Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Information

The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction is a 500 bed jail in the city of Pittsfield, Berkshire County, Massachusetts.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 413-443-7220, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 413-443-7220

Physical Address:
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction?

To search for an inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction, 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 413-443-7220 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an inmate's Criminal Court Case information and the Berkshire County Court Docket.

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Inmate Search

The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction maintains an average of 500 offenders in custody on any given day. The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Berkshire County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,600 offenders.

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

The information is compiled from the Berkshire County Corrections Department, the state of Massachusetts Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Berkshire County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Berkshire County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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

Berkshire County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 3/28/2024

Race Inmates % Total
White 456 92.31%
Black 15 3.04%
Hispanic or Latino 23 4.66%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 0 0.00%
Asian 0 0.00%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 494 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Department, Massachusetts Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Berkshire County Inmate Criminal Charges - 3/28/2024

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 164 33.20%
Felony (2rd Degree) 86 17.41%
Felony (1st Degree) 0 0.00%
State Jail Felony 41 8.30%
Felony (Uncategorized) 60 12.15%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 143 28.95%
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 Berkshire County Sheriff’s Department, Massachusetts Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Berkshire County Inmate Sex - 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 444 89.88%
Female 50 10.12%
Total 494 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Department, Massachusetts Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Berkshire County Inmate Age - 3/28/2024

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 3 0.61%
18-20 31 6.28%
21-24 49 9.92%
25-30 91 18.42%
31-35 91 18.42%
36-40 94 19.03%
41-45 64 12.96%
46-50 24 4.86%
51-55 20 4.05%
56-60 16 3.24%
61-65 6 1.21%
66-75 5 1.01%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 494 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Department, Massachusetts Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction has a rated capacity of 500 beds if they double bunk every cell, however they typically get by with using no more than 350 beds on any given day. The 160,000 square foot House of Correction was built in 2001 on a 25 acre parcel in Pittsfiield, Massachusetts at a cost of $39 million. It has 288 cells in eight 2-tiered housing units called pods. Monitoring the inmates is a correctional force of 185 men and women who work in three shifts, seven days a week.

The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction is located on a secluded street at 467 Cheshire Road in Pittsfield, MA 01201. The jail can be reached 24 hours a day to get information on an inmate or get any questions you may have by calling 413-443-7220. There is no official Inmate Search or Jail Roster, however you can look up an inmate in the jail by using Vinelink Inmate Locator, a nationwide service. It doesn't provide mugshots or much information, just confirms that an inmate is in custody.

The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction emphasizes education, treatment, counseling, job training and other rehabilitation over punishment. They seem to want to do everything possible to help offenders be productive when they re-enter society and have more confidence then when they came in. As drug abuse is the common denominator of most inmates, much of what goes on in the jail is treatment for their addiction. GED, Reading programs, Gardening with hydroponics, etc. are all programs that inmates can take part in.

Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction can arrange to visit inmates by video remotely or contact at the jail. Friends and family can also send them money and  set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.

All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below.  If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 413-443-7220.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction, call the jail’s booking line at 413-443-7220.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Berkshire County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Berkshire County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Berkshire County and other Massachusetts and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Inmate Bail Information

467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
413-443-7220

The Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office coodinates the bail process.

Bring the following to the jail after calling 413-443-7220 to find out the bail and confirming a time.

  • The name of the inmate to be bailed
  • A valid photo I.D.
  • The bail amount in cash or surety
  • The Clerk/Magistrate fee in cash ($40)
  • Notification of Clerk/Magistrate
  • After the Clerk Magistrate has completed processing the money and documents, normal release procedures will be followed.
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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction? What is the Schedule?

