How to visit, scheduling, dress code, and visitor requirements
Visitation at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF) is a privilege, not a right. Break the rules, and your visits can be suspended or revoked. Policies vary, so confirm CMCF's visiting procedures before making the trip. To get approved, you or your loved one will complete the facility's visitation application or visitor information form while the facility runs required background checks. On visit day, plan to register in a processing area, show a valid photo ID, sign the visitor log, and pass through a search or scanner. Some facilities offer on-site kiosk visits and at-home video visits through third-party vendors—check whether CMCF uses those services. The facility also hosts an annual MDOC fallen officers memorial service on site.
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Have a felony conviction and want to visit someone at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF)? The default answer is no — but immediate family members can apply for a narrow exception with written approval. Here's how the process works and what you'll need to bring every single visit.
Getting approved to visit someone at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF) starts with the person inside. Once you understand how the paperwork flows and what can get a visit denied, the whole process becomes much easier.
At Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF), your loved one has to start the process. They'll send an
Visitation day goes smoother when you know what's coming. Here's the full rundown for Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF)—from what to leave in your car to check-in and security screening.
- Wallet - Cell phone (leave it behind — bringing one can lead to prosecution for introduction of contraband) - Purse
Visitation isn’t guaranteed. It’s a privilege and can be suspended or revoked if rules are broken.
You'll register at a visitation processing area, present a valid photo ID, and sign the visitor log. Expect to be searched or pass through a scanner.
Complete the facility’s visitation application or visitor information form and submit it according to the instructions. The facility will run required background checks and, if approved, add you to the visitor list.
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Looking for someone housed in the Mississippi Department of Corrections? Start with the MDOC Inmate Search tool online. If that doesn't work, call the MDOC Central Office switchboard—they can look the person up using key identifiers.
Looking for someone at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility (CMCF)? Start with MDOC's online Inmate Search. If that doesn't work, call the MDOC Central Office switchboard.
