Jones County Adult Detention Center, MS

Physical Address
5178 US-11Ellisville, MS, 39437

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At a Glance

Visitation

  • For visitation schedules and questions call the ADF and JDF phone numbers provided by the facility.
  • Visitation is a privilege and can be suspended or revoked for rule violations.
  • Visitors typically must present a valid government photo ID and be on the inmate’s approved visitor list.

Mail & Letters

  • All incoming mail is screened for contraband and security risks; staff may censor or return items that break rules.
  • Include the inmate’s full name and their ID or housing information plus your full return address on every item you send.
  • Handwritten letters should use blue or black ink; avoid markers, colored paper, stickers, glitter, or decorative inserts.

Sending Money

  • Jones County Adult Detention Center directs people to the AccessCorrections website to add funds to inmates' canteen accounts.
  • AccessCorrections offers online options to send money, post bail, and make parole/probation or court-ordered payments for inmates.
  • When making a deposit, enter the inmate’s name, ID number, and facility so the payment routes correctly.

Inmate Lookup

  • Roster entries include booking number, age, booking date/time, charges, bond amount and a 'View Profile' link.
  • The inmate roster is provided as a convenience and is not an official record; accuracy is not guaranteed.
  • An inmate photo may be withheld if booked on a writ for involuntary commitment pending psychiatric evaluation; photos may also initially appear if the arrestee was violent or uncooperative.

Contact Info

  • The detention facility address is 5178 U.S. Hwy. 11, Ellisville, with ADF phone 601-649-7502 and JDF phone 601-649-7500.
  • For visitation schedules and facility questions the ADF and JDF publish phone numbers to call.
  • The Jones County Sheriff’s Department main office is at 419 Yates Avenue in Laurel next to the courthouse.

Facility Info

  • The Jones County Adult Detention Facility and Juvenile Detention Facility are located on Highway 11 in Ellisville.
  • The ADF street address is 5178 U.S. Hwy. 11 in Ellisville and the ADF phone number is 601-649-7502.
  • Victim advocates at the facility provide services including emotional support, crisis intervention, court advocacy, transport, shelter referrals, and counseling referrals.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

For the most accurate visiting hours at Jones County Adult Detention Center, call the ADF and JDF phone numbers before you travel to confirm the schedule and any current restrictions. Policies can change, and enforcement varies—a quick call can save you a wasted trip. Arranging a visit often starts with completing a visitor application or information form that the inmate provides, then returning it as instructed. When you arrive, bring a valid government-issued photo ID, register in the visitation processing area, and sign the visitor log. You may also be searched or required to pass through a scanner. Ask whether this facility allows in-person kiosk visits, at-home video visits, or both.

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Mail & Letters

Jones County Adult Detention Center's specific mail rules weren't available in the sources reviewed, so follow these common jail-mail practices to reduce delays. All incoming mail gets screened for contraband and security risks. Staff may censor, return, or hold items that break rules. On every envelope, write the inmate's full name plus their ID or housing information, and include your full return address. Keep letters plain: blue or black ink is safest. Avoid markers, colored paper, stickers, glitter, or decorative inserts. Photo and publication policies vary widely—many jails require photos to show fully clothed subjects, and books or magazines often must come directly from the publisher or an approved vendor. Confirm Jones County's exact limits before sending anything.

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Sending Money

To add funds for an inmate at Jones County Adult Detention Center, the facility directs you to the AccessCorrections website for online canteen deposits. AccessCorrections also handles bail payments, parole/probation payments, and court-ordered payments. When making a payment, have the inmate's full name and ID number ready, and double-check that you've selected the correct facility so the deposit routes to the right account. Timing varies by payment method: online deposits often post immediately, while mailed deposits or retail/walk-in payments may take longer.

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Inmate Lookup

Jones County Adult Detention Center (ADC) posts a public inmate roster showing each listing's booking number, age, booking date/time, charges, bond amount, and a

Common Questions

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How do I find the visitation schedule for Jones County Adult Detention Center?

Call the ADF and JDF phone numbers the facility provides to get the current visitation schedule and answers to any timing or schedule questions.

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What ID and paperwork do I need to visit an inmate at Jones County Adult Detention Center?

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and make sure you’re on the inmate’s approved visitor list. On arrival, you’ll typically register and sign the visitor log.

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Can my visitation be suspended or revoked at Jones County Adult Detention Center?

Yes. Visitation is a privilege, and the facility can suspend or revoke visits for rule violations.

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What address format should I use to send mail to an inmate at Jones County Adult Detention Center?

Use the inmate’s full name plus their ID number or housing location, and include your full return name and mailing address on the envelope. Add proper postage and follow the facility’s exact address format if one is published.

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Will staff open or read letters sent to inmates at Jones County Adult Detention Center?

Mail is typically screened for contraband and security risks, and it may be opened, photocopied, or withheld if it violates rules. Items that break policy can be censored or returned.

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Can I send photos or books to an inmate at Jones County Adult Detention Center?

Maybe, but rules vary by facility. Many jails allow a limited number of non-explicit photos showing fully clothed subjects, and books/magazines often must be paperback and shipped directly from the publisher or an approved vendor—confirm Jones County’s policy before you send or order.

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Jones County Adult Detention Center is in Ellisville, Mississippi. The county's Adult Detention Facility (ADF) and Juvenile Detention Facility (JDF) are both located on Highway 11.

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