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction ON-SITE (at the jail) Contact VISITATION SCHEDULE

467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
413-443-7220

  • On-site Contact Visits are free.
  • Visits are 15 minutes.
  • Inmates are allowed one contact visit per week.
  • Inmates may have up to 2 adult and 2 minor visitors at a time.
  • All visitors must be on a pre-approved visitors list.
  • First come, first served.
  • Each inmate is allowed up to five people on that list.
  • All adult visitors must produce a valid state photo identification.
  • Visitors under age 17 must be accompanied by an adult and must produce a valid state photo I.D. or long-form birth certificate.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

HOUSING DAY TIME
POD-E SUNDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-G MONDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-D TUESDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-A WEDNESDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-B THURSDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-C FRIDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-H SATURDAY 7:00-8:00PM


Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $3.00 for a 20 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

INMATE
HOUSING
DAY TIMES
A-POD SUN
WED
FRI
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
B-POD MON
THU
SAT
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
C-POD SUN
TUE
FRI
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM
D-POD TUE
THU
SAT
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
E-POD SUN
TUE
THU
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
G-POD MON
WED
FRI
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
H-POD MON
WED
SAT
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM

 


Attorneys have access to their clients at any time. These are the instructions for attorneys.

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 413-443-7220 for questions or appointments.

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction 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 Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction 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.
Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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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 Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction?

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction ON-SITE (at the jail) Contact VISITATION SCHEDULE

467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
413-443-7220

  • On-site Contact Visits are free.
  • Visits are 15 minutes.
  • Inmates are allowed one contact visit per week.
  • Inmates may have up to 2 adult and 2 minor visitors at a time.
  • All visitors must be on a pre-approved visitors list.
  • First come, first served.
  • Each inmate is allowed up to five people on that list.
  • All adult visitors must produce a valid state photo identification.
  • Visitors under age 17 must be accompanied by an adult and must produce a valid state photo I.D. or long-form birth certificate.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

HOUSING DAY TIME
POD-E SUNDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-G MONDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-D TUESDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-A WEDNESDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-B THURSDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-C FRIDAY 7:00-8:00PM
POD-H SATURDAY 7:00-8:00PM


Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $3.00 for a 20 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

INMATE
HOUSING
DAY TIMES
A-POD SUN
WED
FRI
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
B-POD MON
THU
SAT
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
C-POD SUN
TUE
FRI
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM
D-POD TUE
THU
SAT
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
E-POD SUN
TUE
THU
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
G-POD MON
WED
FRI
5:30-7:00PM
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
H-POD MON
WED
SAT
12:30-2:30PM
9:00-10:30AM
5:30-7:00PM

 


Attorneys have access to their clients at any time. These are the instructions for attorneys.

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 413-443-7220 for questions or appointments.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the deposit for you. Cash only.

Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

  • Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to:
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 413-443-7220 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Berkshire 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 Berkshire 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.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction, and what can I send them?

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction:
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction, and what can I purchase?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the deposit for you. Cash only.

Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

  • Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to:
Inmate’s Name
Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction
467 Cheshire Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 413-443-7220 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction using an Online Messaging Service?

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction 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 Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

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

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

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

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will receive their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Berkshire County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your Berkshire County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Berkshire County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 413-443-7220 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Berkshire County

What are the other City and County Jails in Berkshire County?

Berkshire County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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US State Prison Population Demographics

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 973,343 93.26%
Female 70,362 6.74%
Total 1,043,705 100.0%

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 327,300 35.27%
Black 345,500 37.23%
Hispanic 226,800 24.44%
American Indian / Alaska Native 15,900 1.71%
Asian 12,500 1.35%
Total 928,000 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 622,200 95.46%
Female 31,700 4.86%
Total 653,900 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 178,600 29.23%
Black 234,500 38.38%
Hispanic 179,500 29.38%
American Indian / Alaska Native 9,600 1.57%
Asian 8,800 1.44%
Total 611,000 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 147,500 93.95%
Female 10,000 6.37%
Total 157,500 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,600 26.04%
Black 63,000 43.63%
Hispanic 39,100 27.08%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,300 1.59%
Asian 2,400 1.66%
Total 144,400 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 16,000 86.02%
Female 2,600 13.98%
Total 18,600 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 5,400 43.90%
Black 3,600 29.27%
Hispanic 2,900 23.58%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.63%
Asian 200 1.63%
Total 12,300 100.0%

