Bismarck, ND Missouri River Correctional Center View
Missouri River Correctional Center is a minimum-security adult correctional facility in Bismarck, Burleigh County, operated by the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. It primarily houses sentenced male inmates in state custody, including people assigned to lower-security housing, work programs, treatment, or transition services. It is not a county jail and generally does not serve as the main holding site for newly arrested pretrial detainees; those cases are usually processed through local law enforcement and county detention facilities. The facility supports the state prison system by providing custody, supervision, programming, and reentry preparation for eligible inmates.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Missouri River Correctional Center
Members of the public can use the official inmate search link available on this page to look for a person in custody. Inmate rosters or state inmate locators typically list basic details such as the person’s name, booking or admission date, charges or offense information, facility location, and custody status. Records may not appear immediately after an arrest, transfer, or admission because intake and data entry can take several hours. If the person was recently arrested in Burleigh County and is not listed here, check the appropriate local detention facility or court records, as newly arrested pretrial detainees are usually processed through county systems before any state placement.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Missouri River Correctional Center?
Visits are usually scheduled under facility rules and may require the visitor to be approved in advance. Check the facility’s current visiting schedule, sign-up process, and rules before traveling.
What do I need to bring when visiting Missouri River Correctional Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Visitors should follow the dress code and avoid bringing restricted items, as entry can be denied for rule violations.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone system. Video visits, if offered, must usually be scheduled through the approved service provider.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number if available, and follow the facility’s mailing instructions. Mail is typically inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows eligible inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through an approved deposit service, subject to limits and fees.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Missouri River Correctional Center?
Bail is set by a court, not by the facility. Because this is generally a state correctional facility for sentenced inmates, bond issues are usually handled through the court or the county jail connected to the pending case.
What happens during the intake process at Missouri River Correctional Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assign housing, and complete medical and security screening. Records may take several hours or longer to appear online after admission or transfer, so check again later if the person is not listed right away.