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602-542-3133

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The Media Relations Department strives to provide current, accurate and timely information to the press.

ADC NEWS RELEASES
April 15th, 2008
Arizona Department of Corrections Reform Receives National Recognition
March 27th, 2008
The Arizona Department of Corrections Celebrates the Outstanding Contributions by Women within the Department
March 03rd, 2008
Cell block at ASPC-Florence dedicated to COII Darrel Kasson
Jan. 07th, 2008
ADC Helps Habitat for Humanity Build Better Communities
Dec. 19th, 2007
Staff and Inmates Present Donations To Christmas Angels Program
Dec. 14th, 2007
Spreading Holiday Happiness
Nov. 28th, 2007
ADC Wins Coveted Award
Oct. 23rd, 2007
Inmates Present Check Over $35,000 To Arizona Children
Oct. 01st, 2007
Arizona Department of Corrections Media Relations Administrator
Oct. 01st, 2007
‘Howler’ and ‘Big Red’ visit ASPC-Florence

Department Policy:

ADC Department Order 201 - Information Release

ADC Department Order 202 - Public Access

ADC Department Order 207 - Media Relations

MEDIA INTERVIEWS OF INMATES

Telephonic interviews with inmates are allowed, should the inmate agree. All interview requests are to be set up through the Office of Media Relations: (602)542-3133.  The Department retains the right to decline inmate interviews.
 

Information required for telephonic interview requests:

  • Inmate's full name
  • ADC number - which can be obtained through the Inmate Datasearch.
  • Name of media representative
  • Phone number of media representative

MEDIA VISITS TO ARIZONA STATE PRISONS

Film crews and still photographers interested in shooting background footage at any Arizona Department of Corrections facility must first gain permission by contacting the Media Relations Administrator at (602)542-3133.

Clearance must be obtained for any individual wishing to visit a prison. The Department retains the right to refuse access to any individual it considers a risk to the safe and secure operation of its institutions.

The following information is required for clearance purposes:

  • Full legal name
  • Date of birth
  • Social security number
  • Drivers license and issuing state
Facial photography of an inmate is at the discretion of the inmate. Any inmate that is identified by name must sign a waiver. Requests can be made by contacting the Media Relations Administrator at 602-542-3133.

Photography or filming of any security device is prohibited.

Strict adherence to security procedures will be required when entering any facility.

Individuals will not be allowed admittance if they are wearing blue denim pants or chambray shirts. Orange clothing is also not allowed.

Current photo identification will be required for admittance to any secure area.

Individuals will not be allowed to carry more than 20 US Dollars into any unit.

No weapons or narcotics of any sort will be allowed.
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