Prince George County Inmate Search
Law enforcement officers are permitted to arrest people with or without warrants as far as there is probable cause. When a person is arrested, they are sent to the local station or barrack after being processed through the Prince George County Detention Center. They will be booked into jail, and their name and the crime they committed will be recorded. The suspect’s mugshots, fingerprints, ad personal property will be taken. A body search and DNA screening will also be conducted. The booking process typically takes hours to complete.
After the booking process, the suspect will be taken before a commissioner. The commissioner will determine if there is probable cause to charge the suspect. The commissioner will explain the charges against the suspect and the possible penalties. They will advise the suspect of their right to an attorney and determine whether the suspect should be released, held without bond, or released with specific conditions or a bond. For minor misdemeanors, the suspect may be released on their own recognizance.
The next step is discovery. This is when there is a disclosure of information to be submitted to the court at trial. At this point, the arrested person can choose to plead guilty, and an agreement on the number and type of charges may be determined. If the arrested person pleads guilty, a disposition hearing will be conducted where the presiding judge takes the plea and sentence based on the agreement reached by the attorney in charge of the case. However, the case will go to trial if the arrested person does not plead guilty.
At the trial, the presiding judge or jury will determine if the arrested person is guilty based on all arguments and evidence presented by the attorneys. If the arrested person is found guilty, they may file for an appeal to a higher court.
Note that all the arrest and court process details will be recorded. This makes retrieving information regarding the crime easier for the general public. Inmate records can be accessed in person at the Prince George County Department of Corrections. A written request can also be sent to the Department.
Inmate records are considered public in the United States and therefore are made available by both traditional governmental agencies as well as third-party websites and organizations. Third-party websites may offer an easier means to search, as these services do not face geographical limitations. However, because third-party sites are not government-sponsored, the information obtained through them may vary from official channels. To find inmate records using third-party aggregate sites, requesting parties must provide:
- The location of the sought-after record, including state, county, and city where the inmate resides.
- The name of the person listed in the record, unless it is a juvenile.
Prince George County Crime and Incarceration Statistics
In 2020, the Maryland State Police (MDSP) reported 127,748 arrests compared to 178,890 in 2019. Of the total arrests, 117,377 were adults, and 10,371 were juveniles. That same year, only 11,446 people were arrested in Prince George County. Of the total arrests, 10,652 were adults, and 794 were youths. Major crimes committed in Prince George County in 2020 are as follows:
- Murder - 55
- Rape - 60
- Robbery - 343
- Aggravated Assault - 424
- Breaking or Entering - 197
- Larceny Theft - 1,006
- Motor vehicle Theft - 205
- Other Assaults - 1,005
- Arson - 20
- Forgery - 40
- Fraud - 72
- Embezzlement - 20
- Stolen property - 152
- Vandalism - 286
- Weapons - 865
- Prostitution - 128
- Sex Offenses - 40
- Narcotics - 1,890
- Offenses against family and children - 26
- DWI - 2,397
- Liquor Laws - 73
- Disorderly Conduct - 810
- All other offenses (except traffic) - 1,274
Prince George County Prison System
The Department of Corrections oversees the operation of the Prince George County prison system. The prison system consists of the following jails:
- Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
- Prince George's County Correctional Center
The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center can hold 72 males. As of 2018, the total number of inmates in Prince George County jail was 920. As of 2019, the jail consists of 18 housing units with a housing capacity of 1,524. The jail population includes males, females, and juveniles (14 years and older). One office is usually assigned to about 64 inmates within a unit.
How to Find an Inmate in Prince George County
An individual can find an inmate in Prince George County by sending a written request to the Department of Corrections. Alternatively, they can visit the Department in person during office hours. The Department typically charges reasonable fees for the search and preparation of inmate records for inspection and copying.
How Does a Prince George County Inmate Search Work?
The Maryland Public Information Act (PIA) grants the public the right to access inmate records maintained by law enforcement agencies without unnecessary cost and delay. The public in this context means citizens, associations, corporations, private individuals, public interest groups, and universities. Note that some inmate records are considered confidential. As such, they are not available to the public. For example, inmate records containing investigatory information are restricted to a selected few. The following kind of information can be found during the inmate search:
- Inmate’s full name (first, middle, and last)
- sex, race, and age
- Physical description (height, hair length, complexion, date of birth, weight, hair color, and eye color)
- Inmate or booking number
- Case information (number, bail amount, sentencing date)
- Charge details
- Release date
- holding facility information (name, address, and phone number)
Where to Find a Prince George County Inmate Locator
Prince George County does not have an online inmate locator. Anyone who wishes to locate an inmate housed in Prince George County jail can send a written request to the Department of Corrections. Alternatively, inquirers make an in-person request at the Department.
