How do I look up an inmate in North Dakota?

Use the official North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation inmate locator at https://docr.nd.gov/adult-services/resident-lookup. NmateFinder links you directly to that system — type the inmate's name on the official site to view records.

How many state prisons does North Dakota operate?

North Dakota operates 6 state-run adult prison facilities listed on this page. The full official directory is on the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation website.

Are county jail records part of the North Dakota DOC search?

No. County jails publish records independently. North Dakota has 53 counties — each county jail roster must be searched on its own sheriff or detention center website.

Can I send mail to a North Dakota state inmate?

Yes. Mail must include the inmate's full legal name and ID, plus the correct facility address. Always verify mail rules with the specific facility before sending — policies vary by security level.

North Dakota Inmate Search

Official inmate lookup tools, 6 state prisons, all 53 county jail directories, mailing rules, and verified DOC links for North Dakota.

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State Department of Corrections

North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Official inmate locator for individuals in North Dakota state custody.

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State Prisons in North Dakota

6 state-operated adult correctional facilities. Inmate searches go through the single statewide DOC locator above.

North Dakota State Penitentiary

Bismarck, ND

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James River Correctional Center

Jamestown, ND

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Dakota Women's Correctional & Rehabilitation Center

New England, ND

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Heart of America Correctional & Treatment Center

Rugby, ND

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Missouri River Correctional Center

Bismarck, ND

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Tompkins Rehabilitation & Corrections Center

Jamestown, ND

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Need full directory details (addresses, phone numbers, visitation)? View official ND DOC facility directory →

County Jails in North Dakota

All 53 North Dakota counties. County jails publish records independently. Click any county to find its sheriff's official inmate roster.

Sheriff links open a Google search for the official county roster. Each sheriff's office operates its jail independently from the state DOC system. State slug: north-dakota

Mailing Guidance

Use the inmate's full legal name and ID. Always verify mail rules with the specific facility.

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Visitation

Visitation rules vary by facility and security level. Check the official DOC site for schedules, approved visitor lists, and ID requirements.

Deposits / Money

Most states use approved third-party providers for inmate trust deposits. Always verify the official link from the DOC website.

How North Dakota's correctional system works

North Dakota maintains a state-level Department of Corrections that holds individuals sentenced to longer terms. County and city jails operate independently from the state system. Federal inmates are not housed in state facilities — search the BOP locator instead.

Last verified: April 27, 2026 · Always confirm details on the official source.

Notice: NmateFinder does not host inmate records. We route users to official sources. Always verify information directly with the relevant government agency.