UDC News

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

We would like to provide an update regarding the delivery of 4th Quarter packages. While we understand many look forward to these arriving around the holidays, please keep in mind that the 4th Quarter cycle is a standard quarterly window and not a specific holiday service. The ordering window closed on December 4th, and the vendor shipments arrived at our

To improve communication efficiency, safety, and reliability, the Utah Department of Corrections is moving to a new mail system for incarcerated individuals. Effective January 5, 2026, all personal (non-legal) mail will be processed and delivered directly by UDC mail processing centers, replacing the current third-party service. To ensure proper delivery, beginning January 5, 2026, all incoming mail must be sent to the

Collaborative Effort Between Utah Board of Pardons and Parole (BOPP) and Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) Focuses on Clarity, Consistency, and Public Safety Salt Lake City – Dec. 9, 2025 – The Utah Board of Pardons and Parole (BOPP) and the Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) have finalized a significant revision to the state’s parole conditions. This is the first time the conditions

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

The Utah Department of Corrections is hosting a Family Orientation gathering at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Fred House Academy, 14727 Minuteman Drive, Draper. The seminar is for everyone, from those who recently had a loved one incarcerated to Join us for an important discussion and stay informed about our community initiatives. A wide range of topics

Fall packages, part of the Utah Department of Corrections’ Quarterly Package Program, runs through August 31, 2025, offering family and friends the chance to send care packages to inmates. Snacks, pastries, ready-to-eat meals and much more — many 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 will hold a press conference to discuss the details of theexecution warrant for Ralph Menzies. The media availability will begin at 10 a.m., Monday, July 14, and will be livestreamed on the UDC’s offical YouTube channel (@UtahCorrections). UDC Executive Director Jared Garcia and Communications and Government Relations Director Glen Mills will discuss procedures related to