Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP) Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP), also known as "Big Mac," is a maximum-security prison located in McAlester, Oklahoma. It is the oldest correctional facility in the state and houses some of Oklahoma's most dangerous offenders.
Contact Information
Address: 1301 N. West Street, McAlester, OK 74502
Phone: (918) 581-2010
Website: Oklahoma Department of Corrections - OSP
How to Locate an Inmate
To find an inmate, use the Oklahoma Offender Search tool provided by the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation days are Saturday and Sunday. Hours are from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list and arrive at least 30 minutes before closing time.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:
- JPay
- ConnectNetwork
- Money order by mail
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates can make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts. Video visitation is available through JPay.
Inmate Services and Programs
OSP offers various programs including:
- Educational courses
- Vocational training
- Substance abuse treatment
- Religious services
- Mental health counseling
History of the Facility
Oklahoma State Penitentiary was established in 1908 and has played a significant role in Oklahoma's correctional system. It has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years.
Security and Management Information
OSP is a maximum-security facility with multiple security levels. It employs advanced surveillance systems, armed guards, and strict protocols to maintain safety and security.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. Family visitation rights are subject to the facility's policies and the inmate's behavior record.
Booking and Release Process
Inmates are typically transferred to OSP from other facilities. The release process involves a thorough review of the inmate's record, completion of required programs, and coordination with parole officers or other relevant authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I bring to visitation?
Visitors are allowed to bring a clear plastic bag with up to $20 in quarters for vending machines. No other items are permitted in the visitation area.
How often can inmates receive visits?
Inmates are typically allowed one visit per week, but this may vary based on their security level and behavior.
Can I send books or magazines to an inmate?
Books and magazines must be sent directly from the publisher or an approved vendor. Personal packages are not accepted.
Famous Prisoners
- Roger Dale Stafford - Convicted of the 1978 Sirloin Stockade murders
- Richard Glossip - Death row inmate whose case has gained international attention
- Charles Troy Coleman - Executed in 1990 for a 1979 murder
- Scott Dawn Carpenter - Convicted of multiple murders in the 1980s
- Michael Bascum Selsor - Executed in 2012 for a 1975 murder
- Randall Eugene Cannon - Convicted of the 1985 murder of Addie Hawley
- Julius Jones - Death row inmate whose sentence was commuted to life without parole in 2021
- Clayton Lockett - Executed in 2014 in a controversial lethal injection procedure
- Roger James Berget - Executed in 2018 for the murder of a corrections officer
- Benjamin Robert Cole Sr. - Executed in 2022 for the 2002 murder of his infant daughter
