Holman Correctional Facility
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Maximum
- Inmate Capacity
- 900 approx.
- Established
- 1969
- Operated By
- Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC)
Holman Correctional Facility Inmate Communication Overview
Holman Correctional Facility is a maximum-security state prison operated by the Alabama Department of Corrections, located in Escambia County in the southern part of Alabama, near the town of Atmore, roughly 60 miles north of Pensacola, Florida, and about 80 miles northeast of Mobile. The facility opened in 1969 and serves as the site of Alabama's death row and execution chamber. Like many Southern maximum-security prisons, Holman has been the subject of significant litigation and reform efforts over the years related to conditions and staffing. It is one of the most significant correctional institutions in Alabama both historically and in terms of the serious population it houses.
Communication at Holman operates through Alabama DOC provider contracts. JPay handles electronic messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers. Families create a JPay account and link the inmate using their Alabama DOC number to begin correspondence. GTL manages phone calls and video visitation under the ADOC statewide contract. For death row inmates, communication access may be subject to additional restrictions beyond those applied to the general maximum-security population. Families whose loved one is on Alabama's death row should confirm current access levels with the facility or through legal counsel.
Holman's location in the rural south Alabama coastal plain means it is genuinely remote from most Alabama population centers. Birmingham is about three hours north, Montgomery is about two hours, and Mobile is roughly 80 miles to the west. For families traveling from outside Alabama, the nearest major airport with regular service is in Mobile or Pensacola. Because of this distance, JPay messaging and GTL video visits are particularly important for maintaining regular communication without requiring the significant time and travel that in-person visits demand. GTL accounts and JPay accounts created for Holman will work across the Alabama DOC system if an inmate is transferred.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
100 Holman Way, Atmore, AL 36503
Main Phone
(251) 368-8173
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteVisit and Contact Details
Inmate search, mail, visiting hours, costs, commissary, and bail information for this facility.
Inmate Search
Search inmates on the official roster
Check the spelling of the name carefully, and allow 24 to 72 hours for new arrivals to appear in the roster.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Holman Correctional Facility.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: JPay
Available for general population. Death row access may differ, confirm with facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: GTL
Available for eligible inmates. Especially useful given the remote rural location.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: JPay
Digital photos via JPay. Subject to ADOC content guidelines.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: GTL
Inmate-initiated calls. Fund GTL AdvancePay account to receive calls.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: JPay
Trust account deposits via JPay.
Communication Providers at Holman Correctional Facility
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
JPay
Messaging, photo sharing, and trust account deposits. Requires Alabama DOC number.
View JPay ServicesGTL
Phone calls and video visitation. Video is especially practical given Holman's remote location.
View GTL ServicesCommunication Rules at Holman Correctional Facility
- Death row inmates may have stricter communication limits. Confirm access directly with Holman or ADOC.
- JPay and GTL are separate platforms. Messaging and phone funds are not transferable.
- Messages are reviewed by ADOC staff before delivery.
- ADOC system-wide accounts carry over if the inmate is transferred to another Alabama facility.
- Senders must be on the inmate's approved contact list.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Holman Correctional Facility
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I message someone at Holman Correctional Facility?
- Create a JPay account at jpay.com and add the inmate using their Alabama DOC number. Purchase stamps and send your message. ADOC staff review messages before delivery. If your loved one is on death row, confirm their current messaging access before funding stamps.
- How do I set up phone calls from Holman?
- Phone calls use GTL. Create an account at telmate.com or through the GTL Connect app. Set up a prepaid AdvancePay account linked to your phone number and add funds. The inmate calls you from facility phones.
- Is video visitation available at Holman?
- Yes, through GTL, and it is especially practical given how remote the facility is in Escambia County. Log into your GTL account, search for Holman Correctional Facility, and select an available slot. Confirm death row eligibility for video visits if applicable.
- How far is Holman from Birmingham and Mobile?
- Holman is near Atmore in Escambia County, roughly 80 miles northeast of Mobile (about 90 minutes) and approximately 220 miles south of Birmingham (about three hours). The nearest large city with regular airport service is Mobile or Pensacola, Florida.
- How do I send money to a Holman inmate?
- Trust account deposits are made through JPay. Log in, go to Send Money, and select Holman Correctional Facility. Add funds via debit or credit card. Processing takes one to two business days.
- Is Holman still open?
- Mostly decommissioned, but not closed. According to an ADOC audit report, the majority of Holman is no longer in use, and Holman remains the ADOC primary facility for housing male death row inmates and the only facility in the state that carries out executions. General-population inmates were moved to other facilities.
- How do I find someone at Holman?
- Use the ADOC Inmate Search at doc.alabama.gov/InmateSearch and search by name or AIS (Alabama Institutional Serial) number. The AIS number takes precedence in all searches.
- How do I get approved to visit Holman?
- Submit an ADOC visitor application and wait for approval before visiting. Death row visiting rules differ from general-population rules, so confirm the current procedures with the facility before traveling.
- Can I send mail to someone at Holman?
- Yes. Include the inmate full name and AIS number on the envelope. All mail is inspected for contraband. Do not send cash, contraband, or prohibited items.
Troubleshooting at Holman Correctional Facility
Fix the most common problems families hit with calls, video visits, money, and messaging.
- Why am I not receiving calls from an inmate?
- Inmates can only call out, so you cannot call an inmate directly. If expected calls are not coming through, check your phone's spam or silence-unknown-callers setting, since carriers often block jail numbers. Save the facility's number as a contact, confirm your number is on the inmate's approved list, and check whether your carrier blocks collect or prepaid calls. If several expected calls fail, contact the facility's phone provider support.
- Why is my inmate not showing up in search?
- New arrivals can take 24 to 72 hours to appear in search results, and people in transfer may temporarily disappear from listings. Try alternate spellings and name variations, and make sure you are searching the right system: the federal BOP locator only covers federal inmates, while county and state searches are separate. Some records are withheld for protective custody or sealed cases. If it has been more than a few days, call the facility's records office.
- I sent money but it is not showing in the inmate's account. What should I do?
- Allow processing time first. Electronic deposits can take hours and money orders can take much longer. Check your receipt and confirm the inmate's name and ID matched. Do not send a second payment until the first one is traced, since duplicate payments are hard to reverse. Contact the money-transfer provider's support with your receipt or confirmation number. If the inmate was recently transferred, funds may follow after a delay.
- Why was my video visit cancelled or cut off?
- Most cancellations come from connection problems or conduct-rule violations. Stay in frame, keep your ID ready, follow the dress code, keep other people off camera, and avoid profanity. Visits can also be cancelled for facility lockdowns or schedule changes. For refunds, contact the video provider's support with your visit details.
- What should I do if the facility changed its communications provider?
- Create an account with the new provider, since old accounts and balances do not transfer automatically. Ask the old provider whether refunds are available for unused balances. Confirm the new provider's phone, video, and messaging setup before your next visit or call.
- Why is my JPay account blocked?
- A blocked account usually means the inmate blocked contact, the account details do not match, or JPay flagged the account for review. Confirm the inmate's ID and facility, check for an 'inmate blocked' message, and contact JPay support if the block looks like an error. See our guide: JPay account locked
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