Mississippi State Penitentiary is a Maximum security level State Prison located in the city of Parchman, Mississippi. The facility houses Male Offenders who are convicted for crimes which come under Mississippi state and federal laws. The State Prison was opened in 1901. The facility has a capacity of 3,590 inmates, which is the maximum amount of beds per facility.
The facility is part of Parchman, MS judicial district, which has 0 facilities in total.
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Locating an Inmate in Mississippi State Penitentiary
The best way to locate or get information on any inmate currently incarcerated in Mississippi State Penitentiary is to contact the State Prison for information on the inmate or visit them online at https://www.bop.gov/ .
Be Approved
Make sure an inmate you are visiting has placed you on their approved visiting list.
Be Prepared to Follow Mississippi State Penitentiary Visiting Rules
For official policy that outlines regulations and procedures for visiting a Mississippi State Penitentiary inmate, contact the State Prison directly via 662-745-6611 phone number.
Visitation Days and Hours
Mississippi State Penitentiary State Prison For more information on when you can visit an inmate and get directions contact the State Prison directly.
Visiting a Mississippi State Penitentiary inmate on holidays:
The inmate will be notified as to any changes to the "normal" visitation schedule due to holidays and/or any special commitments.
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| Mon | — |
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| Sat | 9am-2pm |
| Sun | 9am-2pm |
| Hol | — |
Inmates can receive letters from their family members and friends, as well as packages from home with prior written approval from the inmate's unit team or authorized staff member at Mississippi State Penitentiary.
To make sure the mail and package you are sending comes under approved item list and for more clarification contact the State Prison administration at 662-745-6611.
You can also try to contact the facility by reaching out to them on social media platforms. Visit their Facebook page: here.