Mississippi Department of Corrections
Christopher B. Epps
Haley R. Barbour
Commissioner
Governor
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Prison Sentences & Release Dates An offender convicted of a crime committed after June 30 1995 who has never been convicted of violent crime as defined by Miss Code Ann 47-7-3 (1)(g) may be eligible for parole. An inmate convicted of a crime committed on or before June 30 1995, falls under different Parole Laws. Miss Code Ann 47-7-3 Return
For non-mandatory crimes committed after June 30, 1995, an inmate may receive an earned time allowance of 15% of his sentence, less pre-sentence jail-time, if MDOC determines that the inmate has complied with the good conduct and performance requirements of the earned time allowance program. Miss. Code 47-5-138(5) Return
What is Meritorious Earned Time (MET)? Meritorious Earned Time (MET) is a up to 10 day reduction in sentence for every 30 days of successful participation in an educational, vocational or treatment program. Inmates are not eligible for MET for participation in a program if the inmate is already receiving trusty time for that program. Miss Code 47-5-142 Return
Who is not eligible for MET or the 15% earned time allowance? An inmate is not eligible to receive the earned time allowance if: · Sentenced to life in prison · Convicted as a habitual offender. · Convicted of a sex crime · Convicted of armed robbery or attempted armed robbery, armed carjacking Miss Code 47-5-139 Return
Effective April 28, 2004 an inmate in trusty status may receive a 30 day reduction in sentence for every 30 days in trusty status. Inmates who were in trusty status as of April 28, 2004 and who are not eligible for 30/30 trusty time receive a 10 day reduction in sentence for every 30 days in trusty status. 30/30 trusty time does not reduce the time which must be served for parole eligibility. Miss Code 47-5-138.1 Return
Who is not eligible for 30/30 trusty earned time? An inmate is not eligible to receive 30/30 trusty earned time if: · Sentenced to life in prison · Convicted as a habitual offender · Convicted of a sex crime · Convicted of armed robbery, attempted armed robbery, armed carjacking or drive by shooting. · Convicted of a drug crime under Miss. Code Ann. Section 41-29-139(a) and sentenced under Section 41-29-139(b) or (f) · Convicted of trafficking in controlled substances under Miss. Code Ann. Section 41-29-139(g). Miss Code 47-5-138.1 Return What do the different dates mean on an inmate’s timesheet? Maximum Discharge date is the date an offender will have served the entire length of his sentence. Tentative Discharge date is the Maximum Discharge date minus any Trusty Time or Meritorious Earned Time. Earned Release Supervision (ERS) date is the Maximum Discharge Date minus the 15% earned time allowance, trusty time and meritorious earned time. Return
What is Earned Release Supervision (ERS)? ERS is a “conditional release” and the ERS date does not mean that the inmate will automatically be released on that date. The ERS date is simply the “earliest possible date” minus any earned time that the offender can be released if ALL CONDITIONS for ERS are met. Click on ERS for more information. Miss Code 47-5-138 Return
What if an inmate violates the terms of Earned Release Supervision (ERS)? If an inmate violates the terms of Earned Release Supervision he may be revoked and returned to an MDOC facility. An Inmate revoked from Earned Release Supervision (ERS) must serve the remainder of the sentence and he is not given credit for the length of time he was in the community on ERS. Miss Code 47-5-138 Return
Prison
How many facilities does MDOC have and where are they located? For a map of current facilities click here Facilities Map. MDOC Probation & Parole offices for a list of Community Corrections field offices. Return
Where do new inmates go when first moved from the local county jail to MDOC custody? Most inmates are moved to the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF) in Rankin County to go through the classification process at Reception & Classification (R&C). Male Death Row inmates are moved immediately to the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman. Click on Offender Services Initial Classification for more information. Return What is Reception & Classification (R&C)? The Reception & Classification Center is located at the Central Mississippi Correction Facility (CMCF). R&C is the first stop for most new inmates sentenced to MDOC custody. The inmate is classified for behavior level and assessed for treatment needs. This initial classification process takes about 30 days. Once classified, inmates may transfer to another facility within the MDOC system. Click on Offender Services (Initial Class) for more information about the initial classification process. Return
