The Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution (WMCI) is a correctional facility located in Torrington, Wyoming. It serves as the main intake and assessment center for male inmates who are not sentenced to death. The institution is designed to provide primary education and treatment for inmates who require high levels of medical, mental health, dental, life skills, … Read more
The Wyoming State Penitentiary (WSP) is a historic site that played a significant role in the state’s history. The original Wyoming Frontier Prison was opened in 1901 and operated until 1981. It is now open for tours and is operated by the Friends of the Old Pen, Inc. In 1980, the “new” Wyoming State Penitentiary … Read more
Wyoming, the least populous state in the United States, has a relatively small prison population compared to other states. However, the state’s correctional facilities have been facing a number of challenges in recent years, including overcrowding, understaffing, and inadequate funding. With a growing inmate population and limited resources, Wyoming’s prison system is in need of … Read more
The Wyoming Women’s Center is a correctional facility located in Lusk, Wyoming. It is operated by the Wyoming Department of Corrections and is the only facility in the state that exclusively houses female inmates. The center has a capacity of 299 inmates and provides a range of programs and services to help with rehabilitation and … Read more
