and word searches ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.
The CIW has a primary mission of providing a secure environment for primarily Level I/III female offenders while addressing their specific needs through quality healthcare and tailored institution programs. CIW offers a range of specialized programs including academic and vocational training, pre-release and substance abuse programs, pre-forestry and camp training, an arts in corrections program, and various self-help groups and community projects.
CIW accommodates female inmates across all custody levels and caters to those with special needs such as pregnancy, psychiatric care, methadone treatment, and medical conditions like HIV infection. Additionally, CIW serves as a hub for selecting and training female firefighters for conservation camp placement and provides higher security housing for female inmates in Administrative Segregation.
The facility offers outpatient and inpatient mental health services, including a licensed Psychiatric Inpatient Program for patients with serious mental disorders who require intensive treatment. CIW is accredited by The Joint Commission for Ambulatory Care, Behavioral Health Care, and Nursing Care Center Programs.
Historically, CIW was California's sole prison for female felons until 1987. Originally named "Frontera," reflecting a new beginning for its inmates, the facility's campus-like design was in line with the progressive rehabilitation concepts of the 1950s.