How does an inmate request transfer to another facility? The inmate must complete a transfer request form through the case manager. If the transfer request is approved, the offender’s name is placed on a waiting list and the inmate is moved when space becomes available. A mileage fee will be deducted from the inmate’s account for cost of the transfer. Return
How long does a new inmate have to wait to call home? A new inmate can call home on the weekend after his first full week at Reception & Classification (R&C). Return
How can I have my phone number placed on an offender’s approved call list? Upon entry into Reception & Classification (R&C), the inmate completes a form with the names and phone numbers of those individuals he would like to call. The offender is allowed to update his list every six months. Return Who should I contact if an inmate is writing, calling or harassing me? Contact the warden or superintendent where the inmate is housed. Click on MDOC Quick Reference for contact information. Return
What custody levels do County Regional Facilities house? All County Regional facilities house medium custody level inmates. Return
What if I have a complaint about a County Regional Prison? First contact the facility warden or county sheriff. Click on MDOC Quick Reference–bookmark Regional Facilities for contact information. If the problem is not resolved contact MDOC compliance officer for the facility. Compliance officer names and numbers are listed with the facility information on MDOC Quick Reference – bookmark Regional Facilities. Return What if I have a complaint about a Private Prison? Contact the MDOC Compliance Officer or Warden at the facility. Click on MDOC Quick Reference –bookmark Private Prisons for contact information. Return
What if I have a complaint about a State Prison? Contact the Warden of the Area where the inmate is housed. Click on MDOC Quick Reference for contact information. Return Programs
What educational and treatment programs are offered by MDOC? Click on MSP Treatment for programs offered at the Mississippi State Penitentiary (MSP) at Parchman. Click on CMCF Treatment for programs offered at the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF) in Rankin County. Click on SMCI Treatment for programs offered at the South Mississippi Correctional Institution (SMCI) in Greene County. Click on MDOC Quick Reference and then click on the desired facility for information about programs at other facilities. Return
How long is the Alcohol and Drug Program (A&D)? The Alcohol and Drug Program (A&D) ranges from 3 months to thirty (30) months. Return
How does an inmate enter the Alcohol and Drug Program (A&D)? Inmates enter the Alcohol and Drug (A&D) Program by court order, referral by the parole board or MDOC staff. In addition, inmates can request entry to the program. Return
What is the Regimented Inmate Discipline (RID) Program? The Regimented Inmate is a “boot camp” program for first time offenders sentenced by the courts. Upon successful completion of RID, the sentencing court may suspend the remainder of the inmate’s sentence and place him on probation. Click on (RID) for more information. Return The inmate is transferred to the Regimented Inmate Discipline (RID) Program after Initial Classification is completed based upon available bed space. Return
What is the Inmate Legal Assistance Program (ILAP)? The Inmate Legal Assistance Program (ILAP) provides legal assistance to inmates. An inmate can receive assistance for legal questions by submitting an ILAP request form. ILAP provides legal answers to legal questions; however, ILAP staff does not represent or prepare legal work for the inmate. Click on ILAP for more information. Return
