How do I find out if someone is in jail in Mississippi?
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How do I find out if someone is in jail in Mississippi?
There is an inmate search function where you can enter the inmate’s last name and search for them. You also have the option of calling the Mississippi State City Jail directly at 662-325-1810, 662-325-2121 and enquire whether an inmate is being held there.
How do I contact an inmate in Mississippi?
Inmate Telephone
- For central Mississippi contact the MDOC/CMCF inmate telephone administrator at (601) 932-2880 extension 6729.
- For south Mississippi contact the MDOC/SMCI inmate telephone administrator at (601) 394-5600 extension 1443.
Who is over the prisons in Mississippi?

The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a state agency of Mississippi that operates prisons. It has its headquarters in Jackson. As of 2020 Burl Cain is the commissioner.
How do I find public records in Mississippi?
Public record requests for vital records will differ depending on which document you are seeking.
- Mississippi State Department of Vital Records and Statistics.
- Mississippi State Department of Vital Records & Statistics.
- Example – Hinds County Chancery Court.
- Example – Desoto County Chancery Court.
- Phone number: 662-469-8000.
What is a life sentence in Mississippi?

In Mississippi, a person can be sentenced to life without parole after serving at least one year in prison on two separate felonies, one of which must be a violent offense. Russell was convicted on two home burglaries in 2004 and for unlawful possession of a firearm in 2015.
How do I put money on my phone for jail calls in Mississippi?
The prepaid phone call provider for inmates in Mississippi is Global Tel* Link (GTL for short). OffenderConnect, known as GTL AdvancePay, allows you to deposit funds to an inmate’s telephone account online, at the institutional kiosks, or over the phone (1-800-483-8314).
Are criminal records public information in Mississippi?
You can access Mississippi Criminal Records through various third-party searches. You can contact the law enforcement agency to inquire about local background checks.
Are Mississippi court records online?
Judicial and staff directories are available for each court. The site provides access to all the current laws of the state through the searchable Mississippi Code. All rules of the state court system are available online. The catalog of the legal collections of the State Library is available.