Kenosha Correctional Center
The Kenosha Correctional Center is a prison for male inmates that is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This facility opened in 1990 and can house approximately 115 inmates. KCC is part of the Wisconsin Correctional Center System. This is an "institution" that consists of 14 adult, male correctional centers with a single warden.
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Kenosha Correctional Center
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Visiting Hours and Rules
Visiting hours at Kenosha Correctional Center are:
North Wing – Tuesday 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
South Wing – Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Holiday visits are allowed on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Those visiting hours are 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Both housing wings are allowed to have visitors on these days. If the holiday falls on a Tuesday/Thursday, there will be no evening visits.
PARKING: Visitors must park in the north visitor parking lot or on the street (not allowed in the staff parking lot).
ARRIVAL: Visitors will not be admitted if they do not arrive 30 minutes prior to the end of visiting hours.
General Visiting Rules
All visitors age sixteen or older must provide photo identification. The following are the ONLY items allowed to be brought into facilities by inmate visitors:
- Money, not to exceed $20.00 for each visitor.
- Comb, pick or brush, limited to one for each visitor.
- Up to two baby blankets for each child.
- Up to four diapers for each child. Diaper bags are not allowed.
- Up to two plastic baby bottles for each child.
- One hand-held baby seat for each child.
- Diaper wipes. Must be kept in a clear plastic bag.
- One pacifier for each child.
- One coat and one pair of gloves for each visitor.
- Headwear.
- One facility locker key.
- Visitors may bring in medically necessary medications such as/but not limited to, inhalers, nitroglycerin, epi pens, etc
Dress Code
The following is considered UNACCEPTABLE and will result in denial of entrance to the facility:
- Watches.
- Transparent/translucent clothing.
- Shorts that are shorter than fingertip length with the visitor standing with proper posture, arms straight down, fingers extended.
- Skirts and dresses shorter than fingertip length plus three inches with the visitor standing with proper posture, arms straight down, fingers extended.
- Tops and dresses that are strapless, tube or halter style.
- Camisoles and tank tops are only permissible when worn under other attire.
- Tops and dresses that expose the midriff (front and/or back).
- Spandex or Spandex-like and Lycra or Lycra-like clothing.
- Exposed undergarments.
- Clothing with revealing holes, tears, or slits.
- Clothing or accessories with obscene or profane writing, images, or pictures.
- Gang-related clothing, headwear, shoes, logos, or insignias.
- Any clothing that may have the potential to cause undue attention.
Internet “smart” technology and electronic recording equipment in any form is prohibited. Footwear must be worn at all times.
Physical Address
Kenosha Correctional Center
6353 14th Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
Driving Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/2RLuxDPCEFhzuyCa9
General Phone Number
(262) 653-7099
Inmate Mailing Address(es)
Kenosha Correctional Center
Offender’s Name and DOC Number
6353 14th Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
Inmate Packages & Property Mailing Address
Kenosha Correctional Center
Offender’s Name and DOC Number Housing Unit & Cell number
6353 14th Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
The Wisconsin DOC has a Personal Care Package Program that allows you to purchase approved personal care items for your inmate at Kenosha Correctional Center. Orders can be placed online at WIinmatepackage.com. Property cannot be dropped off by visitors or brought in during visits.
How to Call an Inmate
You can't call an inmate at Kenosha Correctional Center, but they do have access to phones. For complete details on how to call an inmate in Wisconsin, please click here.
How to Send Money
Inmate funds at Kenosha Correctional Center are received through Access Corrections Secure Deposit and their affiliate walk-in provider CashPayToday.
Internet or Phone (service fees apply):
- Visit AccessCorrections.com or call (866) 345-1884 (bilingüe; agents available 24/7)
- Visa and MasterCard are accepted
US Postal Service (no service fees):
- Print and complete a Wisconsin DOC Money Order/Check Deposit Slip (bilingüe). Forms are also available at the facilities.
- The inmate's DOC number must be written on the check/money order and deposit slip.
- All writing must be legible and in blue or black ink.
- Do not include any additional items such as photos or letters, as they will be discarded.
- Make cashier's checks, personal checks, and money orders payable to ACCESS SECURE DEPOSITS.
- Mail to: Secure Deposits – Wisconsin DOC, P.O. Box 12486, St Louis, MO 63132.
Walk-in (service fees apply):
- Visit CashPayToday.com or call (844) 340-2274 to enroll.
- Walk-in sites accept cash only.
- Visit CashPayToday to locate a Dollar General, Family Dollar, Speedway or other location near you that accepts walk-in payments, or view this list of WI locations.
Programs For Inmates
Inmates without a HS diploma or GED are offered individual tutoring as they work toward earning their High School Equivalency Diploma. KCC offers work release programs with local employers for qualified inmates. An emphasis is made on maintaining that employment after the inmate is released.
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Careers at Kenosha Correctional Center
If you are interested in a career with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and would like more information about job openings at the Kenosha Correctional Center, click here.