Does MDOC provide inmates assistance with divorce proceedings? No. MDOC does not assist with divorces. Inmates should contact a private attorney. Return What is the Administrative Remedy Program (ARP)? The Administrative Remedy Program (ARP) is available to all inmates to file formal complaints about prison conditions/concerns. Click on ARP for more information about the Administrative Remedy Program. Return
Contacting & Visiting Inmates
How can an inmate be contacted in case of a family emergency. Call the facility where the inmate is housed and ask to speak to the duty chaplain, warden or person in charge. Be prepared to give a name & phone number where you can be called back. Click on MDOC Quick Reference. for facility contact information. Return
How can I send mail to an inmate? Click on Inmate Family Information Inmate Mail for the inmate mail policy. Return
How can I send money to an inmate? Click on Inmate Family Information for further information. Return What is the policy on visitation? Contact the facility where the offender is housed for visitation information. Click on MDOC Quick Reference for Facilities For facility contact information. For inmates housed at MSP, SMCI or CMCF, click on Inmate Family Information / Visitation for further information. Return
Can I take snacks or other items to an inmate when I visit? No. Each facility allows the purchase of snack bags from the canteen or vending machine. Return
Is there a minimum age for visitors? No. However, all visitors age fourteen (14) and older must be on the inmate’s visiting list, be pre-screened and approved for visitation. A state or federal issued ID must be presented at time of visitation. Return
Intensive Supervision Program (ISP) “House Arrest”
Who is eligible for the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP)? A non-violent offender who has not been convicted of a felony committed after having been confined for the conviction of a felony on a previous occasion may qualify for the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP). Violent offenders are not eligible for ISP placement. Click on Intensive Supervision Program for more information. Return
How does an inmate or offender get into the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP)? Offenders can be sentenced to ISP by the Court when first convicted. Eligible inmates are also reviewed by MDOC’s Joint Placement Committee and may be placed into the program. Return
What is the Joint Placement Committee? The Joint Placement Committee consists of the Commissioner of Corrections (or designee), the Director of Offender Services and the Chairman of the Parole Board (or designee). This committee meets monthly to review eligible inmates for placement in the Intensive Supervision Program. Return
When can inmate in the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP) leave home? ISP inmates are allowed to leave home for work, community service, church services, and for personal needs (doctor visits, haircuts, etc) as approved and scheduled by the ISP field officer. Return
No. There can be no alcohol in the house where an inmate is in the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP). Return
Can I have a gun in my house if an inmate lives with me who is in the Intensive Supervision Program? No. There can be no guns in the house where an inmate is in the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP) Return
Interstate Compact
The Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision is an agreement between states to provide supervision of adult probationers and parolees who are approved to live in another state. Click on Interstate Compact for more information. Return
Who is not eligible for transfer to another state on Interstate Compact? Inmates released from incarceration under furlough, work release, Earned Released Supervision or the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP or “House Arrest” are not eligible. Only Probationers and Parolees are eligible for transfer under the Interstate Compact Agreement. Return
What is the process for an Interstate Compact transfer for a parolee? The inmate must be granted parole before he is eligible to make an application for transfer to another state. The inmate completes an application with the case manager who forwards it to the Interstate Compact Division for processing. The Interstate Compact Division makes application to the receiving state to arrange the transfer. It can take up to 90 days for the process to be completed. Return
