Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

Q: Does Dukes County have bail?

Does Dukes County have bail? Dukes County does not impose bail in a traditional sense. A Bail Commissioner/Bail Magistrate presides over the first appearance in court. If a judge in Massachusetts feels that the arrested will return to court for further proceedings, the arrested could be released under a conditional release without needing to pay bail money, just a $40 fee. This is called Released on Own Recognizance, or ROR. Conditions for ROR might be to obey all court orders and laws, maintain contact with the lawyer, report changes in residence or have no contact with the victim. Family support will show the court that there are people who will make sure that the defendant makes it to court. If the Bail Magistrate determines that bail is necessary to assure that the arrested returns to court, then bail must be paid in cash by the defendant, a friend or family member. If the cash is not paid, the defendant will remain in jail until the bail is changed or the case is finished. If the judge or bail schedule determines that the defendant would be a danger to the public if they were released, bail can be denied, and the person detained in a jail or prison until the case is resolved or goes to trial.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Dukes County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Dukes County? The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. There are two types of bonds: Personal recognizance or cash.

Q: Who can set bail in Dukes County?

Who can set bail in Dukes County? Bail is set by a Massachusetts bail magistrate.

Q: When is bail set in Dukes County Massachusetts?

When is bail set in Dukes County Massachusetts? The bail magistrate will set bail after the defendant is processed, which is usually the same day as the arrest. If the bail magistrate is not available, for example on a weekend, the police may call the bail magistrate for permission to release the defendant until the next court day.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction, call the jail’s booking line at 508-627-5173. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Dukes County?

What happens during booking in Dukes County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Dukes County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

What is the booking process like at the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Dukes County and other Massachusetts and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 508-627-5173 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction booking process take?

How long does the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

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To search for an inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction, 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 508-627-5173 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an inmate's Criminal Court Case information and the Dukes County Court Docket.

Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Inmate Search

The Dukes County Jail and House of Correction maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The Dukes County Jail and House of Correction 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 Dukes County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.

The following charts of Dukes 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 Dukes 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 Dukes 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 Dukes 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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About the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

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Housing up to 40 male detainees, with female inmates being held at an alternative location, the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction accepts both misdemeanor and felony offenders during their pretrial period and as they serve a sentence of under two and a half years.

The Dukes County Sheriff Office is responsible for both the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction and a regional jail that serves several counties in the area.

To determine the location, charges, and bail of an inmate there is an online lookup that can be used after hours and around the clock and staff are able to provide basic information when you call 508-627-5173 but may not share information protected by privacy laws.

During incarceration inmates are encouraged to engage in programs that expand their education, provide life and social skills, support vocational training, anger management, addictions treatments, and many others. A labor program provides tasks to inmates who are in the program to do labor for public works and road crews, assisting in tasks around the county.Full medical, dental, and mental heat care are provided onsite, as well as eye care.

To visit an inmate, it is necessary to first fill out a visit request form, and once approved the registered visitor may plan their visits. Inmates are also able to receive mail, and staff will provide further details on days and times to approved visitors only. Call 508-627-5173 for more information.

All personal mail is sent to:

Inmate's Full Name
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

Jail (Main): 508-627-5173

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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What should you know about the booking process at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Dukes County Jail and House of Correction 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 Dukes County Jail and House of Correction include:

Confirming identity.
Taking mugshots for record.
Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
DNA collection if applicable.
Comprehensive physical search.
Seizing personal property.
Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Dukes County Jail and House of Correction at 508-627-5173.

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Directions / Map to the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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Steps to pay bail in Dukes County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Dukes County Jail and House of Correction in Edgartown 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 508-627-5173.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
Licensed bail bond agents in Dukes County are available for assistance.
Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Dukes County, Massachusetts, visit the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Bail Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction? What is the Schedule?

Dukes County Jail and House of Correction ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

149 Main Street
Edgartown, MA 02539
508-627-5173

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
You must fill out a Visitor Request form, found on this page.
Call 508-627-5173 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one to two visits per week.
A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

Bring money to the jail in person.
The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 508-627-5173 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Dukes 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Dukes 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 Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction, and what can I send them?

Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Dukes County Jail and House of Correction 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 Dukes County Jail and House of Correction 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
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

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 Dukes County Jail and House of Correction 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 Dukes County Jail and House of Correction 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
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction, and what can I purchase?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

Bring money to the jail in person.
The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name
Dukes County Jail and House of Correction
PO Box 252
Edgartown, MA 02539

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 508-627-5173 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Dukes County Jail and House of Correction have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dukes County Jail and House of Correction’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 508-627-5173 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails in Dukes County

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What are the other City and County Jails in Dukes County?

Dukes County County Jails

Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

Dukes County Juvenile Facilities

Massachusetts Department of Youth Services

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

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Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

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Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

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Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

What should you know about the booking process at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction?

Steps to pay bail in Dukes County

Dukes County Jail and House of Correction ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

Dukes County Jail and House of Correction Inmate Mail Guidelines

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Dukes County Jail and House of Correction

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