Located in Salisbury, Essex County, Massachusetts, the Essex County Women in Transition is a 24-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 978-750-1900 x3720.
This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.
Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.
Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Massachusetts State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Essex County Women in Transition at 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
Phone: 978-750-1900 x3720
Physical Address:
197 Elm Street
Salisbury, MA 01952
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 Women in Transition
197 Elm Street
Salisbury, MA 01952
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition, 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 x3720 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 Women in Transition Inmate Search
The Essex County Women in Transition maintains an average of 24 offenders in custody on any given day. The Essex County Women in Transition 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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Within Essex County there are three detention facilities, the Pre-Release and Re-Entry, the Middleton House of Correction, and this, the Essex County Women in Transition.
This location is minimum security and provides housing and care for the women who are preparing to be released or who are sentenced on lesser and non-violent charges who do not require higher security or monitoring.
Those who have questions about the programs or an inmate, or who want to volunteer can contact the facility at 978-750-1900 x3720.
Supports, services, and programs remain active after their release and provide support to released women who are in the community, which reduces recidivism and help them to create successful futures. Resources are provided both during detention and after to provide life skills and employable skills and ease the transition from the jail to the community. Group and individual counseling is provided, ongoing education, employment opportunities to allow inmates to earn money and to gain stable employment before they are released to improve their success afterwards and create stability.
Community service is often required at this point to help to give back to the community and to begin to reintegrate back to the community they live in.
Mail is available, and checked for contraband, scanned, and delivered digitally to the inmates, send all mail to:
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
Residents can make outgoing calls from their phone account during free hours.
Visits are available, and each resident may have one group of visitors each session, but the same person may not visit twice in each day.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Essex County Women in Transition where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Essex County Women in Transition:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 978-750-1900 x3720.
Once someone is booked at Essex County Women in Transition in Salisbury after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 978-750-1900 x3720 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Essex County, Massachusetts, see the Essex County Women in Transition Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition? What is the Schedule?
197 Elm Street
Salisbury, MA 01952
978-750-1900 x3720
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 978-750-1900 x3720 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 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 Women in Transition?
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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition?
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 Women in Transition’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition?
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 Women in Transition’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Essex County Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition
197 Elm Street
Salisbury, MA 01952
Postcards
The Essex County Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition
197 Elm Street
Salisbury, MA 01952
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Essex County Women in Transition’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition, 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 Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition
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 Women in Transition follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Essex County Women in Transition, 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 Women in Transition’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Essex County Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Essex County Women in Transition 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 Women in Transition’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 978-750-1900 x3720 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 Women in Transition" is also known as Essex County Sheriff, Essex County Criminal Court, Essex County Women in Transition, Massachusetts, Essex.
