FAQ Below are some of the most common questions answered by DOC professionals. The Division of Corrections determines how long inmates serve in prison. The Division of Corrections does not determine the length of stay for inmates. Sentences are set by the WV Code and are applied by the judicial system after an offender has been convicted of a crime.
Judges can sentence convicted offenders to a specific correctional institution.
Offenders are sentenced to the custody of the Commissioner of Corrections and it is his responsibility to determine where an offender is housed based on certain variables such as, crime committed, security classification, etc. Frequently Asked Questions 1. Call the institution where the inmate is located and talk to the records clerk. If the institution is unknown call the Division of Corrections central office records section. The order in which they are transferred is based on Parole Eligibility Date, or exceptional cases approved by the Division of Corrections.