Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Marion Correctional Institution

Institutional Information

Date Opened	1954
Total Acreage	1,032
Accreditation Status	Yes
Total Security Staff	281
Total Staff	436
FY13 GRF Budget	$43,777,177
(subject to monthly review and adjustment)
Daily Cost Per Inmate	$47.33
Population as of 04/13	2,639
Black Inmates	1,287
White Inmates	1,287
Other Inmates	65
Escapes/Walkaways 2012	0
Security Levels	1's: 696 2's: 3's: 4's: 1,919 23 1

Security Level Descriptions:

• 1 = Minimum Security
• 2 = Medium Security
• 3 = Close Security
• 4 = Maximum Security
• 5 = Administrative Maximum

Visiting

• Visiting is available 7 days a week by reservation only.  Reservations can be made by calling 740-382-5781, ext. 3261 during the hours of 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Reservations can also be made by completing the reservation form while on a visit and either mailing the form back or checking with visiting staff at the conclusion of the visit.
• Visiting hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• No holiday visitation.
• Visiting hours are subject to change. Please call the institution to verify hours before planning a visit.

For general visiting information or to download a visitor application, go to our visiting page.

Correspondence

• Written correspondence to inmates must include the inmate's name and number on the envelope and be addressed to the appropriate institution.

Volunteers in Prison

Marion Correctional Institution is committed to recruiting dedicated and resourceful volunteers to assist in reentry efforts by providing services to offenders.  For additional information on these opportunities or the application process, please contact Robert D. Smith at 740-382-5781, ext. 2372 or via email at Robert.Smith@odrc.state.oh.us 

Unique Programs

• H.O.P.E (Helping Ourselves Pursue Excellence):  The mission of H.O.P.E is to:  1) Create safe places for learning and healthy relationships; 2) To promote a sense of connectedness rather than individualism.  H.O.P.E is men at various levels of development and with varying lengths of time served, meeting regularly for learning and support.  The focus is on young men and their issues during incarceration.  It involves peer mentoring to cultivate communal self-awareness, deep awareness of our human connectedness, awareness that all behaviors, choices and decisions affect our families, friends and communities.  Participants acknowledge the impact of their actions on others and take personal responsibility for their actions, thoughts and behaviors.  They learn life skills such as listening, body language and healthy communication, thinking styles, leadership, problem solving, conflict management, analysis of individual thinking and leadership styles, group development and job search skills.  Participants enjoy opportunities to create through drama and art and to exercise teamwork in presentations and other activities. 
• Ministry of Theatre:  The Ministry of Theatre is a live production that has been offering annual Christmas and Easter Plays for the community for over 15 years.  It has become a theatrical masterpiece with incredible performers.  Offenders are encouraged to showcase their talents and gifts for the event.  Many of the offenders help to write the script as well as the music for each performance.  The program provides a great opportunity to invite the public into the prison.  These productions have fostered positive relationships with the community.  The performances are offered throughout the week and are attended by over 1,000 guests.  The time tested production continues to be a hit in the community and has brought fans from across the state. 

Inmate Programs