Howard R. Young Correctional Institution: visiting, mail, money and current status
Howard R. Young Correctional Institution is a Delaware state prison run by the Delaware DOC in Wilmington. Official links, a family guide, and what families report right now.
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Address and phone
Howard R. Young Correctional Institution
P.O. Box 9561, Wilmington, DE 19809
From the official Delaware DOC page. Official facility page (opens in new tab)
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FAQ
How do I find someone at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution?
Use the official Delaware DOC inmate locator. The record shows the person's current facility.
What is the address of Howard R. Young Correctional Institution?
P.O. Box 9561, Wilmington, DE 19809. Source: the Delaware DOC facility page.
How do I send mail to someone at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution?
Follow Delaware DOC's mail rules on its official page.
How do I send money to someone at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution?
Add money at the kiosk in each facility's lobby, online through ViaPath/GTL, or by mailing a money order to ViaPath/GTL with its deposit form. Fees apply. Don't mail money orders to Baylor, Howard R. Young or James T. Vaughn; they also don't take money orders at visits. No personal checks, and never mail cash.
How do I get notified when someone is released in Delaware?
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Family guide: money, calls, visits and mail
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Sending money
- Add money at the kiosk in each facility's lobby, online through ViaPath/GTL, or by mailing a money order to ViaPath/GTL with its deposit form. Fees apply.
- Don't mail money orders to Baylor, Howard R. Young or James T. Vaughn; they also don't take money orders at visits. No personal checks, and never mail cash.
Fees change. Check the official Delaware DOC page (opens in new tab) for current fees before you pay.
Official pages: ViaPath (approved provider) (opens in new tab)
The state's approved app (ViaPath): App Store (opens in new tab) Google Play (opens in new tab)
Source: Delaware DOC (official) (opens in new tab) · Last checked · Report an error
Phone calls and video visits
- The public can't call people in prison. To receive calls, set up a prepaid phone account with GTL (1-866-230-7761) or online.
- Prepaid video visits and tablet support are through GettingOut. Fees apply.
Fees change. Check the official Delaware DOC page (opens in new tab) for current fees before you pay.
Official pages: GTL (approved provider) (opens in new tab) · GettingOut (approved provider) (opens in new tab)
The state's approved app (GettingOut): App Store (opens in new tab) Google Play (opens in new tab)
Source: Delaware DOC (official) (opens in new tab) · Last checked · Report an error
In-person visiting
- Rules and hours differ by facility. Visits must be scheduled ahead by phone: James T. Vaughn uses 1-800-282-8602 (last names A-J) or 1-800-722-0252 (K-Z); Baylor uses (302) 577-5837, Monday to Wednesday.
- Bring photo ID; you can bring only car keys and ID (and money for the lobby kiosk or vending card). No hoodies, open-toe shoes or revealing clothing.
Source: Delaware DOC (official) (opens in new tab) · Last checked · Report an error
Becoming an approved visitor
- Visitors to level 5 facilities may get a background check. Past convictions, active warrants or current probation can bar you from visiting for a period of time.
- Children under 18 must be with an adult. Only one incarcerated person can be visited at a time.
Source: Delaware DOC (official) (opens in new tab) · Last checked · Report an error
- Personal (non-legal) mail for the four prisons goes to a scanning address: the person's name and SBI number, the facility name and code (for example "Delaware DOC - 1101" for James T. Vaughn), PO Box 96777, Las Vegas, NV 89193. Legal mail goes to the facility.
- Use paper no larger than 8.5 x 11 and envelopes no larger than 4 x 9.5. Up to 10 photos (4x6 to 8.5x11). No crayon, highlighter, glitter, stickers, perfume, cash or stamps.
Source: Delaware DOC (official) (opens in new tab) · Last checked · Report an error
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