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For Families

For Families

Visit a Prisoner

Information on how to visit a prisoner, visiting schedules, visiting applications, video visits, and more.

Call a Prisoner

Information on how to call a prisoner, setting up a calling account, blocking prisoner calls, and more.

Write a Prisoner

Information on how to send a letter or email to a prisoner, what can be sent in the mail, legal mail, and more.

Send Goods or Money

Information on how to send money, books, publications, and more to a prisoner.

Information on Prison Processes and Programming

Prisoner Intake and Movement

Prisoner Intake and Movement

Prisoner Health, Accommodations, and Requirements

Prisoner Health, Accommodations, and Requirements

Discipline and Grievance Processes

Prisoner Life and Reentry Programming

Prisoner Life and Reentry Programming

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MDOC Public Contact Information

For inquiries on specific prisoners, prisoner property, or visiting grievances, reach out to the facility where the prisoner is housed.

  • Central Office: 517-335-1426
  • Visiting and Facility Questions: Contact specific facility
  • Parole Board: 517-373-0270
  • Bureau of Health Care Services: 517-335-2263
  • Educational Programming: 517-335-1418
  • Recruitment: 517-335-1874

Additional Resources