Telfair State Prison, Georgia male-only state prison in the United States
Telfair State Prison is a facility in Helena, Georgia that houses around 1,400 adult men. The compound features different cell types ranging from open dormitories to individual cells in segregation units, along with visiting rooms and vocational training centers for skill development.
The prison opened in the early 1990s and has expanded since its founding. Today it operates as one of the state's larger detention facilities, serving as a key institution in the corrections system.
Visits occur on weekends and holidays from 9 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon, with visitors advised to call ahead to schedule appointments. Mail and packages can be sent to the Helena address with the inmate's identification number included.
The facility operates specialized programs such as the step-down program that prepares well-behaved inmates for life outside the prison. The vocational training center enables inmates to pursue certifications in fields like medical assistance or community service work.
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