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Adult Detention Facility
The DeSoto County Adult Detention Facility is a modern and well-maintained correctional facility located in Hernando, Mississippi. The facility was first built in 2012 with a capacity of 304 beds and underwent an addition in 2015, increasing its capacity to 568 beds. The facility is equipped with modern security systems and technology, including state-of-the-art surveillance equipment, secure perimeter fencing, and electronic access controls.
The DeSoto County Jail employs a total of 90 staff members, including 80 security staff responsible for maintaining order and safety within the facility and 10 medical staff who provide medical services to inmates.
The DeSoto County Jail is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA), demonstrating its commitment to providing safe, secure, and humane detention for inmates. The ACA accreditation provides assurance to the community and stakeholders that the facility operates according to the highest standards of professionalism and accountability. Overall, the DeSoto County Jail is a vital component of the criminal justice system in DeSoto County, Mississippi, providing essential services to promote public safety.
The DeSoto County Jail utilizes modern technology to enhance its security measures and provide convenient access for families to visit their loved ones. Remote visitation is available for inmates, allowing them to communicate with their families through video conferencing technology. This service not only provides a convenient way for families to stay in touch with their loved ones but also helps to reduce the risks of contraband entering the facility.
Furthermore, the DeSoto County Jail uses body scanners to improve the screening process for contraband and weapons entering the facility. These scanners are an effective tool for detecting contraband and reducing the risk of violence within the facility.
Overall, the DeSoto County Jail is a modern and innovative correctional facility that is dedicated to providing safe and secure detention for inmates while also promoting their rehabilitation and successful re-entry into society. The use of remote visitation and body scanners is just one example of how the facility is utilizing technology to improve its operations and enhance the safety and security of both inmates and staff.
Jail Information
The DeSoto County Adult Detention Facility is located at:
3425 Industrial Drive
Hernando, MS 38632
Inmates
For information concerning an inmate, search our online jail docket or call 662-469-8500. All bonding companies needing paperwork or information on inmates must visit the online jail docket to obtain that information.
- All visitation takes place in our visitation center located at 2615 Panola Street Hernando. For visiting hours as well as rules for visiting, see our handout (PDF).
- Stay in contact with an inmate via email by using Smart Jail Mail.
- You can contact the jail's chaplain, Chaplain Jackie Willcutt, at 662-469-8689.
GUARDIAN RFID® helps jails of all sizes maximize defensibility, compliance, and operational efficiency by managing, monitoring, and tracking in-custody inmates in real-time. Exclusively endorsed by National Sheriffs’ Association, GUARDIAN RFID is deployed by jails of all sizes throughout the United States.
Inmates are required to wear non-implantable devices at all times. Any incident of non-compliance will not be tolerated. Inmates will be subject to fines and disciplinary action, including prosecution.
All systems and devices using RFID technology are designed, tested, and manufactured to comply with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. RF energy levels generated are similar to those found in consumer electronics. Inmate-worn devices are hypoallergenic. RF-based inmate identification is the exclusive property of DeSoto County Sheriff's Office.
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Chad Wicker
Adult Detention Facility Director, MPA, CJM
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Adult Detention Facility (County Jail)
Physical Address
3425 Industrial Drive W
Hernando, MS 38632
Phone: 662-469-8566Fax: 662-469-8532