What is the process for an Interstate Compact transfer to another state for a probationer? The probationer must apply for the transfer through the supervising field officer who forwards it to the Interstate Compact Division for processing. The Interstate Compact Division makes application to the receiving state to arrange the transfer. It can take from 90 – 120 days for the process to be completed. Return
Can an inmate transfer from a corrections facility in Mississippi to one in another state? No. Mississippi is not a member of the Inmate Interstate Corrections Compact which provides for the transfer of inmates from one state to another. Return
Miscellaneous
How can I find out if someone has been sentenced to the Mississippi Department of Corrections? Click on Inmate Search to search for active inmates. Click on MS Parole Board parolee search to search for active parolees. For all others contact the MDOC Records Department at 601-933-2889 Return
How can a victim be notified of an inmate’s release? Contact Victim Services at 1-866-522-4087 or 601-359-5628. You may also go to the Crime Victims Notification Form on our web site to register to receive notification of an inmate’s release. Return
How can I become involved as a religious volunteer to inmates? Contact a correctional facility and ask for the volunteer coordinator or chaplain. Volunteers go through an initial volunteer orientation to become certified to work in a prison. Click on Volunteering for further information. Return
What is the procedure to marry an inmate? The inmate must contact the unit chaplain or case manager and make the request to get married. Return
Are inmates housed at major institutions required to work? Yes. All inmates who are physically able must work. MDOC encourages inmates to develop a strong work ethic while incarcerated. Return
What kinds of inmates are housed at Community Work Centers and work in the community? Inmates housed at Community Work Centers are incarcerated for non-violent crimes. Click on MDOC Quick Reference for a list of CWCs and links to each one. Return
What are the benefits of the American Correctional Association (ACA)? The American Correctional Association (ACA) is an organization designed to promote improvement in the management of correctional agencies. It identifies a list of standards that address services, programs and operations for correctional agencies. Visit American Corrections Association web site for more information. Return
Who do I contact if my question is not listed here? If your question is not listed here you may find the answer at Inmate Family Information. Click on Contact US for the departmental and personnel email address guide or the MDOC Quick Reference for telephone numbers. Return
Mississippi Department of Corrections Central Office 723 North President Street Jackson Mississippi 39202 601-359-5600
Central Office Records: 601-973-3472 MSP (Parchman) Records: 662-745-6611, ext 2321 CMCF Records: 601-932-2880, ext 6243 SMCI Records: 601-394-5600, ext 1209
All media inquires should go to Communications @ 601-359-5689 Return
MSP – Mississippi State Penitentiary Superintendent: Lawrence Kelly P. O. Box 1057 – Hwy 49 West – Parchman, MS 38783 Phone: (662) 745-6611
CMCF – Central Mississippi Correctional Facility Superintendent: Margaret Bingham P. O. Box 88550 – 3794 Hwy 468 - Pearl, MS 39208 Phone: (601) 932-2880
SMCI – South Mississippi Correctional Institution Superintendent: Ronald King P. O. Box 1419 – 22689 Hwy 463 North - Leakesville, MS 39451 Phone: (601) 394-5600 Return
DCF – Delta Correctional Facility Warden: Danny Scott 3800 County Road 540 – Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9099 Contract Monitor: Dwaine Taylor
EMCF – East Mississippi Correctional Facility Warden: Dale Caskey 10641 Hwy 80E – Meridian, MS 39304 Phone: (601) 485-5255 MDOC Compliance Officer: Ron Williams
MCCF – Marshall County Correctional Facility Warden: J.J Streeter P. O. Box 5188 – Holly Springs, MS 38634-5188 Phone: (662) 252-7111 MDOC Compliance Officer: Danny Jackson
TCCF – Tallahatchie County Correctional Facility Warden: Robert Adams P. O. Box 388 – 295 U. S. Hwy 49S -Tutwiler, MS 38963 Phone: (662) 345-6567 MDOC Compliance Officer: Ora Starks
WGCF – Walnut Grove Youth Correctional Facility Warden: Walter (Brick) Tripp P. O. Box 389 – Walnut Grove, MS 39189 Phone: (601) 253-2348 MDOC Compliance Officer: Alfredia Dodd