Violent Rape & Sexual Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 159,800 98.95%
Female 2,200 1.36%
Total 162,000 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 125,800 96.18%
Female 5,400 4.13%
Total 131,200 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 18.64%
Black 66,800 56.85%
Hispanic 26,500 22.55%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,200 1.02%
Asian 1,100 0.94%
Total 117,500 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 137,000 94.74%
Female 8,100 5.60%
Total 145,100 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,500 23.28%
Black 53,300 33.09%
Hispanic 65,300 40.53%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,800 1.74%
Asian 2,200 1.37%
Total 161,100 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 36,100 91.86%
Female 3,300 8.40%
Total 39,400 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 12,200 32.45%
Black 14,200 37.77%
Hispanic 9,700 25.80%
American Indian / Alaska Native 800 2.13%
Asian 700 1.86%
Total 37,600 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 127,900 90.64%
Female 13,600 9.64%
Total 141,500 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 60,500 50.46%
Black 37,800 31.53%
Hispanic 18,100 15.10%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,100 1.75%
Asian 1,400 1.17%
Total 119,900 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 75,900 95.11%
Female 4,200 5.26%
Total 80,100 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 30,500 44.40%
Black 24,200 35.23%
Hispanic 12,300 17.90%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,100 1.60%
Asian 600 0.87%
Total 68,700 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 22,300 84.47%
Female 4,200 15.91%
Total 26,500 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 13,800 58.97%
Black 6,800 29.06%
Hispanic 2,200 9.40%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 1.28%
Asian 300 1.28%
Total 23,400 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,400 91.43%
Female 600 8.57%
Total 7,000 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,500 48.08%
Black 1,500 28.85%
Hispanic 1,000 19.23%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.92%
Asian 100 1.92%
Total 5,200 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 9,800 75.97%
Female 3,200 24.81%
Total 13,000 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,900 63.30%
Black 2,600 23.85%
Hispanic 900 8.26%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 2.75%
Asian 200 1.83%
Total 10,900 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,600 90.67%
Female 1,400 9.33%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 6,700 58.26%
Black 2,700 23.48%
Hispanic 1,700 14.78%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.74%
Asian 200 1.74%
Total 11,500 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 114,600 87.08%
Female 17,400 13.22%
Total 132,000 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 49,500 47.50%
Black 37,300 35.80%
Hispanic 14,600 14.01%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,700 1.63%
Asian 1,100 1.06%
Total 104,200 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 28,500 84.57%
Female 5,300 15.73%
Total 33,800 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 14,800 56.27%
Black 7,900 30.04%
Hispanic 3,000 11.41%
American Indian / Alaska Native 400 1.52%
Asian 200 0.76%
Total 26,300 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 86,100 88.04%
Female 12,000 12.27%
Total 98,100 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 34,700 44.54%
Black 29,400 37.74%
Hispanic 11,600 14.89%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 1.67%
Asian 900 1.16%
Total 77,900 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 102,500 93.95%
Female 6,900 6.32%
Total 109,400 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 35,900 40.84%
Black 34,500 39.25%
Hispanic 13,800 15.70%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,500 2.84%
Asian 1,200 1.37%
Total 87,900 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 37,800 97.93%
Female 900 2.33%
Total 38,700 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 7,200 22.86%
Black 16,900 53.65%
Hispanic 6,500 20.63%
American Indian / Alaska Native 500 1.59%
Asian 400 1.27%
Total 31,500 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,400 89.33%
Female 1,600 10.67%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,800 59.65%
Black 2,000 17.54%
Hispanic 1,800 15.79%
American Indian / Alaska Native 700 6.14%
Asian 100 0.88%
Total 11,400 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 51,200 92.25%
Female 4,400 7.93%
Total 55,600 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 48.45%
Black 15,700 34.73%
Hispanic 5,600 12.39%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 2.88%
Asian 700 1.55%
Total 45,200 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,100 89.71%
Female 800 11.76%
Total 6,900 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,700 52.94%
Black 1,500 29.41%
Hispanic 700 13.73%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.96%
Asian 100 1.96%
Total 5,100 100.0%
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This facility, known as "Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction" is also known as Berkshire County Jail & House of Correction, Massachusetts, Berkshire.