Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center
Prisons and penitentiaries – Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States
Facility profile
| Type of facility | Prisons and penitentiaries |
|---|---|
| Operator / administration | Missouri Department of Corrections |
| Address | McNeely Drive, 64506 Saint Joseph |
| City / locality | Saint Joseph |
| Region / state | Missouri |
| Country | United States |
| Coordinates | 39.77335, -94.81089 |
Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center: information, location and practical guide
Facility overview
Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center is listed in this directory under the category “Prisons and penitentiaries” and is located in Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States. This page gathers what is known about the facility and adds context about its surroundings and a practical guide for anyone who needs to find it or get in touch with it. The responsible organisation or administration on record is Missouri Department of Corrections.
Location and surroundings
The recorded address of Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center is McNeely Drive, 64506 Saint Joseph, in Saint Joseph (Missouri, United States). The approximate coordinates are 39.7734, -94.8109.
Within the directory, Saint Joseph has 1 facility; Missouri has 41 facilities across 33 localities, and United States has 2,738 facilities in total, which helps place this facility within its wider territory.
Other nearby facilities
Measured in a straight line from Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center, these are the closest facilities in United States listed in the directory:
- State of Kansas Atchison Juvenile Correctional Facility — about 33 km away (Atchison)
- United States Disciplinary Barracks — about 45 km away (Leavenworth)
- Joint Regional Correctional Facility — about 46 km away (Leavenworth)
- Western Missouri Correctional Center — about 50 km away (Cameron)
- United States Penitentiary, Leavenworth — about 50 km away (Leavenworth)
More facilities in the category “Prisons and penitentiaries” in Missouri:
- Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center (Bonne Terre)
- Boonville Correctional Center (Boonville)
- Northeast Correctional Center (Bowling Green)
- Renz Correction Center (Callaway County)
- Western Missouri Correctional Center (Cameron)
What type of facility this is
Prisons and penitentiaries are establishments where people sentenced by a final judgment serve their sentence and, depending on the country, also where people await trial. They are usually organised into units or regimes with different security levels and include areas for healthcare, education, work and rehabilitation activities.
In the United States, prisons are run by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (federal prisons), each state's department of corrections, and county sheriffs' offices and local governments (jails).
Knowing the category helps you understand what to expect: the regime, who may visit and the procedures that apply vary depending on the type of facility and the country.
Data on record for this profile
This profile includes: Address, Operator / administration. Not available in the source: Phone, Email, Website, Capacity, Hours / visiting, In operation since. The data comes from open information contributed by a community of volunteers and may change over time. If you manage the facility or know updated official data, you can request a correction by writing to info@vorticepacifico.com.
Before visiting or contacting the facility
These general tips help you prepare any procedure related to Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center. The specific rules are always set by the competent prison administration.
- Confirm visiting days and hours directly with the facility or its administration; they can change without notice.
- Find out which identity document is required and whether a prior authorisation or registration is needed to visit.
- Ask whether an appointment is necessary and how far in advance it must be requested.
- Check the permitted items, the accepted dress code and the security checks at the entrance.
- Plan the journey with time to spare: transport, time to get into the premises and possible waiting.
- If you attend as a lawyer, journalist or researcher, request accreditation or permission through the official channels.
- If you travel with minors, check the specific conditions that apply to their entry.
- Use official channels only and be wary of intermediaries who charge to arrange visits or communications.
Services and procedures common in this type of facility
In facilities in the category “Prisons and penitentiaries” there usually are, depending on the country and each establishment's regime: communications and visits, correspondence, healthcare, social and psychological support, training and education, work and workshops, religious assistance, legal assistance and transfers to courts. This directory does not confirm that Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center offers each of them: check directly with the facility or its administration which are available and how to request them.
Frequently asked questions about Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center
Where is Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center is located in Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States. The recorded address is McNeely Drive, 64506 Saint Joseph.
What type of facility is Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
It is listed in the directory under the category “Prisons and penitentiaries”. Prisons and penitentiaries are establishments where people sentenced by a final judgment serve their sentence and, depending on the country, also where people await trial.
What is the phone number or website of Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
The source does not include a phone number, email or website for this facility. Check the official website of the competent prison administration.
What is the capacity of Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
The capacity of this facility is not available in the data source.
Are there other facilities near Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
The closest facility listed in the directory is State of Kansas Atchison Juvenile Correctional Facility, about 33 km away in a straight line.
Can I visit Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
It depends on the country's regulations and the facility's regime, and not everyone may visit. Before travelling, confirm the hours, the documents required and the access conditions with the facility.
