Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry

To search for an inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, 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 978-750-1900 x4309 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an inmate's Criminal Court Case information and the Essex County Court Docket.

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Inmate Search

The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry maintains an average of 290 offenders in custody on any given day. The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 Essex County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 29,220 offenders.

The following charts of Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex 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.

How to post bail for someone arrested in Essex County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry in Lawrence, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 978-750-1900 x4309 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

• Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 978-750-1900 x4309 if needed.
• You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Essex County.
• Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.

For further information on posting bail in Essex County, Massachusetts, visit the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Bail Information Page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry? What is the Schedule?

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

165 Marston Street
Lawrence, MA 01841
978-750-1900 x4309

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits are free.
• Visits are 20 minutes.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 978-750-1900 x4309 for questions or appointments.

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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.

SRemote video visitation is available every day.

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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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.
Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry?

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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.
Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry?

There are five choices for putting money on an inmate's books that can be used for communication services:

1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722

2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby.  The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.

3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.

4. Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.

5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry?

Phone calls with Securus are free in Essex County.

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Essex 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, 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 Essex 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, and what can I send them?

Postcards
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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.

Envelopes
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center/Essex County
PO Box 995
Lebanon, MO 65536

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
Essex County Prerelease & Reentry
165 Marston St.
Lawrence, MA 01841

Postcards
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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.

Envelopes
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center/Essex County
PO Box 995
Lebanon, MO 65536

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.

All mail, newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
Essex County Prerelease & Reentry
165 Marston St.
Lawrence, MA 01841

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, and what can I purchase?

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry allows pre-determined commissary packs to be purchased by friends and family of inmates.  

The service they use is called icaregifts.

Instructions

1.    Register here.
2.    Click the "Find an Inmate" button and enter your loved one’s first name, last name, or inmate number. When the information is entered correctly, click the “Search” button to confirm they are in the system.
3.    Select the icare gift you want to send them.
4.    Confirm the order in your confirmation email.
5.    Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry has up to 30 days to give your icaregift pack to your inmate.
6.    You will receive a confirmation email when it is delivered.

There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 

They range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper…

… to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items…

… with many gift packs priced in between.

Resources
Frequently Asked Questions (you must have an inmate chosen in order to review these FAQs for Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry

Contact Info:
888-439-5020 - 8AM–9PM ET, 7 days a week.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Essex County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry follow these steps:

• Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Essex County.
• 
• Choose Massachusetts, then Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, and then the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Essex County at any one time.
• There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 
• The gift packs for inmates in Essex County range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper, to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Essex County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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:

• Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry.

Questions:

• By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• By email - tablets@securustech.net

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Essex 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 Essex County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

If you have any questions:

• Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• Email - tablets@securustech.net

For all Essex 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.

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