FDC-Putnam Correctional Institution

You can support your loved ones at Putnam CI on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 386-326-6800.

Located at 128 Yelvington Rd in East Palatka, FL, Putnam CI carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. Putnam CI offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

When someone you care about ends up in a state prison, it can be tough to navigate the ins and outs of the system. From figuring out how to stay in touch to understanding what you can do to make their time easier, it can feel overwhelming. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get the lowdown on FDC-Putnam Correctional Institution so you can stay connected and support your loved one during their time inside.

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.

Putnam CI plays a critical role within Florida's state prison system, providing accommodation for up to 457 adult male medium-security offenders and administering an extensive array of rehabilitation and personal development programs under the auspices of the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC). The institution's primary objective is to prepare felons serving sentences exceeding a year for successful reintegration into society upon their release.

Among the institution's offerings are diverse academic programs designed to enhance inmates' educational attainment and skill sets. These programs include adult basic education, General Educational Development (GED) preparation, mandatory literacy programs, and career and technical education initiatives such as applied information technology, heavy equipment operation, HVAC systems, and warehouse and manufacturing academy courses. Through these academic endeavors, inmates are equipped with the knowledge and competencies necessary to pursue employment opportunities upon release.

In addition to academic programming, Putnam Correctional Institution provides a range of institutional betterment programs aimed at fostering personal growth and development among inmates. These programs include the 100-hour Transition Program, which assists inmates in transitioning back into society by providing essential life skills training and support. The institution also offers a Law Library Program and a Library Program to facilitate access to legal resources and promote literacy among inmates. Furthermore, the Peer 2 Peer program fosters positive peer interactions and support networks among inmates, while the Teaching Animals and Prisoners Success (T.A.P.S.) program provides opportunities for inmates to develop vocational skills and responsibility through animal care and training activities.

By offering these comprehensive programs and initiatives, Putnam Correctional endeavors to empower inmates with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary to facilitate their successful reintegration into society, thereby contributing to safer communities and reduced recidivism rates.

The state prison is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. 

Connect with your inmate

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. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. 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.

Books and magazines 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. The Jail enforces 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.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.