The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry is a 290-bed jail located in Lawrence, Essex County, Massachusetts. For inmate details, you can contact them 24/7 at 978-750-1900 x4309.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They undergo booking and processing, and depending on their charges, may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
Use the inmate search tool to see who is currently in custody.
Inmates serving less than one year will do their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to the Massachusetts State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, mailing them, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It is useful to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence purposes. If it’s not available online, contact Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry at 978-750-1900 x4309 for assistance.
Phone: 978-750-1900 x4309
Physical Address:
165 Marston Street
Lawrence, MA 01841
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center/Essex County
PO Box 995
Lebanon, MO 65536
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
Essex County Prerelease & Reentry
165 Marston St.
Lawrence, MA 01841
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, 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 978-750-1900 x4309 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.
Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Inmate Search
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry maintains an average of 290 offenders in custody on any given day. The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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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Essex County has two jails that operate under the Sheriff’s Department, Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry and the Middleton House iof Correction.
This facility provides the housing for all inmates who are nearing the end of the sentence and preparing for return to their community, and those who do not have a serious record and faced lower charges. There is a strong focus on re-entry programming and transitional assistance, with inmates being encouraged to grow life skills that will be vital to their success after release including finding a job, stable housing, and creating an outside support system to help them with their future roadblocks.
Due to its function as a pre-release facility, there are additional requirements for all inmates that include being engaged in all of their classes, increased programming requirements and sessions, active participation in classwork and other responsibilties, additional work assignments, community service requirements, or work release so they are actively employed during the last stages of their sentence.
Staff can be contacted directly at 978-750-1900 x4309 and are able to answer some questions about inmates and their status, though inmates are unable to receive direct calls and will be required to make calls to their loved ones from their own phone accounts from the housing units. Visits are available but must fit around the schedule of the inmate for work, classes, and other responsibilities. Video visits for those in 120B are arranged by Tiers and will occur between 9am and 9:40pm every day, for 120A they will be between 12:45pm and 3:45pm each day. More information on visits can be found on our Visitation Page.
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry include:
Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 978-750-1900 x4309.
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry in Lawrence for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 978-750-1900 x4309 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
For more information about bail in Essex County, Massachusetts, see the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Bail Guide.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry? What is the Schedule?
165 Marston Street
Lawrence, MA 01841
978-750-1900 x4309
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 978-750-1900 x4309 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| 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 |
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry?
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry?
1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722
2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby. The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.
3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.
4. Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.
5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Essex 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 Essex 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center/Essex County
PO Box 995
Lebanon, MO 65536
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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
Essex County Prerelease & Reentry
165 Marston St.
Lawrence, MA 01841
Postcards
The Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
C/O Securus Digital Mail Center/Essex County
PO Box 995
Lebanon, MO 65536
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 Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry 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 mail, newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Unit & MSA Number (Call 978-750-1900 to get this)
Essex County Prerelease & Reentry
165 Marston St.
Lawrence, MA 01841
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, and what can I purchase?
The service they use is called icaregifts.
Instructions
1. Register here.
2. Click the "Find an Inmate" button and enter your loved one’s first name, last name, or inmate number. When the information is entered correctly, click the “Search” button to confirm they are in the system.
3. Select the icare gift you want to send them.
4. Confirm the order in your confirmation email.
5. Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry has up to 30 days to give your icaregift pack to your inmate.
6. You will receive a confirmation email when it is delivered.
There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from.
They range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper…
… to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items…
… with many gift packs priced in between.
Resources
Frequently Asked Questions (you must have an inmate chosen in order to review these FAQs for Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry
Contact Info:
888-439-5020 - 8AM–9PM ET, 7 days a week.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Essex County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Essex County follow these instructions:
If you have any questions:
For all Essex County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x4309 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Essex County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Essex County?
This facility, known as "Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry" is also known as Essex County Correctional Alternative Center, Essex County Sheriff, Essex County Criminal Court, Essex County Correctional Alternative Center, Massachusetts, Essex.
