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MDSP is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed
All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for State - medium facility.
The phone carrier is Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
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
Located at 1412 Wood St in Springfield, SD, MDSP carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. MDSP 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 MDSP, situated on the former campus of the University of South Dakota at Springfield, has a rich history dating back to its establishment in December 1984. Initially, it accommodated both male and female offenders following the closure of the USD/S and the subsequent authorization by the 1984 Legislature. Female inmates from the Women's Correctional Facility in Yankton were the first to be relocated to this new facility, with male inmates following suit in January 1985.
For several years, Durfee State Prison operated as a co-ed institution, with male and female offenders housed on the same campus. However, this changed with the inauguration of the Herm Solem Public Safety Center in Pierre in November 1997. Subsequently, all female inmates were transferred to the South Dakota Women's Prison within the Solem Public Safety Center, marking the Durfee State Prison's transition into an all-male facility.
In a significant tribute to his service and contributions, the prison was renamed the Mike Durfee State Prison on September 10, 1999, in honor of Mike Durfee, the Deputy Director of the South Dakota Department of Corrections at the time.
As a Level III facility, the MDSP predominantly houses inmates classified as medium custody. The institution is notable for its array of inmate work programs, many of which are based directly at the prison itself. These vocational industries not only serve as a means of rehabilitation but also contribute to the operation and maintenance of the facility.
The vocational programs offered at MDSP encompass various fields, providing inmates with valuable skills and training to support their reintegration into society upon release. These programs play a crucial role in equipping inmates with employable skills, enhancing their prospects for successful reentry into the workforce and reducing the likelihood of recidivism.
Overall, the Mike Durfee State Prison stands as a cornerstone of the South Dakota correctional system, dedicated to fostering inmate rehabilitation, promoting public safety, and honoring the legacy of Mike Durfee through its continued commitment to excellence in correctional practices.
MDSP 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.
Video visitation is now available, but must be scheduled in advance. Video visitation registration and scheduling
Notice: If you are experiencing microphone issues with your video visit, your current browser will no longer work for video visits. Please stop using Chrome/Edge/Internet Explorer and follow the instructions below:
1. Download and install Firefox: https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/download/thanks/
2. Download and install Adobe Flash: https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/
3. Open Firefox, go to the visitation website for your facility and proceed with your visit as normal
For further assistance, please contact Customer Service at: 855-208-7349
Scheduling a Visit - Please be advised that visits may be delayed, suspended or cancelled because of security issues and some visitation schedules may be changed due to special activities. If you are traveling from out of town, you can call the facility control room to verify the visit schedules.
Mike Durfee State Prison also supervises the Minimum Centers in Yankton and in Rapid City.