The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services has an Inmate Locator that can be used to find Prince George County offenders housed in state prisons. Requesters are expected to type the inmate’s first or last name in the search box provided. Search results will provide basic inmate information like SID, inmate’s full name, date of birth, DOC ID, name, address, and phone number of the holding facility. Information regarding inmates not in custody cannot be retrieved using this locator.
Requesters searching for Prince George County inmates housed in federal prisons can use the Inmate Locator available on the Federal Bureau of Prisons website. A search can be done by name (first name, middle name, last name, race, age, and sex) or number (BOP register number, DCDC number, FBI number, or INS number). The Locator typically reveals the inmate’s full name, age, sex, race, release date, and register number.
Alternatively, several third-party sites have inmate locators where requesters can find information regarding Prince George County inmates. To use these third-party inmate locators, interested persons must have basic information about the inmates, like their names or housing facilities. A requester will be charged a small fee to complete a search via a third-party inmate locator.
How to Send Money to a Prince George County Inmate
Visitors can send money online or in-person to a Prince George County inmate account. In-person deposits can be made by cash or credit card at the kiosk located in the facility’s reception area. An inmate cannot receive more than $150 per week. A transaction fee applies to every deposit made, and the money will reflect in the inmate’s account the next business day. Inmates released from the facility during weekends can have their money mailed to them or return to the facility during weekdays to collect them.
How to Visit a Prince George County Inmate
To visit a Prince George County inmate, one must register one hour before visiting hours start. Visitation days and hours are from Mondays to Sundays (9 a.m. – 1 p.m. or 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.). Visitor registration starts 30 minutes before the scheduled time. Every housing unit has its own visitation days. Questions about visiting schedule should be forwarded to the Department of Corrections at (301) 952-7025 or (301) 952-7164.
Not more than 3 people can visit an inmate per time. Visitors can only visit inmates once per day. Inmates can only have one visit per week. All visitors must be above 18 years. Visitors must show their State or Federal ID or driver’s license. The visitors visiting pass must be visible while in the facility. Below are things that are not permitted during visitations:
- Smoking
- Weapons and sharp objects like nail files, knives,
- Tobacco products
- Matches or lighter
- Electronic devices like cameras, smartwatches, tablets, laptops, and telephone
- Food, drinks, or chewing gum
- Nudity
- Bags, hats, and purses
- Bare feet
- Pen or pencil
- Liquid items and reading materials
- Sunglasses, lipgloss, and lipstick
- Indecent clothing like tube tops, sleeveless shirts, and see-through clothing
- Dresses, shorts, or shirts that are shorter than 3 inches above the knee
Individuals who live 150 miles away from the jail can call (301) 952-7025 to schedule a 1 hour out of town visit. Attorneys are permitted to visit their clients at any time other than during scheduled lockdown periods or emergencies. They must come with bar cards or proper identification, like valid driver’s licenses. All visitors must be properly dressed.
How to Send Jail Mail in Prince George County
Prince George County inmates can receive mail from family and friends, especially if the item is not contraband. All mailed envelopes and stationery must be white. Inmates are entitled to just 5 photos, and the images of the people in them must not depict nudity. Photos must be 4x6 inches. Any letter sent to the jail must carry the sender's and receiver’s first and last names. All mail must be addressed to:
Prince George County Department of Corrections
13400 Dille Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Prince George County jail accepts no item considered a potential security risk. Also, items like stamps, books, money orders, cash photos larger than 4x6 inches, cash, lipstick, perfume, magazines, and nude photos are prohibited.
Prince George County Jails and Prisons
Below is the list of the names, addresses, and contact information of all the jail facilities, prisons, and detention centers in Prince George County:
Prince George's County Correctional Center
13400 Dille Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: (301) 952-7164 / (301) 952-7025
Cheltenham Youth Detention Center
11003 Frank Tippett Road
Cheltenham, MD 20623
Phone: (301) 782-2400
