What is potosi correctional center?

The Potosi Correctional Center is a maximum-security prison located in Mineral Point, Missouri. It is operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections and houses male inmates.

The facility has a capacity to hold over 1,900 inmates and primarily houses inmates who have been convicted of violent crimes or have a history of disciplinary issues in other prisons.

Potosi Correctional Center offers various educational and vocational programs to inmates to help them rehabilitate and prepare for reentry into society. These programs include adult basic education, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

The prison also has a specialized mental health unit to provide treatment and support for inmates with mental health issues. Security at the facility is tight, with extensive measures in place to prevent escapes and ensure the safety of both staff and inmates.