Located in Bay St. Louis, Hancock County, Mississippi, the Hancock County Adult Detention Center is a 313-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 228-466-6917.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Mississippi State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Hancock County Adult Detention Center at 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
Phone: 228-466-6917
Physical Address:
8450 Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center, 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 228-466-6917 for the information you are looking for.
Hancock County Adult Detention Center 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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center, 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 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
The Hancock County Adult Detention Center maintains an average of 313 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hancock County Adult Detention Center 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 Hancock County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,260 offenders.
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The Hancock County Adult Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Hancock 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, light grey brick Law Enforcement Complex is located on the frontage road of US-90 in Bay St. Louis, 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 228-466-6917, 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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center 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.
Visiting days and times on-site are on Tuesdays. and every day remotely from 9:00AM to 10:00PM.
Visits occur 8am-2pm and each housing section will have an assigned day and length of time from 30 minutes to 2 hours with inmate workers having an hour visit each Saturday, Segregation the first Wednesday of the month for 30 minutes, and others getting 30 minute or 2 hours visits on their scheduled days.
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. Commissary purchases are available, and friends or family can add money to this account in the lobby or online.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
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#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Hancock County Adult Detention Center 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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Hancock County Adult Detention Center at 228-466-6917.
After being arrested and booked into Hancock County Adult Detention Center in Bay St. Louis, 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 228-466-6917 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Hancock County, Mississippi, visit the Hancock County Adult Detention Center Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
8450 Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
228-466-6917
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| MONDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| TUESDAY | 11:00 AM - 2:55 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
| THURSDAY | 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| FRIDAY | 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| SATURDAY | 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:55 PM 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Attorney Only) |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Hancock County Adult Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Hancock County Adult Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center?
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Hancock County Adult Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Hancock County Adult Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center?
There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment.
Hancock County Adult Detention Center has a Tiger Kiosk in the Lobby that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
If you can't get your questions answered online call the Hancock County Adult Detention Center at 228-466-6917.
Choice 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Hancock County Adult Detention Center and others often use a private company to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Go to the online site for depositing funds. You will need to register an account, which is free to do and use a debit/credit card for the deposits.
Choice 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Call Hancock County Adult Detention Center at 228-466-6917 to confirm the address to send the money order to and how they want it made out.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 228-466-6917 to ask facility personnel who to make the money order out to, and where to send it.
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Hancock County follow these instructions:
For more detailed information on Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money, Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Hancock County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Hancock County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Hancock County Adult Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Hancock County Adult Detention Center 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#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
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
The Hancock County Adult Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
For inmates receiving mail in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center 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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#, Cell Block and #
Hancock County Sheriff's Office
Hancock County Public Safety Complex
8450 U.S. Highway 90
Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
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 Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
If you want to purchase Commissary for your inmate online click on the image below and follow the instructions.
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Hancock County follow these instructions:
For more detailed information on Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money, Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Hancock County inmate, do the following:
Hancock County Adult Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Hancock County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Hancock County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Hancock County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Hancock County Adult Detention Center, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Hancock County Adult Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Hancock County follow these instructions:
If you have any questions:
For all Hancock County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hancock County Adult Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 228-466-6917 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Hancock County?
This facility, known as "Hancock County Adult Detention Center" is also known as Hancock County Corrections Division, Hancock County Sheriff, Hancock County Public Safety Complex, HCADC, Hancock County Jail, Hancock County Jail, Mississippi, Hancock.
