Fairfield County Jail
Connecticut
Bridgeport Correctional Center (Connecticut Department of Correction)
Connecticut has no county government and no county jail, so people arrested in Fairfield County are held by the Connecticut Department of Correction, mainly at Bridgeport Correctional Center in Bridgeport.
- Address
- 1106 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
- Phone
- (203) 579-6131
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://portal.ct.gov/doc
- Inmate search
- https://www.ctinmateinfo.state.ct.us/
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How to find an inmate
Connecticut has no county jails, so search the Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) inmate locator on the DOC website at portal.ct.gov/doc. The locator covers both pretrial detainees at Bridgeport Correctional Center and people sentenced to state prison. If you cannot find the person, call Bridgeport Correctional Center with their full name and date of birth.
Visitation
Visits at Bridgeport Correctional Center are run under Connecticut DOC rules, and visitors must usually be on the inmate's approved visiting list and bring valid photo ID. Schedules, scheduling methods, and dress rules can change, so check the DOC website or call the facility in Bridgeport before you go.
Bail and bond
In Connecticut, bond is set by the arresting police department, a Judicial Branch bail commissioner, or a Superior Court judge. Bond can usually be posted in cash or through a licensed bail bond agent. Call Bridgeport Correctional Center or the court handling the case to confirm the bond amount and where and how to post it.
Mail and money
Mail must be addressed with the inmate's full name and DOC inmate number to Bridgeport Correctional Center, 1106 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604, and it is subject to inspection. Money goes into the inmate's DOC trust account through methods approved by the Connecticut DOC. Confirm current mail rules and deposit options on the DOC website before sending anything.
Frequently asked questions
Does Fairfield County have a county jail?
No. Connecticut has no county jails, and the Connecticut Department of Correction holds Fairfield County detainees, mainly at Bridgeport Correctional Center.
How do I find out if someone is in Bridgeport Correctional Center?
Search the Connecticut DOC inmate locator at portal.ct.gov/doc, or call (203) 579-6131 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of Bridgeport Correctional Center?
1106 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604.
Can I send money to an inmate at Bridgeport Correctional Center?
Yes. Deposits go to the inmate's DOC trust account through DOC-approved methods, which are listed on the Connecticut DOC website.