Jones County Adult Detention Facility

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Jones County Adult Detention Facility

Inmate information from the 225-bed Jones County Adult Detention Facility is available by phone 24 hours a day at 601-649-7502.

Whenever someone is arrested in the county for a misdemeanor or felony, this is where they go for booking and processing. Some are released quickly on bond or their own recognizance; others stay in custody until their trial is over.

You can check who is in custody right now with the inmate search tool.

Sentences of less than one year are carried out at this facility. Sentences of more than one year are carried out in the Mississippi State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page lists what you need to know to search the official jail roster, find the facility, and use inmate services including visitation, money deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

Don’t forget to note the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, which is usually required for mail. If you can’t find it online, call Jones County Adult Detention Facility at 601-649-7502.

Phone

601-649-7502

Physical address

5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437

Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437

Other Jails and Prisons

To search for an inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility, 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 601-649-7502 for the information you are looking for.

Jones County Adult Detention Facility 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 Jones County Adult Detention Facility, 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 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

The Jones County Adult Detention Facility maintains an average of 225 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jones County Adult Detention Facility 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 Jones County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,500 offenders.

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The Jones County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for the operation of the Jones County Adult Detention Facility and the care of all inmates within. It houses all of the offenders from the county including both male and female offenders, for both misdemeanors and felonies.

To determine if someone who was arrested has arrived and been booked, their bail, and how to pay their bail, Jones County Adult Detention Facility may be contacted at 601-649-7502 or the online lookup may be accessed.

Both the Jones County Adult Detention Facility and the juvenile facility are located on the same campus and provide full services for all inmates both adult and juvenile, while encouraging ongoing education, GED programs, adult education, and counseling or treatments for substance abuse, anger management, and other programming.

Communication is encouraged with family and friends, accepting mail that is through the postal service and that has a full return address and no contraband to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437

Money can also be added to the canteen and accounts of an inmate which can be used to access phone calls, order commissary, and pay fees.

Visits may be scheduled directly with the facility only, and the scheduled are provided only to approved visitors who are able to schedule a visit with an inmate.  

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How booking works at Jones County Adult Detention Facility

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Jones County Adult Detention Facility for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Jones County Adult Detention Facility:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Jones County Adult Detention Facility at 601-649-7502.

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Paying bail for someone in Jones County

After being arrested and booked into Jones County Adult Detention Facility in Ellisville, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 601-649-7502 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 601-649-7502.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Jones County can facilitate the process.
  • Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.

To get more information on the bail process in Jones County, Mississippi, visit the Jones County Adult Detention Facility Bail FAQ.

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?

Jones County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Visitation Schedule

5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437
601-649-7502

  • First, you must register an account with Correct Pay, then add Jones County Adult Detention Facility, then your inmate.
  • Second, you can choose a time to visit, but on site visits are limited to certain times for each inmate.
  • You can also schedule an appointment on the jail visitation kiosk.
  • Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
  • Inmates will be allowed one 20-minute onsite visit per week.
  • The number of visitors is limited to three (any combination of adult/children). 
  • There is no charge for the Onsite Video Visits.
  • Offsite Video Visits cost $7.60 for 20 minutes.
  • All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
  • CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
  • Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
  • Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
  • If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.

ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
MONDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM


REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

$7.60 for 20 minutes

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
MONDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM

Jones County Adult Detention Facility uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.


You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 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 Jones County Adult Detention Facility?

Jones County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Visitation Schedule

5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437
601-649-7502

  • First, you must register an account with Correct Pay, then add Jones County Adult Detention Facility, then your inmate.
  • Second, you can choose a time to visit, but on site visits are limited to certain times for each inmate.
  • You can also schedule an appointment on the jail visitation kiosk.
  • Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
  • Inmates will be allowed one 20-minute onsite visit per week.
  • The number of visitors is limited to three (any combination of adult/children). 
  • There is no charge for the Onsite Video Visits.
  • Offsite Video Visits cost $7.60 for 20 minutes.
  • All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
  • CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
  • Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
  • Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
  • If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.

ON-SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
MONDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM


REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

$7.60 for 20 minutes

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
MONDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 8:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Jones County Adult Detention Facility, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.

Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Jones County Adult Detention Facility whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Jones County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Jones County Adult Detention Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Mississippi, then select Jones County Adult Detention Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Jones County Adult Detention Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Jones County Adult Detention Facility?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Jones County follow these instructions:

Jones County Adult Detention Facility 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:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose Mississippi.
  • Choose Jones County Adult Detention Facility
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your account.

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 Jones County Adult Detention Facility, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
  • NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
  • NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.

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 Jones 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 Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility, and what can I send them?

Jones County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Jones County Adult Detention Facility whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Jones County Adult Detention Facility 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#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the 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
Ask the Jones County Adult Detention Facility whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Jones County Adult Detention Facility standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Jones County Adult Detention Facility whether hardcover books are accepted.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437

Jones County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Jones County Adult Detention Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jones County Adult Detention Facility
5178 U.S. Hwy. 11
Ellisville, MS 39437


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Jones County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Jones County Adult Detention Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Mississippi, then select Jones County Adult Detention Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Jones County Adult Detention Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Jones County Adult Detention Facility uses the services of jailfunds.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Go directly here to start the process to send a message

Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

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How to Send a Secure Email or Text Message to an Inmate in Jones County

To send a secure email message and digital photos to an inmate in Jones County Adult Detention Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Mississippi, then select Jones County Adult Detention Facility, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court... So be careful what you write.
  • Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
    Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
    Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Jones County Adult Detention Facility and send them photos, check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Jones County. 
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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Do Inmates in the Jones County Adult Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jones County Adult Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-649-7502 for further assistance.

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jones County?

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Jones County

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