Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Medium
- Inmate Capacity
- 960 approx.
- Established
- 2001
- Operated By
- Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
Tecumseh State Correctional Institution Inmate Communication Overview
Tecumseh State Correctional Institution is a maximum and medium security prison operated by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services, located just outside the town of Tecumseh in southeastern Nebraska. It opened in 2001 and is one of the largest facilities in the Nebraska state prison system, housing men in general population as well as those in restrictive housing and specialized mental health units. Tecumseh is roughly an hour south of Lincoln and about 90 minutes from Omaha.
Nebraska's state prison system, including Tecumseh, uses JPay for messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers, and Securus for phone calls and video visitation. Families create a JPay account at jpay.com or through the JPay app to send electronic messages and photos, which are reviewed before delivery, and to add funds to a commissary account. Phone calls and video visits go through a separate Securus account, which needs its own funds.
Because Tecumseh sits in a rural part of southeastern Nebraska, in-person visits require more travel time for families based in Omaha, Lincoln, or out of state. JPay messaging and Securus calls and video visits tend to be the most consistent way to stay in touch day to day. As a facility that houses individuals with higher security classifications, expect careful screening of mail, messages, and new contacts, and plan for some delay when adding someone new to an approved list.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
2725 NE-50, Tecumseh, NE 68450
Main Phone
(402) 335-5998
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 NAME and ID NUMBER, Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, 2725 NE-50, TECUMSEH, NE 68450
Include the inmate name and ID on all mail.
Visiting Hours
Visiting varies by housing unit. The facility publishes a unit-by-unit schedule (HU1, HU2, HU3, SMU, ISDP) through the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. Confirm the schedule for the correct housing unit with the facility before traveling.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: JPay
Send JPay Mail through jpay.com or the JPay app. Messages are reviewed before delivery.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: Securus
Remote video visits are scheduled through Securus in advance.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: JPay
Attach photos to JPay messages. Content is screened before delivery.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Securus
Fund a Securus account to receive calls from Tecumseh.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: JPay
Add commissary funds through JPay by debit or credit card.
Communication Providers at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
JPay
Handles messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers for Tecumseh State Correctional Institution.
View JPay ServicesSecurus
Handles phone calls and video visitation for Tecumseh State Correctional Institution.
View Securus ServicesCommunication Rules at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
- JPay and Securus are the two providers used across the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services, including Tecumseh.
- All messages, calls, and video visits are subject to monitoring and review by NDCS staff.
- Tecumseh houses individuals with higher security classifications, so screening of mail and new contacts can take extra time.
- One JPay account covers messaging, photos, and money for anyone in Nebraska DOC custody, even after a transfer to another state facility.
- Video visits through Securus typically require scheduling in advance.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I send a message to someone at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution?
- Create a JPay account at jpay.com or through the JPay app, search for the person using their name and Nebraska DOC number, and send a JPay Mail message. Messages are reviewed before delivery.
- How do I set up a video visit at Tecumseh?
- Video visits are handled through Securus. Create an account, search for Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, and book an available time slot in advance. You'll need a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.
- How do I send money to someone at Tecumseh?
- Add funds through JPay at jpay.com or the JPay app using a debit or credit card. The deposit is applied to the person's commissary account.
- How do I find out where someone is housed in the Nebraska prison system?
- The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services offers an inmate locator on its website at corrections.nebraska.gov. Search by name to confirm current facility placement.
- Does the same JPay account work if someone transfers to a different Nebraska prison?
- Yes. JPay and Securus are used across the Nebraska DOC system, so the same accounts generally continue to work after a transfer to another state facility. Confirm the new facility name in your account before sending funds or messages.
- What are the visiting hours at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution?
- Visiting varies by housing unit, and the facility publishes a unit-by-unit schedule covering HU1, HU2, HU3, SMU, and ISDP. All visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. Confirm the schedule for the correct housing unit with the facility before traveling.
- How do I send mail to someone at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution?
- Address mail as follows: INMATE NAME and ID NUMBER, Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, 2725 NE-50, TECUMSEH, NE 68450. Include the inmate's full name and ID number on every envelope.
- How do I find or search for an inmate at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution?
- Use the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services inmate search on the NDCS website. Search by name to confirm the facility before mailing or visiting, since Nebraska moves people between facilities.
- How do I schedule a video visit at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution?
- Schedule video visits through your Securus account. You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. Book in advance, since same-day visits are generally not available.
Troubleshooting at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
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. For Securus, support can be reached at 972-734-1111 after repeated failed calls.
- 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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