At the 25-bed Claiborne County Jail, inmate information is available 24 hours a day by calling 601-437-5161.
Individuals arrested for misdemeanors or felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held in custody until their trial is resolved.
Use the inmate search tool to access the facility’s roster of current inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year remain at this jail, and inmates sentenced to more are moved to the Mississippi State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page outlines inmate services including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary.
Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future contact. If it’s not online, call Claiborne County Jail at 601-437-5161.
Phone: 601-437-5161
Physical Address:
410 Market Street
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 601-437-5161 for the information you are looking for.
Claiborne County Jail Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
The Claiborne County Jail maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Claiborne County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Claiborne County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 500 offenders.
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The Claiborne County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Claiborne County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
The Claiborne County Jail shares the facility with the county sheriff.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 601-437-5161, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Claiborne County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Call 601-437-5161 to find Visiting days and times
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Claiborne County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Claiborne County Jail includes the following steps:
For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 601-437-5161.
If someone has been booked at Claiborne County Jail in Port Gibson, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 601-437-5161.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
For a full guide to the bail process in Claiborne County, Mississippi, visit the Claiborne County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail? What is the Schedule?
410 Market Street
Port Gibson, MS 39150
601-437-5161
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 601-437-5161 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Claiborne County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 601-437-5161 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Claiborne County follow these instructions:
Claiborne County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Claiborne County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Claiborne County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Check the Claiborne County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Claiborne County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Check the Claiborne County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Claiborne County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Postcards
Check the Claiborne County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Claiborne County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Check the Claiborne County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Claiborne County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Claiborne County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Inmate's first and last name
c/o Claiborne County Jail
P.O. Box 427
Port Gibson, MS 39150
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 601-437-5161 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Claiborne County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Claiborne County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Claiborne County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-437-5161 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Claiborne County?
