How do I look up an inmate in South Dakota?

Use the official South Dakota Department of Corrections inmate locator at https://doc.sd.gov/adult/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 South Dakota operate?

South Dakota operates 5 state-run adult prison facilities listed on this page. The full official directory is on the South Dakota Department of Corrections website.

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

No. County jails are managed by sheriff offices. South Dakota has 66 counties — each county jail roster must be searched on its own sheriff or detention center website.

Can I send mail to a South 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.

South Dakota Inmate Search

Official inmate lookup tools, 5 state prisons, all 66 county jail directories, mailing rules, and verified DOC links for South Dakota.

State DOC State Prisons (5)County Jails (66)

State Department of Corrections

South Dakota Department of Corrections

Official inmate locator for individuals in South Dakota state custody.

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State Prisons in South Dakota

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

South Dakota State Penitentiary

Sioux Falls, SD

MaximumMen

Mike Durfee State Prison

Springfield, SD

MixedMen

South Dakota Women's Prison

Pierre, SD

MixedWomen

Rapid City Minimum Center

Rapid City, SD

MinimumCo-ed

Yankton Minimum Unit

Yankton, SD

MinimumCo-ed

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

County Jails in South Dakota

All 66 South Dakota counties. County jails are managed by sheriff offices. 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: south-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 South Dakota's correctional system works

South 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.