New Jersey Department of Corrections

Important Notice

NJDOC Transition to ViaPath Technologies

Beginning in March 2025, the NJDOC will gradually transition existing services from JPAY to ViaPath Technologies. This change aims to improve the efficiency, services, security, and overall communications and financial transactions between love ones and incarcerated persons, including the enhanced communications, access to technology, and improved family connections for the incarcerated population in state correctional facilities.

To stay updated on all changes and new procedures, please visit: njdoc.gov/pages/viapath.html.

Retired Law Enforcement Carry Permit

Retired Law Enforcement Officers must apply for a gun carry permit through the New Jersey State Police.

The form will request the following information from the NJDOC:

NJDOC Contact:

Chyme Jones, Deputy Chief Investigator
Email: Chyme.Jones@doc.nj.gov
Phone: 609-826-5617

Click here to be taken to the permit application.

PREA

The Prison Rape Elimination Act at the New Jersey Department of Corrections

Signed into federal law in 2003, PREA is designed to prevent, detect, and respond to incidences of sexual abuse and sexual harassment in confinement facilities.

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Alerts

NJDOC Main Office entrance has reopened

The Stuyvesant Avenue entrance for the NJDOC’s Central Office has reopened and we’re glad to welcome you back through our primary entryway.

With colds, flu and COVID season in full swing, the New Jersey Department of Corrections reminds those who are planning to visit NJDOC facilities not to arrive if they are sick or are experiencing symptoms.

Please plan or reschedule your visit for a time when you are feeling well.

Current visitation information for each facility can be found here.

Masks are available for staff, incarcerated persons and visitors and may be required depending on facility status.

Newsroom

Read the latest news from the NJDOC.

NJDOC News Vault (Archived Newsletters)

Edna Mahan Correctional Facility Settlement Agreement

Notice of Proposed Class Action Settlement

Perceptions Reimagined:
Vol. 2 – Winter 2024 Edition
Vol. 1 – Fall 2023 Edition