Baltimore County, Maryland Inmate Search

Baltimore County provides various tools and options for accessing records of individuals incarcerated in its local correctional facilities. These include both online and offline resources.

The Baltimore County Department of Corrections (BCDOC) maintains inmate records for the county. While the BCDOC does not post inmate records online, information seekers may access some documents online through the Maryland VINELink portal. This portal provides access to Baltimore County inmate information, such as:

• Custody status
• Facility information
• Basic details such as name, date of birth, and gender
• Booking/status updates.

Alternatively, if Baltimore County transfers inmates to state penitentiaries, their records may be accessible through the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) Incarcerated Individual Locator.

Furthermore, searchers may find basic inmate information as part of Baltimore County criminal case records through the Maryland Judiciary Case Search Portal. Through this portal, users may indirectly access information such as case filings, charges, convictions, sentencing, and court orders related to jail or prison time.

Individuals seeking offline access to Baltimore County inmate records should call (410) 512-3200 and press 0to speak with an operator who may confirm who is in custody, or submit a Public Information Act request to:

The Baltimore County Police Department, as the sole law enforcement agency in Baltimore County, may also have inmate booking information available. Interested individuals may contact the Baltimore County Police Department at:

How to Find an Inmate in Baltimore County Jail

The Baltimore County Detention Center (BCDC) is the only adult detention facility in the county. This establishment is under the supervision of the Baltimore County Department of Corrections and holds pre-trial detainees, individuals awaiting trial, and convicts serving sentences of 18 months or less. Baltimore County does not have online inmate records. Instead, record seekers should log into the Maryland VINELink portal and search for Baltimore County inmate records by name, ID number, or case number. Additionally, individuals seeking information about Baltimore County inmates transferred to state facilities should log in to the DPSCS Incarcerated Individual Locator and perform name or case number searches.

For copies of Baltimore County inmate records, interested individuals should submit PIA requests by mail, email, or in person to the Baltimore County Department of Detention Center at:

How to Use the Baltimore County Jail Roster

Baltimore County does not have an inmate roster. Nonetheless, the county's inmate records are accessible online through the Maryland VineLink portal. Individuals using this portal for the first time should follow the following steps:

• Select "An Offender/Defendant" and "Maryland" from the "I'm searching for" menu and "Located in" menu
• Choose a search criterion (Name, ID Number, or Case Number) from the "Whose" menu
• If the full search criterion is unknown, tick the "Partial Name", "Partial ID", or "Partial Case Number" option
• Click the reCAPTCHA box
• Click Search to submit the query.

To access Baltimore County inmate records of convicts transferred to state correctional facilities:

• Log in to the DPSCS Incarcerated Individual Locator
• Enter the individual's name into the name boxes
• Click "Search" to submit.

For Baltimore County inmate records that are not available online, call the Baltimore County Detention Center at (410) 512-3200andmake inquiries.

What Information is Included in the Baltimore County Inmate Roster

Baltimore County inmate records contain details of current or released occupants of the Baltimore County Detention Center. This information is accessible through the Maryland VineLink portal (Baltimore County does not have an inmate roster). Nonetheless, a typical Baltimore County inmate's records encompass but are not limited to:

• Personal information
• Booking details
• Facility and housing location (Baltimore County Detention Center)
• Booking date and time
• Name of arresting agency
• Charges against the subject
• Bail details
• Court date (if applicable).

Although the Maryland Public Information Act (MPIA) grants access to government documents, only legally authorized entities may access Baltimore County inmate information that relates to:

• Juveniles
• Sealed or expunged records
• Medical, mental health, and substance abuse records
• Security-sensitive information.

Contact Details for Baltimore County Jail or Sheriff's Office

The Baltimore County Department of Corrections is the county's inmate records custodian. Individuals seeking access to these documents should call (410) 512-3200 and speak with an operator or contact the Baltimore County Detention Center/Department of Corrections (same address) between 8.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at:

Friends and family may schedule visits through the Baltimore County Appointment System for inmate visitation.

Individuals seeking arrest details such as booking dates and bond details (which are also part of inmate records) may contact the Baltimore County Police Department Records Management Section at:

For details of inmates' court records, log in to the Maryland Judiciary Case Search Portal or contact the Baltimore County Circuit or District Court Clerk's Offices between 8.30 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

Jail Facility Overview in Baltimore County

The Baltimore County Detention Center is the sole detention facility within the county. This establishment is a mixed-gender facility for adults and may accommodate over 1,500 inmates. As of July 30, 2025, 89.95% of the Baltimore County Detention Center's 915 occupants were males, while females accounted for 10.05%.

