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Smith County Jail, Mississippi: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Smith County Jail is a correctional facility located in Raleigh, Mississippi. It serves as the primary detention center for Smith County, housing both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates for short-term incarceration.

Contact Information

  • Address: 147 Highway 35 South, Raleigh, MS 39153
  • Phone: (601) 782-4531
  • Website: Not available
  • Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Smith County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (601) 782-4531. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It's best to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date visitation schedule and rules.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. Online payment systems are not available for this facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls. For specific information about phone privileges and any video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific inmate services and programs is not readily available. Contact the facility for details on educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs that may be offered.

History of the Facility

Detailed historical information about Smith County Jail is not readily available. The jail serves as the primary detention facility for Smith County, Mississippi.

Security and Management Information

The Smith County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the management and security of the Smith County Jail. For more specific information about security measures and management practices, contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to attorney visits. For detailed information about legal and visitation rights, please contact the jail or consult with a legal professional familiar with Mississippi correctional facilities.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves photographing, fingerprinting, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For specific details about the booking and release processes at Smith County Jail, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring during visitation?

Contact the jail directly for a current list of approved items for visitation. Generally, personal belongings are limited during visits.

How do I schedule a visit with an inmate?

Call the Smith County Jail at (601) 782-4531 to inquire about the visitation schedule and any requirements for scheduling a visit.

What are the mailing address details for sending letters to inmates?

To send mail to an inmate, use the following format:
Inmate's Full Name, ID Number
Smith County Jail
147 Highway 35 South
Raleigh, MS 39153

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Smith County Jail. If you are have completed a Smith County Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Smith County Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Smith County Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

200 Courthouse Square PO Box 307, Raleigh, MS, 39153

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 601-782-4531 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Smith County Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
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General Stats for Mississippi

Mississippi Total Number of Inmates

31,315

Mississippi Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

29,024

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

575

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

10,510

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

2,450

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

3,240

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.26

15,831

Female

6.74

1,144

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

50

99

Detained

42.42

84

Diverted

4.55

9

Prisons and Jails in Mississippi