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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:

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

  1. Roger Dale Stafford - Convicted of the 1978 Sirloin Stockade murders
  2. Richard Glossip - Death row inmate whose case has gained international attention
  3. Charles Troy Coleman - Executed in 1990 for a 1979 murder
  4. Scott Dawn Carpenter - Convicted of multiple murders in the 1980s
  5. Michael Bascum Selsor - Executed in 2012 for a 1975 murder
  6. Randall Eugene Cannon - Convicted of the 1985 murder of Addie Hawley
  7. Julius Jones - Death row inmate whose sentence was commuted to life without parole in 2021
  8. Clayton Lockett - Executed in 2014 in a controversial lethal injection procedure
  9. Roger James Berget - Executed in 2018 for the murder of a corrections officer
  10. Benjamin Robert Cole Sr. - Executed in 2022 for the 2002 murder of his infant daughter

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP). If you are have completed a Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP) 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 Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP) 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 Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP). Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1301 N. West Street PO Box 97, McAlester, OK, 74502-0097

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 918-423-4700 .

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 Oklahoma State Penitentiary (OSP), 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 Oklahoma

Oklahoma Total Number of Inmates

32,865

Oklahoma Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

23,027

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

555

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

2,237

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,733

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

4,616

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

90.38

20,095

Female

9.62

2,140

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

25.22

87

Detained

73.91

255

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Oklahoma