Washington County Detention Center is a 495-bed jail in Hagerstown, Washington County, Maryland. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 240-313-2133.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Maryland State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Washington County Detention Center at 240-313-2133 for assistance.
Phone: 240-313-2133
Physical Address:
500 Western Maryland Pkwy.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name
Washington County Detention Center
500 Western Maryland Parkway
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name
Washington County Detention Center
500 Western Maryland Parkway
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Washington 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 240-313-2133 for the information you are looking for. You can also review Criminal Court Cases online for further information about an offender's case.
Washington County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Washington County Detention Center maintains an average of 495 offenders in custody on any given day. The Washington 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 Washington County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 9,900 offenders.
The following charts of Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington County Detention Center in Hagerstown, Maryland, built in 1984, has a capacity of 495 beds, plus a small number of 'special needs' beds for medical or mental health situations. Seventy of these beds are reserved for females inmates, while 425 are for males.
The original facility at this address, 500 Western Maryland Parkway in Hagerstown, MD 21740, was just 56,395 square feet in size and housed up to 162 inmates. In 1988 they needed ore beds due to the increase in arrests due to war on drugs, and increased the capacity by double bunking inmates. In 1992, the inmate capacity increased again with the addition of a Work Release and a Substance Abuse Program. Then in 1996 they expanded the jail with an additional 76 more beds. In 2010, in order to streamline the booking process, they added a Central Booking Unit to the front of the building, and a year later in 2011 added a new addition to the Washington County Detention Center with 96 beds. As mentioned above the new total rated capacity is 495 beds.
For a facility this size it's unfortunate that they don't have an official online Inmate Search feature, however you can look up whether an inmate is in custody using the Vinelink search feature. In addition, you can always call the Washington County Detention Center at 240-313-2133 to get information on an inmate's custody status or get any other questions answered that are not covered in the sections below this. While you have them on the phone however, make sure you get their Inmate ID Number, as you may need that in the future in order to mail them or for some other purpose.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, however the jail uses a digital service to avoid contraband entering the facility. Friends and family of inmates in the Washington County Detention Center can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, 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 240-313-2133.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Washington County Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Washington County Detention Center include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Washington County Detention Center at 240-313-2133.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Washington County Detention Center in Hagerstown for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 240-313-2133.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Washington County, Maryland, visit the Washington County Detention Center Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
500 Western Maryland Pkwy.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
240-313-2133
Schedule Video Visits online with gettingout
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
How it Works with GettingOut
1. Register an account.
2. Select Washington County Detention Center
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.
4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.
GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.
Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.
To visit an inmate in Washington County, whether by video or in person 'at the jail', follow these steps:
Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Washington County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of GettingOut.
There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate in Washington County Detention Center:
1. Using the GettingOut Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut apps.
To remotely visit an inmate in Washington County follow these steps:
1. Start by confirming that Washington County Detention Center's Video Visitation is working correctly by looking up Washington County here.
2. The next step is to create an account here for GettingOut.
3. Then add funds to your account.
4. Last, select Washington County Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to communicate with.
Other Washington County Services provided by GettingOut:
- Phone Calls & Voicemail
- Email, Photo & Video Sharing
- Inmate Tablet Rental
- Deposits
Customer Service
If you have any questions about the Washington County Detention Center Visitation Services you can call them at 866-516-0115.
Frequently Asked Questions
* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Washington County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.
Washington County Detention Center Phone: 240-313-2133
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 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 Washington County Detention Center?
500 Western Maryland Pkwy.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
240-313-2133
Schedule Video Visits online with gettingout
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 10:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center?
Washington County Detention Center uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account.
You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender.
You will need:
Inmate's Correctional ID number and last name
The facility name or receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.
5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
Inmate Name and Inmate ID#
6. Lobby Kiosk
You can use a debit or credit card in the lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.
Washington County Detention Center uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account.
You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender in Washington County.
You will need:
The Washington County Inmate's Correctional ID number and their last name
Washington County Detention Center or the receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.
5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
Inmate Name and Inmate ID#
Washington County Detention Center address.
6. Lobby Kiosk
You can use a debit or credit card in the jail lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Washington County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center?
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Washington County Detention Center Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Washington 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 Washington 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
Washington County Detention Center
500 Western Maryland Parkway
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name
Washington County Detention Center
500 Western Maryland Parkway
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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 Washington 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Washington County Detention Center 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 Full Name
Washington County Detention Center
500 Western Maryland Parkway
Hagerstown, MD 21740
For inmates receiving mail in the Washington County Detention Center 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 Washington County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name
Washington County Detention Center
500 Western Maryland Parkway
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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 Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Washington County Detention Center contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Washington County Detention Center,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1. Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message. Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1. Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
To mail or email an inmate in Washington County follow these steps:
When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:
Emailing Messages & Photos
Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Washington County Detention Center,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.
All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Washington County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Washington County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Washington County Detention Center, such as:
- Free services are already available for use on the device at Washington County Detention Center.
- Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
- Washington County Detention Center Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What Does a Tablet Cost?
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.
Game Center:
30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)
Unlimited eBooks:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
Streaming Music:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)
Newsfeed
Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)
Same Day Subscription Services
Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)
Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)
Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)
All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes.
Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...
Tablet: $249.99 per each
Charger: $8.99 per each
Earbuds: $2.99 per each
To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL
2. Purchase the services you want for your Washington County Detention Center inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 240-313-2133 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Washington County?
This facility, known as "Washington County Detention Center" is also known as Washington County Detention Center , Washington County Detention Center , Maryland, Washington.