The Frederick County Detention Center is a 256 bed jail in the city of Frederick, Frederick County, Maryland. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 301-600-2550.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Maryland State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 301-600-2550, 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.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Frederick County Detention Center at 301-600-2550 to get it.
Phone: 301-600-2550
Physical Address:
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
Facility #5294
PO Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center, 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 301-600-2550 for the information you are looking for. You can also review Criminal Court Cases online for further information about an offender's case.
Frederick County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Frederick County Detention Center maintains an average of 256 offenders in custody on any given day. The Frederick County Detention Center 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 Frederick County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 19,740 offenders.
The following charts of Frederick 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 Frederick County Corrections Department, the state of Maryland Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Frederick 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 Frederick 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Frederick County Detention Center in Maryland has a capacity of 256 inmates. The address for the Frederick County Detention Center in Maryland is 7300 Marcie's Choice Lane, Frederick, MD 21704. The contact number for the center is 301-600-2550. The Frederick County Detention Center in Maryland allows onsite visitations that must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. Visitors can schedule visits either online or at the kiosk in the lobby. Male inmate visits are scheduled for Sundays from 9:00 AM, while visits to female inmates are on Saturdays from 9:00 AM. The detention center's visitation schedule and announcement can be found in the Visitation section below this one. For questions regarding jail visitation, visitors can call 301-600-2550.
The Frederick County Adult Detention Center in Maryland has been audited and found to be in exceptional condition with minimal housekeeping and maintenance issues. The facility offers alternatives to incarceration and is run by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office. Inmates familiar with the detention center have filed lawsuits against Frederick County. The Frederick County Detention Center in Maryland has different visiting hours and days for males, females, and juveniles. It hosts inmates from all of Frederick County under the governorship of the Frederick County Sheriff. The Corrections Bureau consists of four divisions of operations. The work crew is made up of work release authorized inmates and defendants that are court ordered and managed by the Alternative Sentencing Program. Recently, the detention center's indoor gym floor was replaced.
For the answers to all of your questions about inmate services and details about them, proceed to the sections below. We cover mail, phones, texting, visitation, bail and programming.
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Frederick County Detention Center for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Frederick County Detention Center:
Booking can take as little as an hour, or up to 48 hours on a busy weekend or holiday evening, or if the offender is violent, wasted or generally uncooperative. If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 301-600-2550.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Frederick County Detention Center in Frederick for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Frederick County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 301-600-2550 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Frederick County Maryland, check out the Frederick County Detention Center Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
301-600-2550
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
INMATES | DAY | TIMES |
JUVENILES | THU | 12:30 -7:00PM |
FEMALES | SAT | 9:00AM-4:00PM |
MALES | SUN | 9:00AM-4:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
What and who are professional visitors?
Attorney
Public Defender or Public Defender Investigator
State’s Attorney Investigators
Clergy
Law Enforcement Officers
Parole and Probation Agent
Embassy/Consular visits
Court Designated Visitors (i.e. Mental Health, Physician, Juvenile Services, etc.)
Professional Visitors who are known to be related to an inmate through marriage or as an immediate family member (brother, sister, cousin, etc.) will not be approved for a professional visit.
Contact the visitation officer (301-600-3031) for more information.
The information below provides complete instructions regarding:
Visiting Hours and Visitation Schedule,
Visitation Rules,
Application & Registration
Inmate Video Visits, and
Jail Visitation Process for the Frederick County Detention Center
Frederick County Detention Center uses HomeWAV for Inmate Video Visitation.
Off-site remote visits are simple and convenient for both inmates and you.
Outgoing calls can be initiated from the detention facility without the need for advanced scheduling.
HomeWAV is compatible with both Apple iOS and Android.
HomeWAV is compatible with most major browsers on either PC or Mac computers, but works best with Google Chrome.
Following these instructions exactly will enhance your chances of having trouble-free visits.
How Much does Homewav Cost?
Frederick County Detention Center charges $0.50 cents per minute for video visitation and $1.00 for each video message.
There is NO minimum talk time. Each ‘call’ can be as short as one minute.
In addition, there is a $1.00 fee for any purchase. All “Talk to me Funds” can only be used between the inmate and the visitor who owns the account.
How does HomeWAV video visitation work?
1. Sign Up Here.
2. Complete both steps of the registration process
3. Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
4. Then you just wait for the inmate to call
How Do I add Funds to my account?
