Ponce Municipio Jail
PR
Puerto Rico Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR) – Ponce correctional institutions
Ponce Municipio has no county jail; detainees and sentenced inmates are held in institutions in Ponce and elsewhere that are operated by the Puerto Rico Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR).
- Address
- Ave. Teniente César González, Esq. Calle Juan Calaf, Urb. Industrial Tres Monjitas, San Juan, PR 00917
- Phone
- (787) 273-6464
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://dcr.pr.gov/correccion/
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How to find an inmate
Ponce has several state correctional institutions, all operated by the Puerto Rico Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR), not by a sheriff. Call DCR at (787) 273-6464 or check the official DCR website with the person's full name and date of birth to confirm which Ponce facility, or other facility, holds them. DCR records cover both pretrial and sentenced inmates.
Visitation
Each DCR institution in Ponce sets its own visitation procedures. Visitors usually need prior approval and valid photo ID. Confirm schedules and rules with the specific institution or DCR before traveling.
Bail and bond
Bail is set by the Puerto Rico Court of First Instance, Ponce Judicial Region. Contact the court handling the case, or the Pretrial Services Office, to learn how to post bail. Confirm amounts and payment options with the court.
Mail and money
Address mail to the specific Ponce institution, with the inmate's full name and ID number. Ask DCR or the institution about current mail rules and approved methods for depositing money into an inmate account.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs the jails in Ponce, Puerto Rico?
The Puerto Rico Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR) operates the correctional institutions in Ponce. There is no county jail.
How do I find out if someone is held in Ponce?
Contact DCR at (787) 273-6464 or visit https://dcr.pr.gov. Have the person's full name and date of birth ready.
How do I post bail in Ponce?
Contact the Court of First Instance, Ponce Judicial Region, which sets and processes bail.
Can I send money to an inmate in Ponce?
Yes, through the inmate account at the DCR institution. Confirm the current deposit methods with DCR.