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Guide to North East Jail, Maryland

Overview of North East Jail

The North East Jail in Maryland is a medium-security detention center located in Cecil County. It serves as a holding facility for individuals awaiting trial or those sentenced for minor crimes. The jail aims to provide a safe and secure environment for both inmates and staff.

Contact Information

Address: 1010 Big Elk Ave, Elkton, MD 21921, USA

Phone Number: (410) 996-5559

Website: Cecil County Government / Sheriff’s Office Detention Center

Email: info@ccgov.org

Locating an Inmate

To locate an inmate housed at North East Jail, you can visit the Cecil County Sheriff’s Office website and access their inmate search tool, which requires the inmate’s full name or booking number.

Visitation Information

  1. Visiting Hours: Visits must be scheduled in advance. Weekday and weekend visiting times vary; always check with the facility's administration.
  2. Visitation Rules: All visitors must present valid photo ID, adhere to dress code, and may be subject to a security check.
  3. How to Schedule a Visit: Families can schedule visits through the North East Jail's online portal or by contacting the visitation office at the jail.

Sending Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates via postal money orders or through the online payment system. The ConnectNetwork allows deposits to inmates’ accounts securely.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation

Inmates at North East Jail can make outgoing phone calls using a prepaid account or phone card purchased through the jail's commissary. Video visitation can be set up through Telmate GettingOut, enabling remote visits from your computer or smartphone.

Inmate Services and Programs

The facility offers educational programs, vocational training, counseling, and religious services to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates.

Security and Management

The jail is managed by the Cecil County Sheriff's Office, ensuring stringent security measures and adherence to correctional standards to maintain safety and order within the facility.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at North East Jail have the right to receive visits and legal counsel. The facility’s administration provides necessary accommodations to ensure these rights are respected according to federal and state laws.

Booking and Release Process

Booking involves recording the inmate's personal information, fingerprints, and photographs. The release process may vary by the court’s decision, completion of sentence, or bail/post bond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I visit an inmate in North East Jail?

To visit an inmate, you must schedule the visit in advance through the North East Jail’s scheduling system either online or by contacting the visitation office.

Q: What items can I bring to an inmate at North East Jail?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring any items for inmates. All provisions must be purchased from the commissary.

Notable Incidents

As an additional information source, you may stay up-to-date by reviewing local news or contacting the facility directly to learn about any recent incidents.

This guide is intended for informational purposes only. For any updates or specific inquiries, please contact North East Jail directly.

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How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the North East Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

General Stats for Maryland

Maryland Total Number of Inmates

23,679

Maryland Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

56,551

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

245

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

9,490

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,809

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

96.59

14,575

Female

3.41

514

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

40.61

201

Detained

58.79

291

Diverted

0.61

3