1. Once you are logged in, click “Add Talk to Me Funds
2. Type in the amount of dollars you want to add to your account.
3. Click “Update”
4. Choose a way to pay (Credit, debit, or prepaid card.)
Can I use HomeWAV on my smartphone or tablet?
Yes, however your HomeWAV account must be first set up online from a computer.
Once you have added funds to your account, you will need to install the Homewav app onto your phone or tablet.
To receive calls you must log in through the app and wait for the inmate to initiate the call.
You cannot add funds or make any changes to your account information through the app. These options are only available through the website.
The app should be solely used for video visitation.
What are the minimum PC requirements?
1. A computer with Windows Operating System. (Note: HomeWAV works best with Chrome.)
2. Speakers or Headphones
3. Camera and microphone
Can I use HomeWAV from the jail lobby if I don’t have a computer?
Yes, Frederick County Detention Center has a HomeWAV kiosk in their lobby for you to use if you don’t have a computer or smartphone, however due to COVID issues you may be temporarily prohibited entrance into their lobby.
How does the Inmate Know I am Logged in and Ready to Visit?
1. Make sure there are funds in your account and that you are marked as “appear online”.
2. The moment you log in, the HomeWAV screen at the facility will light up green and display the inmates name. This informs the inmate that they have a visitor that is now logged on.
3. Once the inmate sees the notification, he or she will initiate the call.
4. When the inmate initiates the call, a ringing sound will take place and a pop-up box will appear, asking you if you want to accept the call.
Can I transfer funds from one inmate to another?
If you have multiple inmates and would like to transfer your funds to a different inmate, please call HomeWAV at 314-764-2872 or email support@homewav.com and include the following information:
1. Homewav account holder’s name.
2. The number of minutes to be transferred.
3. Facility Name.
4. From which inmate to who do you want to transfer funds.
How do I get a refund on leftover funds?
Email HomeWAV at refunds@homewav.com with your refund request.
REFUNDS are subject to a $7.50 processing fee. *Note* refund requests must be sent from the email address of the registered visitor.
How can I contact HomeWAV if I’m having any problems?
HomeWAV Visitor Support is available 7 days a week during the following hours:
Monday – Friday
9:00AM to 6:00PM EST
Saturday – Sunday
8:00AM to 6:00PM EST
HomeWAV Customer Service: Call 314-764-2872, or toll free 844-394-6639.
HomeWAV Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center?
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
301-600-2550
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
INMATES | DAY | TIMES |
JUVENILES | THU | 12:30 -7:00PM |
FEMALES | SAT | 9:00AM-4:00PM |
MALES | SUN | 9:00AM-4:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 9:00PM |
What and who are professional visitors?
Attorney
Public Defender or Public Defender Investigator
State’s Attorney Investigators
Clergy
Law Enforcement Officers
Parole and Probation Agent
Embassy/Consular visits
Court Designated Visitors (i.e. Mental Health, Physician, Juvenile Services, etc.)
Professional Visitors who are known to be related to an inmate through marriage or as an immediate family member (brother, sister, cousin, etc.) will not be approved for a professional visit.
Contact the visitation officer (301-600-3031) for more information.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center?
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: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Frederick County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Frederick County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Frederick County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Frederick County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Frederick County Detention Center 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 Frederick County Detention Center 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 Full Name & Inmate AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
Facility #5294
PO Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
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 Frederick County Detention Center 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Frederick County Detention Center 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 AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
Postcards
The Frederick County Detention Center 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 Frederick County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
Facility #5294
PO Box 18247
Greensboro, NC 27419
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
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 Frederick County Detention Center 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Frederick County Detention Center 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 AR#
Frederick County Adult Detention Center
7300 Marcie’s Choice Lane
Frederick, MD 21704
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
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 Frederick County Detention Center.
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 customerservice@securepak.net.
* 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 Frederick County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Frederick County Detention Center'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.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Frederick County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Frederick County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Frederick County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
How inteleMESSAGE Works
Cost to send messages
Paytel App Download
Check to see if Tablets are Available in Frederick County Detention Center for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Frederick County Detention Center follow these steps:
How inteleMESSAGE Works
For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Frederick County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Frederick County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Frederick County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
Contact Paytel online, or call the Frederick County Detention Center directly at 301-600-2550 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Frederick County? Read the following:
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
Contact Paytel online, or call the Frederick County Detention Center directly at 301-600-2550 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Frederick County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frederick County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 301-600-2550 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Frederick County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Frederick County?
This facility, known as "Frederick County Detention Center" is also known as Frederick County Jail & Detention Center , Frederick County Jail & Detention Center , Maryland, Frederick.