IL DOC - Murphysboro Life Skills Re-Entry Center

State Prison

Last Updated: February 05, 2024
Address
636 Elza Brantley Dr., Murphysboro, IL 62966
Beds
240
County
Jackson
Phone
618-565-2944

MLSREC is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at MLSREC on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 618-565-2944.

Located at 636 Elza Brantley Dr. in Murphysboro, IL, MLSREC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. MLSREC offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

The Murphysboro Life Skills Re-Entry Center, operational since April 16, 2018, focuses on preparing individuals for successful reintegration into society within a secure minimum-security environment. With an operational capacity of 240, the center currently houses 179 adult males as of June 30, 2023. Operational capacity encompasses various bed types, reflecting a census conducted in August 2022. The center's primary objective is to instill valuable life skills in individuals in custody, offering educational, vocational, and clinical programs. Academic initiatives include Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE), while vocational training covers welding, manufacturing, restaurant management, and custodial maintenance. Clinical and mental health services range from trauma and anger management to therapeutic enrichment programs like art as coping and creative writing. The center also provides spiritual support through chaplaincy services, fostering a holistic approach to rehabilitation and re-entry.

Inmate Locator

MLSREC maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

IL DOC - Murphysboro Life Skills Re-Entry Center - Visitation

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Video Visitation

Video visitation hours are Sunday through Saturday 8:00a to 9:00p. Visitors should log on 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Video Visitation Guidelines

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