Mississippi Inmate Directory

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The State of Mississippi has 89 Jails across 82 Counties which includes Hinds County, Harrison County, DeSoto County, Rankin County, Jackson County and others.

Mississippi, nicknamed “The Magnolia State,” is located in the southeastern region of the United States. Its capital city is Jackson, known for its museums, blues music scene, and historical sites. As of 2023, the state’s population is estimated to be around 2,961,000.

  • Capital City: Jackson
  • Population: As of 2023, the state’s population is estimated to be around 2,961,000.
  • Correctional Facilities: The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) manages the state’s prison system, which includes several facilities:
    • Unit prisons: These house adult male offenders sentenced to long prison terms.
    • Community Work Centers: These house non-violent offenders who participate in work programs.
    • Private prisons: Mississippi utilizes private prisons to house some inmates.
    • County jails: These hold individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences.

  • State Prison Population: As of 2022, Mississippi’s prison population was approximately 17,000 inmates. This translates to an incarceration rate of around 600 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly higher than the national average.
  • Probation Population: The exact number of individuals on probation in Mississippi is difficult to pinpoint due to constant fluctuations. However, estimates suggest it’s likely several times higher than the prison population.
  • Violent Crime Rate: Unfortunately, Mississippi consistently ranks high in national violent crime rates. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting data, the state has a higher violent crime rate than the national average.

Mississippi Inmate Search

Resources for Further Information:

Several resources can assist you in finding an inmate in Mississippi:

Mississippi Department of Corrections website: The MDOC website provides an inmate search function allowing you to search by name or ID number.

Mississippi Department of Correction


Local County Jail Websites: Many county jails in Mississippi maintain websites with inmate search capabilities.

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