| Answer | How do I contact the Philadelphia Prison System?
The Philadelphia Prison System (PPS) is staffed 24 hours a day and inmate inquiries can be made by dialing (215) 685-7711/8909. For Spanish speakers, please dial (215) 685-8692. To avoid peak calling hours on weekdays, call before 9 am or after 7 pm.
You Should Know:
The "inmate locator" feature on the Philadelphia Department of Prison's website allows users to search for an inmate at any of our six facilities or other jurisdictions.
Further Information:
The Philadelphia Prison System (PPS) operates six major correctional facilities on State Road (19136) in Northeast Philadelphia:
For a staff directory, please visit http://go.usa.gov/cTvYA
To obtain information about an inmate, please call the Philadelphia Prisons Office of Community Justice & Outreach (215) 685-7288/8909. |
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