New Haven County in Connecticut operates 4 jail facilities to serve the local criminal justice system. Below you will find detailed information about each facility, including addresses, contact numbers, and visiting hours.
New Haven Correctional Center (Main Jail)
The New Haven Correctional Center is one of the jail facilities serving New Haven County, Connecticut.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 1,034 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 245 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (203) 974-4111.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at New Haven Correctional Center are available during weekdays from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Important: Visiting is based on housing unit and inmate last name; check official schedule for specific time slots.
Whalley Avenue Adult Probation and Detention Center (Detention Center)
The Whalley Avenue Adult Probation and Detention Center is one of the jail facilities serving New Haven County, Connecticut.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 245 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (203) 974-4111.
Manson Youth Institution (Juvenile Detention)
The Manson Youth Institution is one of the jail facilities serving New Haven County, Connecticut.
This juvenile detention has a capacity of approximately 600 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 42 Jarvis Street, Cheshire, CT 06410.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (203) 806-2500.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Manson Youth Institution are available during weekdays from Monday-Friday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM and weekends from Saturday-Sunday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Important: Serves male offenders under the age of 21.
Cheshire Correctional Institution (Main Jail)
The Cheshire Correctional Institution is one of the jail facilities serving New Haven County, Connecticut.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 1,325 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 900 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT 06410.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (203) 271-5300.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Cheshire Correctional Institution are available during weekdays from 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Important: Visits must be scheduled in advance via the CT DOC portal.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change. We recommend contacting the facility directly to confirm current visiting hours, policies, and procedures before planning a visit. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about New Haven County jail operations, please refer to the official county or sheriff's department website.
