Lawrence Correctional Center
Lawrence Correctional Center
Location: Sumner, IL
Security Level: Maximum Security
History: Opened in November 2001, Lawrence was a medium-security prison that was fully transitioned to a maximum-security adult male facility in 2024. Lawrence houses the majority of individuals in IDOC who are on Administrative Detention status.
Mailing/Contact Information:
Individual In Custody mailing address: 10930 Lawrence Road, Sumner, IL 62466
Telephone: (618) 936-2064
Population and program participation information sourced from January 1, 2026 IDOC Quarterly Report
Lawrence Population: 1.024
Rated Capacity: 1,058
Percent of Capacity: 96.8%
Educational & Vocational Participants: 100 (9.5%)
Courses offered with participants: ABE, Advanced ABE, ASE, and Culinary Arts
State Representatives: Current as of January 2026
Adam M. Niemerg (R) – IL House District 102
Springfield Office: 232-N Stratton Building, Springfield, IL 62706, (217) 782-2087
District Office: 100 Norb Avenue, Suite 1, PO Box 188, Dieterich, IL 62424, (217) 813-6036
Additional District Office: 111 Sheriff Street, Room #23, Paris, IL 61944, (217) 712-2126
Chapin Rose (R) – IL Senate District 51
Springfield Office: A-Section Stratton Building, Office A, Springfield, IL 62706, (217) 558-1006
District Office: 88 Broadway Avenue, Suite 1, Mattoon, IL 61938, (217) 607-1853
Additional District Office: 211 S. Cross Street, Robinson, IL 62454, (217) 607-1853
Additional District Office: 3821 N. Vermilion, Suite 5, Danville, IL 61832, (217) 607-1853
