Lawrence City Police Jail

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Lawrence City Police Jail

Inmate information is available 24/7 from the 38-bed Lawrence City Police Jail at 978-794-5900.

Misdemeanor and felony suspects arrested in this county are brought to this facility for booking and processing. They remain here, if their charges require it, until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered to stay in custody until their trial ends.

You can view the full roster of people currently in custody with the inmate search tool.

Anyone sentenced to less than one year does that time in this county. Anyone sentenced to more goes to the Massachusetts State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page explains the following inmate services:

Be sure to record the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. You’ll need it for mail and other communication. If it’s not online, call Lawrence City Police Jail at 978-794-5900.

Phone

978-794-5900

Physical address

90 Lowell Street
Lawrence, MA 01840-1292
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Essex County Correctional Facility
P.O. Box 807
Inmate's Name, Inmate's Unit & Cell Number
Middleton, MA 01949-2807

Other Jails and Prisons

To search for an inmate in the Lawrence City Police Jail, 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 978-794-5900 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.

Lawrence City Police Jail Inmate Search

The Lawrence City Police Jail maintains an average of 38 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lawrence City Police Jail 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.

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There are conflicting results in the search for the capacity of the Lawrence City Police Jail in Massachusetts. One source states that the Lawrence Jail has a 61-bed capacity, while another source states that the Essex County Correctional Alternative Center, which is located in Lawrence, has a 290-bed capacity. It is unclear which facility is being referred to in the search query. The Lawrence City Police Jail is located at 90 Lowell Street, Lawrence, MA 01840-1292. The phone number for the jail is 978-794-5900. For more information, you can also visit the website of the Essex County Correctional Alternative Center, which is located in Lawrence. Additionally, the City of Lawrence website provides information about the police department and its services. To find the visitation hours for the Lawrence City Police Jail in Massachusetts, you can call the jail directly at 978-794-5900. Alternatively, you can check the Massachusetts Department of Correction website for information on visiting inmates in Massachusetts prisons. Another option is to call the Essex County Correctional Alternative Center at 978-750-1900 x4309 for information on visitation registration and appointment. The Essex County Sheriff's website also provides information on in-person visits, including scheduling and rules. The Lawrence City Police Jail in Massachusetts is a facility that holds inmates ranging from low-level misdemeanor offenders to those awaiting trial for violent crimes like robbery, rape, and murder. There are concerns about the mental health of inmates in jails, including those in Lawrence City Police Jail. However, it is unclear what specific issues and conditions inmates face at this facility. For more information, you can contact the Massachusetts Department of Correction or search for inmate records on websites like lewisburg-wv.com . The Lawrence City Police Jail in Massachusetts is unique because it is the second-oldest jail in the country and has a distinct octagonal design with three three-story wings facing North, East, and West. The jail houses inmates ranging from low-level misdemeanor offenders to those being held and awaiting trial for violent crimes like robbery, rape, and murder. However, it is not a pre-release or re-entry center for inmates with less serious records or those approaching the end of their sentences. The Lawrence Police Department provides information on services, firearm regulations, and lists of most wanted and sex offenders.
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How is booking conducted at Lawrence City Police Jail?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Lawrence City Police Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Lawrence City Police Jail:

  • Verifying identification information.
  • Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection.
  • Physical search for contraband or weapons.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Granting a free phone call.

For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 978-794-5900.

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

Essex County (this county)Middlesex CountySuffolk CountyRockingham County, New HampshireHillsborough County, New Hampshire
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Essex County

This facility, known as "Lawrence City Police Jail" is also known as *INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ESSEX COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES, Lawrence City Jail, Lawrence City Jail, Massachusetts, Essex.