Springfield, SD Mike Durfee State Prison View
Mike Durfee State Prison is a South Dakota state correctional facility in Springfield, Bon Homme County. It is operated by the South Dakota Department of Corrections and primarily houses adult male inmates who have been sentenced to state prison. It is not a county jail and generally does not serve as the main holding facility for local pretrial detainees. The facility’s role is to provide secure custody, supervision, work programs, education, treatment, and reentry services for people committed to state custody by South Dakota courts. Local arrests and short-term holds in Bon Homme County are typically handled through county law enforcement and county jail arrangements, while sentenced state inmates may be assigned here by the Department of Corrections.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Mike Durfee State Prison
To find someone at the facility, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or the South Dakota Department of Corrections offender search. Inmate rosters or search results typically list the person’s name, identification number, location, booking or admission date, offense or charges, sentence information, and custody status. Records are not always searchable immediately after an arrest, transfer, or admission. Processing, identification, and system updates can take several hours, and new records may not appear right away. If the person was just arrested in Bon Homme County, also check with the arresting agency or local jail, because pretrial detainees are usually held outside the state prison system.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Mike Durfee State Prison?
Visitors usually must be approved before visiting the facility. Check the official visiting rules, schedule, and application process before making travel plans, because visits may require advance approval or scheduling.
What do I need to bring when visiting Mike Durfee State Prison?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, military ID, or passport. Follow the dress code and property rules, because personal items are usually limited and may need to be left in a vehicle or locker.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming calls, but they may place approved outgoing calls through the facility’s phone provider. Video visits, if available, must normally be scheduled through the approved service and may have fees and time limits.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number when addressing mail to the facility. Mail is inspected for safety and rule violations, so do not send prohibited items, cash, or anything not allowed by the mail policy.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit money through the approved payment system, but limits, fees, and posting times can vary.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Mike Durfee State Prison?
Bail generally applies to people held before trial, while this facility mainly houses sentenced state inmates. If the person was recently arrested or has a pending case, contact the court or the local jail handling the case for bond amount and payment instructions.
What happens during the intake process at Mike Durfee State Prison and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, assess medical and security needs, and assign housing or classification. Search records may take several hours or longer to update, so the inmate may not appear in the system immediately after admission or transfer.