Missouri Jails & Prisons
Missouri operates 196 correctional facilities, including 70 state prisons and 116 county jails.
Missouri operates 196 correctional facilities through the Missouri Department of Corrections (MODOC), including 70 state prisons and 116 county jails. The state system houses approximately 22,000 inmates. Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Bonne Terre is one of the largest facilities with over 3,100 beds. Other major facilities include Jefferson City Correctional Center, Potosi Correctional Center (maximum security), and Chillicothe Correctional Center.
Missouri's county jails are operated by county sheriffs. St. Louis City Justice Center and Jackson County Detention Center in Kansas City are among the largest county-level facilities in the state.
Missouri Inmate Search
To locate a Missouri state inmate, use the MODOC Offender Search. For county jail inmates, contact the county sheriff's office directly or check the county's online lookup if available.
Visitation & Phone Calls
Visitation at Missouri state prisons must be scheduled in advance and requires approval. County jails use independent systems — contact the specific facility for current policies and rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I find an inmate in a Missouri prison?
- Use the MODOC Offender Search at doc.mo.gov. For county jail inmates, contact the county sheriff's office directly — many Missouri counties have online inmate rosters.
- How many people are incarcerated in Missouri?
- Missouri holds approximately 22,000 state inmates in MODOC facilities, plus additional thousands in county jails across the state.
- How do I put money on a Missouri inmate's books?
- Contact the specific facility for current deposit instructions, as providers vary. County jails may use different providers than state facilities.