WSP-East 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 - maximum facility.
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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
WSP-East is a State - maximum state correctional facility in Walla Walla, WA, operated by the Washington 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 WSP-East.
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 Washington State Penitentiary is commonly known as "the Walls" among inmates and "The Penn" to locals, is a maximum, close, medium, and minimum security prison located in Walla Walla, WA. With a capacity of 2,200, it stands as the state's second-largest prison, surrounded by wheat fields, and was established 133 years ago in 1886. Notable inmates and former inmates include Kenneth Bianchi, David Lewis Rice, Colton Harris-Moore, Robert Lee Yates, and Gary Ridgway.
Formerly the site of Washington State's death row, the prison saw executions carried out via lethal injection and hanging until the state's death penalty statute was ruled unconstitutional in 2018. Academic and vocational programs at WSP encompass various fields such as auto body, information technology, welding, and substance abuse treatment.
Community involvement plays a significant role in WSP's rehabilitation efforts, with volunteers contributing to religious programs, support group meetings, and assistance for veterans and offender families. Additionally, guest sports teams, choirs, and speakers host programs for inmates, aiding in their reintegration into society.
The prison actively supports local community initiatives, including Habitat for Humanity, a Canine Training Program, and the STAR Project. The Family Advisory Committee at WSP collaborates to strengthen family bonds and facilitate successful reentry into the community.
Inmates and their families are supported through various means, including assistance with lodging costs for visitations. The prison's rich history, coupled with its comprehensive programs and community involvement, underscores its commitment to inmate rehabilitation and community partnership.