WCCF – Wilkinson County Correctional Facility Jacquelyn Banks, Warden P. O. Box 1079 – 2999 U.S. Hwy 61N - Woodville, MS 39669 Phone: (601) 888-3199 MDOC Compliance Officer: Larry Lee
BCCF – Bolivar County Correctional Facility Warden: Tommy Taylor 2792 Hwy 8 W – Cleveland, MS 38732 Phone: (662) 843-7478 or 5378 MDOC Compliance Officer: Sylvia Kelly
CMRCF – Carroll/Montgomery County Regional Correctional Facility Warden: Arthur Smith, Warden 1440 Hwy 35 – Vaiden, MS 39176 Phone: (662) 464-5440 MDOC Compliance Officer: Sylvia Kelly
GCCF – George/Greene County Correctional Facility Acting Warden: Preston Goff 154 Industrial Park Road – Lucedale, MS 39452 Phone: (601) 947-9399 MDOC Compliance Officer: Willie Edwards (601) 359-5338
HCCF – Holmes/Humphreys County Correctional Facility Warden: Rayford Horton 23234 Hwy 12 E – Lexington, MS 39095 Phone: (662) 834-5016 MDOC Compliance Officer: Sylvia Kelly
ICCF – Issaquena County Correctional Facility Warden: Ed Hargett, Warden P. O. Box 220 – Mayersvillle, MS 39113 Phone: (662) 873-2153 MDOC Compliance Officer: Bobby Twiner (601) 359- 5727
JCCF – Jefferson/Franklin County Correctional Facility Acting Warden: Sam Winchester P. O. Box 218 – Fayette, MS 39069 Phone: (601) 786-2284 MDOC Compliance Officer: Willie Edwards (601) 359-5338
KCCF – Kemper/Neshoba County Correctional Facility Acting Warden: Johnny Crockett 300 Industrial Park Road – DeKalb, MS 39328 Phone: (601) 743-5767 MDOC Compliance Officer: Bobby Twiner (601) 359- 5727
LCCF – Leake County Correctional Facility Warden: McQua Jones 399 C. O. Brooks Street – Carthage, MS 39051 Phone: (601) 298-9003 MDOC Compliance Officer: Willie Edwards
MWCF – Marion/Walthall County Correctional Facility Acting Warden: Charles Abrams 503 South Main Street – Columbia, MS 39429 Phone: (601) 736-3621 MDOC Compliance Officer: Willie Edwards (601) 359-5338
SCCF – Stone County Correctional Facility Warden: Dwain Brewer 1420 Industrial Park Road – Wiggins, MS 39577 Phone: (601) 928-7042 MDOC Compliance Officer: Willie Edwards (601) 359-5338
WCRCF – Winston/Choctaw County Correctional Facility Warden: Tim Palmer P. O. Drawer 928 – Louisville, MS 39339 Phone: (662) 773-2528 MDOC Compliance Officer: Bobby Twiner (601) 359- 5727 Return
Alcorn County CWC Satchel Long, Correctional Commander 2407 Norman Rd – Corinth, MS 38834 Phone: (662) 287-8105
Bolivar County CWC Levon Jackson, Director 604 Hwy 8 – Rosedale, MS 38769 Phone: (662) 759-3535
Forrest County CWC Sherry Hearn, Director 112 Alcorn Ave – Hattiesburg, MS 39401 Phone: (601) 544-5030
George County CWC Bobby Welch, Director 156 Industrial Park Rd – Lucedale, MS 39452 Phone: (601) 947-7581
Harrison County CWC Nickie Simmons, Director 3820 – 8th Ave – Gulfport, MS 39501 Phone: (228) 865-0020
Jackson County CWC Betsy Chandler, Director 1717 Kenneth Ave – Pascagoula, MS 39567 Phone: (228) 762-0255
Jefferson County CWC Otis Bailey, Director 101 Corrections Road – Fayette, MS 39069 Phone: (601) 786-3556
Leflore County CWC Walter McKinney, Director 3400 Baldwin CR 540– Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 453-9720
Madison County CWC Valerie Buie, Director 140 Corrections Drive – Canton, MS 39046 Phone: (601) 859-7711
Noxubee County CWC Frank Stockett, Director 110 Industrial Park Rd – Macon, MS 39341 Phone: (662) 726-2375
Pike County CWC Jerry Kennedy, Director 2015 Jesse Hall Rd – Magnolia, MS 39652 Phone: (601) 783-5514
Quitman County CWC Robert Taylor, Director 201 Camp B Rd – Lambert, MS 38643 Phone: (662) 326-2133
Simpson County CWC James Ingle, Director 714 Wood Rd – Magee, MS 39111 Phone: (601) 849-3281
Washington County CWC Charles Mason, Acting Director 1398 N. Beauchamp Ext Greenville, MS 38703 Phone: (662) 332-6358
Wilkinson County CWC Walter Reed, Director 84 Prison Lane – Woodville, MS 39669 Phone: (601) 888-4378
Yazoo County CWC Walter Lockhart, Director P. O. Box 1047 – Yazoo City, MS 39194 Phone: (662) 746-2085 Return
Flowood CWC/ Restitution Center Deputy Warden: Kevin Jackson 1632 HWY 80 W - Flowood MS 39208 Phone: 601-936-7213
Leflore County Restitution Center Director: Arthur L. Smith 308 Hwy 7N Rear - Greenwood MS 389305 Phone: 662-453-5134
Hinds County Restitution Center Commander: Dianna Robbins 429 South Gallatin St - Jackson MS 39203 Phone: 601-354-0062
Director: Becky Fulton 1721 East Kenneth Ave – Pascagoula MS 39568 Phone: 228-762-1331 Return |