Dorchester County Dept of Corrections

Dorchester County Dept of Corrections Inmate Services Information

Phone: 410-228-8101

Physical Address:
829 Fieldcrest Rd
Cambridge, MD 21613

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Dorchester County Dept of Corrections
829 Fieldcrest Rd
Cambridge, MD 21613

How Do You Find Someone in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections?

To search for an inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 410-228-8101 for the information you are looking for.

Dorchester County Dept of Corrections Inmate Search

Dorchester County maintains an average of 225 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jail has a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Dorchester County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,500 offenders.

The following charts of Dorchester County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 6/10/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from Dorchester County, the state of Maryland, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.

For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Dorchester County and Maryland state prisons, click the button below.
Dorchester County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Dorchester County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/10/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 111 62.36%
Black 59 33.15%
Hispanic or Latino 7 3.93%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 1 0.56%
Asian 0 0.00%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 178 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Dorchester County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/10/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 43 24.16%
Felony (2rd Degree) 47 26.40%
Felony (1st Degree) 6 3.37%
State Jail Felony 17 9.55%
Felony (Uncategorized) 42 23.60%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 23 12.92%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Dorchester County Inmate Sex - 6/10/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 158 88.76%
Female 20 11.24%
Total 178 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Dorchester County Inmate Age - 6/10/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 3 1.69%
18-20 11 6.18%
21-24 17 9.55%
25-30 28 15.73%
31-35 27 15.17%
36-40 35 19.66%
41-45 23 12.92%
46-50 14 7.87%
51-55 8 4.49%
56-60 7 3.93%
61-65 2 1.12%
66-75 2 1.12%
76-85 1 0.56%
Total 178 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections
The Dorchester County Department of Corrections in Maryland has a capacity of 60 beds. It is a maximum-security facility located at 829 Fieldcrest Road, Cambridge, MD, 21613. However, another source states that the facility has a capacity of 188 beds. It is possible that the capacity has changed over time or that there are multiple facilities in Dorchester County. The address and contact number for the Dorchester County Department of Corrections in Maryland are as follows:. Address: 829 Fieldcrest Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613. Phone number: (410) 228-8101. You can contact the Sheriff's Office at (410) 228-4141 for more information. The Dorchester County Department of Corrections in Maryland allows in-person visitation to maintain and improve relationships between inmates and their families, friends, and loved ones. Visits must be scheduled in advance and are conducted on Tuesday through Sunday between 8:15am to 4pm. All visits are non-contact. The Dorchester County Department of Corrections in Maryland is responsible for the safekeeping, care, and custody of all inmates in the County Detention Center. The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is responsible for the state's prisons, including the Dorchester County Detention Center. Inmates who are quarantined or in medical isolation may not participate in in-person visits. There are also legal cases involving the Dorchester County Jail. There is no information available in the provided search results that indicates what makes the Dorchester County Department of Corrections in Maryland unique. The search results only provide basic information about the department, such as its address, phone number, and director, as well as general information about the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. There is also information about how to search for inmates and visitation rules, as well as information about the inmate phone system.
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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections? What is the Schedule?

In addition to normal at-the-jail visits, Dorchester County Dept of Corrections uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 

Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to 15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Dorchester County Dept of Corrections inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Dorchester County Dept of Corrections Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections?

Dorchester County Dept of Corrections uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Dorchester County Dept of Corrections inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Dorchester County Dept of Corrections Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Dorchester County Dept of Corrections, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email[email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Dorchester County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Dorchester County Dept of Corrections follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Maryland, then select Dorchester County Dept of Corrections, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Dorchester County Dept of Corrections.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Dorchester County Dept of Corrections

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Dorchester County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Dorchester County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections, and what can I purchase?

Dorchester County Dept of Corrections contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Maryland.
3. Select Dorchester County Dept of Corrections.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at [email protected].
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Dorchester County Dept of Corrections staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.


*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Dorchester County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Dorchester County Dept of Corrections follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Maryland, then select Dorchester County Dept of Corrections, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Dorchester County Dept of Corrections.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dorchester County Dept of Corrections using an Online Messaging Service?

Dorchester County Dept of Corrections uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.




Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

  • Send a text Message - 1 stamp
  • Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
  • Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
  • Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
  • Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
  • Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

  • Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
  • Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
  • When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account


Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Dorchester County Dept of Corrections

To send a text or email message to a Dorchester County inmate, do the following:

Dorchester County Dept of Corrections uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Dorchester County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Dorchester County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Dorchester County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Dorchester County Dept of Corrections, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Dorchester County?

Dorchester Sussex Wicomico Talbot Caroline Somerset
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Most Wanted Fugitives

Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Dorchester County, the state of Maryland and the United States?

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Dorchester County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/10/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 111 62.36%
Black 59 33.15%
Hispanic or Latino 7 3.93%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 1 0.56%
Asian 0 0.00%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 178 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Dorchester County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/10/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 43 24.16%
Felony (2rd Degree) 47 26.40%
Felony (1st Degree) 6 3.37%
State Jail Felony 17 9.55%
Felony (Uncategorized) 42 23.60%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 23 12.92%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Dorchester County Inmate Sex - 6/10/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 158 88.76%
Female 20 11.24%
Total 178 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Dorchester County Inmate Age - 6/10/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 3 1.69%
18-20 11 6.18%
21-24 17 9.55%
25-30 28 15.73%
31-35 27 15.17%
36-40 35 19.66%
41-45 23 12.92%
46-50 14 7.87%
51-55 8 4.49%
56-60 7 3.93%
61-65 2 1.12%
66-75 2 1.12%
76-85 1 0.56%
Total 178 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Department, Maryland Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

This facility, known as "Dorchester County Dept of Corrections" is also known as Dorchester County Jail Department of Corrections , Dorchester County Jail Department of Corrections , Maryland, Dorchester.