Get inmate information from the 82-bed Sunflower County Jail 24 hours a day by calling 662-887-2121.
Any adult arrested in the county on a misdemeanor or felony is brought to this jail for booking and processing. After that, the charges decide whether they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until the disposition of their trial.
The inmate search tool shows who has been arrested and remains in custody.
Inmates given less than a year serve their sentence at this facility. Those given more than a year are transferred to the Mississippi State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page covers searching the official roster, calling the facility at 662-887-2121, directions, the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Save the jail ID or booking number as soon as you have it. If it’s not online, call Sunflower County Jail at 662-887-2121.
Phone: 662-887-2121
Physical Address:
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Sunflower 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 662-887-2121 for the information you are looking for.
Sunflower 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 Sunflower 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 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
The Sunflower County Jail maintains an average of 82 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sunflower 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 Sunflower County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,640 offenders.
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The Sunflower County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Sunflower 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 single story, pinkish-grey building is located on Allen Road in Indianola, Mississippi. It 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 662-887-2121, 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 Sunflower 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.
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#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
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#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Sunflower County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Sunflower County Jail typically involves the following steps:
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 662-887-2121.
Once booked at Sunflower County Jail in Indianola, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 662-887-2121.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Sunflower County, Mississippi, visit the Sunflower County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sunflower County Jail? What is the Schedule?
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
662-887-2121
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 662-887-2121 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 Sunflower County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 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 Sunflower County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sunflower County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sunflower 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 Sunflower 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#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
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 662-887-2121 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sunflower County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sunflower County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Sunflower County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Sunflower County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Sunflower County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Sunflower County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Sunflower County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Sunflower 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#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
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 Sunflower County Jail 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 Sunflower County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Sunflower County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
For inmates receiving mail in the Sunflower County Jail 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 Sunflower County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
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 Sunflower County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sunflower 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 Sunflower 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#
Sunflower County Jail
1300 Allen Drive
Indianola, MS 38751
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 662-887-2121 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sunflower County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sunflower County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Sunflower County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Sunflower County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Sunflower County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Sunflower 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 Sunflower County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 662-887-2121 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Sunflower County?
This facility, known as "Sunflower County Jail" is also known as Sunflower County Jail, Mississippi, Sunflower.
