General guidance for Mail and Photos
Mail and Photos at MCF-Stillwater, MN: start with our general mail and photos guide, then confirm details with the facility at (651) 779-2700.
MCF-Stillwater, MN
Physical Address
970 Pickett Ave NBayport, MN, 55003 Find inmate search, visitation, mail, phone, and commissary information for MCF-Stillwater in Bayport, MN. Use this guide to confirm facility details and next steps.
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Visitation
How to Visit MCF-Stillwater, MN (MN)
Visiting at MCF-Stillwater takes a little planning, but it's manageable once you know the rules. Start with the basics below, then confirm details with the facility before you go.
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Sending Commissary
How to Send Money to MCF-Stillwater, MN (MN)
Need to put money on someone's account at MCF-Stillwater? Minnesota DOC directs families to use JPay. The single most important thing you can do to avoid delays: enter the person's identifying information exactly right.
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Phone & Messaging
Setting Up a Video Visit from Home: Complete JPay Walkthrough (for MCF‑Stillwater families)
Setting up a JPay video visit is straightforward once two things are in place: MCF‑Stillwater offers video visitation for your loved one, and you're already approved to visit. After that, it's a simple process inside JPay—schedule, pay (or use a credit), then join at your visit time.
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Visitation
- All visits at MCF‑Stillwater are by approved appointment only and visitors must contact the facility to schedule.
- Physical contact during visits is limited to a hug and a handshake at arrival and departure.
- Conservative clothing is required for visitors of all ages and staff may refuse admission for dress-code violations.
Communication
- Only incarcerated people can make outgoing phone calls; family members cannot call into MCF‑Stillwater to be connected to someone inside.
- Phone and video conversations, and electronic messages, are monitored or recorded for security and may be screened or withheld.
- JPay video visits must be scheduled through JPay and are sold in 30‑minute blocks requiring a JPay account and a Visa or MasterCard on file.
Sending Commissary
- MCF‑Stillwater directs families to use JPay to send money.
- Always include the incarcerated person’s full name, OID/booking number, and the facility when depositing funds.
- Deposited funds are placed in the individual’s commissary/account to buy commissary items and pay debts.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
All visits at MCF-Stillwater are by approved appointment only. You must contact the facility to schedule, and you need to be on the approved visitor list. Getting approved typically requires a completed application, ID and photos, and a background check, and the process can take several weeks. Dress conservatively every time you visit. Staff can refuse admission for dress-code violations. Under Safe Visiting rules, physical contact is limited to a hug and a handshake at arrival and departure. Minnesota DOC policy also prohibits waiting in institution parking lots and forbids leaving minors or animals in vehicles. Follow contraband rules closely: cell phones, cameras, watches, wearable technology, and controlled substances are all prohibited.
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You cannot call into MCF-Stillwater. Incarcerated people must place outgoing calls to family and friends, so be ready to accept calls when they come. Phone calls, video visits, and electronic messages are all monitored or recorded and may be screened for security. Video visits run through JPay. Log in, select the inmate, go to Video Visitation, and choose Schedule New Visit. Sessions are sold in 30-minute blocks and require a Visa or MasterCard on file. When you join, JPay will request access to your camera and microphone. Keep in mind that you're charged for the full 30 minutes even if the call ends early. JPay messages use paid stamps at $0.40 per stamp, and each photo attachment costs one extra stamp.
Read full guideSending Commissary
The Minnesota Department of Corrections directs families to use JPay to send money to someone at MCF-Stillwater. When making a deposit, include the incarcerated person's full name, their OID, and the facility so the funds post correctly. Deposit options can vary by location. Some facilities use approved online vendors, kiosks (including in lobbies or video-visiting areas), or mail, so follow the DOC's JPay instructions for this site. Money you send goes into the individual's account for commissary purchases like snacks, hygiene items, stamps, and phone or tablet credit. If you also need a way to reach someone electronically, the DOC lists TextBehind for messages, letters, and photos.
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How do I schedule a visit to MCF‑Stillwater?
All visits are by approved appointment only. Contact MCF-Stillwater to schedule, and make sure you're on the approved visitor list. Approval typically requires an application, ID and photos, and a background check. The process can take several weeks, so apply well before the date you want.
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What should I wear when visiting MCF‑Stillwater?
Wear conservative clothing. This applies to visitors of all ages, and staff can refuse admission if your outfit violates the dress code.
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What items are banned during visits to MCF‑Stillwater?
Introducing contraband is a punishable offense. The DOC’s non-exhaustive list includes controlled substances, cell phones, cameras, watches, and wearable technology.
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Can I call an incarcerated person at MCF‑Stillwater?
No. MCF-Stillwater only allows incarcerated people to place outgoing calls, so you cannot call into the facility to be connected to someone inside.
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How do I schedule a video visit with someone at MCF‑Stillwater?
Schedule video visits through JPay. Log in, select the inmate, choose Video Visitation, then Schedule New Visit. You'll need to purchase a 30-minute session with a Visa or MasterCard on file.
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What does it cost to send messages or photos through JPay at MCF‑Stillwater?
JPay electronic messages require purchased stamps at $0.40 per stamp. Each photo attachment costs one additional stamp.
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