The Baltimore County Detention Center is a medium-security detention facility with minimum and maximum security areas. This facility houses:

• Pre-trial detainees
• Short-term sentenced offenders (typically 18 months or less)
• Parole/probation violators
• Individuals awaiting transfer.

The Baltimore County Detention Center also has special housing for protective custody for vulnerable inmates, medical/mental health units for inmates with treatment needs, and segregation units for disciplinary or security purposes.

Baltimore County does have a juvenile detention facility. The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is responsible for the custody of juvenile criminal offenders.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Baltimore County Detention Center?

The Baltimore County Detention Center requires individuals to use approved methods to send money to inmates. The facility permits online funding through dedicated third-party portals or physical payments through self-service kiosks in the detention center's lobby.

While the Baltimore County Detention Center does not cap the amount that individuals may deposit into an inmate's escrow account, it limits commissary spending to $75.00 per week and $300.00 monthly. Additionally, it charges fees for kiosk deposits and does not allow inmates' accounts to earn interest. The detention center also does not permit people to send checks or money orders through the mail, nor does it allow visitors to give money directly to inmates.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

The Baltimore County Detention Center does not have an inmate roster. Searches for Baltimore County inmate records are through the Maryland VineLink portal. Alternatively, record seekers may mail, email, or submit Public Information Act requests through in-person visits to the Baltimore County Department of Corrections at:

Baltimore County Visitation Rules and Schedules

Intending visitors to the Baltimore County Detention Center must schedule their visits online through the Baltimore County Government Appointment System. Before scheduling an appointment, it may be advisable to call the detention center to determine the specific housing unit where an inmate is located.

The Baltimore County Detention Center permits a 30-minute non-contact inmate visitation for approved family and friends. The facility requires visitors 18 or older to present a valid government-issued photo identification. Additionally, parents or legal guardians must accompany individuals between the ages of 13 and 17. The detention center accepts the following forms of identification:

• Valid driver's license
• Department of Motor Vehicles identification card
• Armed forces identification card
• United States passport
• Foreign passport with a photo.
• Photo identification issued by the Mexican Consulate.

Visitors are subject to search and cannot bring personal items into the visiting areas (except keys and ID). Individuals who bring alcoholic beverages, drugs, and other contrabands to the facility may face prosecution.

Furthermore, the following dress code applies to visits to inmates of the Baltimore County Detention Center:

• Visitors must put on appropriate professional attire that covers from the neck to the knees
• No see-through or sheer clothing, spandex, or other form-fitting clothing
• No showing of shoulders, back, midriff, or excessive cleavage
• The facility does not permit clothing that displays profanity, obscene images, or promotes drugs, alcohol, violence, or gangs
• Visitors must wear footwear and undergarments.

Visitation days for the Baltimore County Detention Center depend on the housing unit. Hence, calling the detention center before scheduling a visit may be advisable.

Mailing and Commissary Information

Individuals sending mail to Baltimore County Detention Center inmates are required to follow specific procedures. Mails to inmates must not contain:

• Cash, checks, or money orders
• Stamps, envelopes, or stationery
• Sexually explicit materials
• Glitter, glue, stickers, metal objects, perfume, lipstick, or any other substance that could be used to smuggle contraband
• Drugs, weapons, and any other dangerous items.

Generally, handwritten letters are acceptable, and photographs must not exceed 4x6 inches. Additionally, photos should not contain nudity, sexually explicit material, or gang-related images. A typical mail to an inmate should follow this format:

Senders should include their return addresses in the following format:

Individuals may also email inmates of the Baltimore County Detention Center. However, the Baltimore County Detention Center does not permit emails to inmates through regular email service providers like Yahoo or Gmail. The facility monitors all inmates' electronic communications and permits email only through approved third-party providers. To mail an inmate of the Baltimore County Detention Center:

• Set up an account on an approved third-party platform (the Baltimore County Detention Center uses Access Corrections). This requires creating an account with an email address and making payments.
• Enter the inmate's name and booking number or inmate ID
• Purchase message credit
• Compose and send messages to the inmate. Inmate replies will be delivered to the Access Corrections account through facility kiosks or tablets.