Bonne Terre, MO Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center View
Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center is a state correctional facility in Bonne Terre, Missouri, operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections. It primarily houses adult male state offenders, including people received for intake, assessment, classification, and assignment within the state prison system, as well as sentenced inmates serving Missouri Department of Corrections custody. It is not a county jail and generally does not serve as the main holding facility for local pretrial detainees. Its role in the justice system is to process and house state-sentenced offenders and provide diagnostic and classification services before placement in an appropriate correctional setting.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center
To find someone held here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or offender search. Inmate search records typically list basic details such as the person’s name, identifying number, admission or booking date, current location, offense or charges, sentence information, and custody status. New records may not appear immediately after arrival because intake, verification, and data entry can take several hours or longer. If the person was recently arrested in Saint Francois County and has not been sentenced to state custody, check the local county jail or court records first, because this facility mainly handles Missouri Department of Corrections offenders.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
Visitation is usually by approved visitor list and scheduled according to facility rules. Contact the facility or check the Missouri Department of Corrections visitation information before traveling, because hours and approval requirements can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and follow the dress code and security rules. Do not bring prohibited items inside; lockers or vehicle storage may be required for personal belongings.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone provider. Video visits, if available, must usually be scheduled in advance and may require an account with the approved service.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number on all mail, along with the correct facility mailing address. Mail is inspected for security, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit funds through the approved payment service, but limits and fees may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center?
This is a state correctional facility, so most people held here are already in Missouri Department of Corrections custody and are not eligible for local bail. If the person has a pending case or bond issue, contact the court or the county jail where the case began for instructions.
What happens during the intake process at Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review records, complete screening, assign housing, and enter information into the corrections system. Search records may take several hours or longer to appear, especially after transfers or new admissions.