OUR MISSION...
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections operates as one team, embraces diversity, and commits to enhancing public safety. We are proud of our reputation as leaders in the corrections field. Our mission is to reduce criminal behavior by providing individualized treatment and education to offenders, resulting in successful community reintegration through accountability and positive change.
What's New...
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Click HERE to be taken to the Governor's Budget Office to review the 2015-16 proposed budget.
(Note: This will direct you away from the DOC's website.)
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DOC officials are aware that there may be an issue making it difficult for callers to hear each other over the inmate telephone system. We are working with the telephone service provider to resolve the call quality issue as soon as possible. (posted 01/28/2015)
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We post our news as it happens HERE on our online newsletter,
"Correctional Newsfront"
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Click HERE to be taken to our interactive services map
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Learn how you can register to receive notifications of major prison emergencies HERE
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