UDC News

The Utah Department of Corrections has launched a new public feedback portal on corrections.utah.gov that allows community members to submit questions, concerns, or compliments related to UDC operations and services. This portal is part of the department’s commitment to transparency and continuous operational improvements. It gives the public a clear, consistent way to share feedback and helps the department identify opportunities to

It was a packed house in the visiting room at the Utah State Correctional Facility as 55 students celebrated their graduation from Davis Technical College on Monday, February 9. While the number may seem high, DTC’s Dan Powers, who oversees the school at USCF, said the actual graduation class was 85 strong, with the remaining students having already left incarceration.

Please be advised that electronic tablet services to incarcerated individuals at our facilities has now been restored. The service was reactivated on Friday, February 6. The Utah Department of Corrections appreciated everyone’s patience and understanding during this outage.

Quarter 1 packages, part of the Utah Department of Corrections’ Quarterly Package Program, runs through February 2026, offering family and friends the chance to send care packages to inmates. Snacks, pastries, ready-to-eat meals and much more — some not sold in regular commissary — are available. By utilizing the approved item list, you can deliver practical gifts that enhance the

The Utah Department of Corrections has confirmed that Ameelio Mail, one of the three previously approved mail providers to the UDC, will cease operations May 29, 2026. “We’re proud of our partnership with you, allowing families and friends to affordably connect with your incarcerated loved ones via postal mail since 2020,” reads a post on Ameelio’s website announcing the decision

The Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) is notifying the public that inmate Ralph L. Menzies passed away from presumed natural causes at a local hospital at 1:45 p.m. today, November 26, 2025. He was 67 years old at the time of his death. The Department issued this public notification after contacting Mr. Menzies’ next of kin, and the family of

The Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) will host a Second Chance Career Fair from 8 a.m. to noon, Friday, November 7, at the Fortitude Treatment Center, 1747 S 900 W, in Salt Lake City. The event is designed to connect individuals on probation or parole with second chance employers — businesses committed to providing meaningful job opportunities to those working

After more than two months of “training,” 15 participates graduated for the Utah Department of Corrections’ second Citizens’ Academy. UDC Deputy Executive Director Spencer Turley gave the keynote address, engaging with the group about what they learned during the training and what they will take away from the experience. Angela Johnson was the class speaker. The comprehensive 10-week program is

Utah Department of Corrections – Law Enforcement Bureau K9 Doc Holliday has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Doc Holliday’s vest has been embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed.” Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity

The Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) has announced the implementation of virtual legal visits for incarcerated individuals. This new approach offers several advantages: Convenience: Virtual visits eliminate the need for attorneys to travel to the two main UDC facilities (Utah State Correctional Facility and Central Utah Correctional Facility), saving time and resources. Flexibility: Virtual visits can be scheduled for the same time blocks as