Baltimore County Jail
Maryland
Baltimore County Detention Center
The Baltimore County Detention Center in Towson is operated by the Baltimore County Department of Corrections, not the Sheriff's Office.
- Address
- 720 Bosley Avenue, Towson, MD 21204
- Phone
- 410-512-3200
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/corrections
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How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Baltimore County Detention Center in Towson, use the inmate lookup on the Baltimore County Department of Corrections website, or call the facility with the person's full name and date of birth. Maryland Judiciary Case Search can show pending charges. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) inmate locator.
Visitation
Visits at the Baltimore County Detention Center are scheduled through the Baltimore County Department of Corrections, and visitors usually must be approved and bring valid photo ID. Rules on scheduling, visit format, and dress code can change. Check the Department of Corrections website or call the facility before you go.
Bail and bond
After an arrest in Baltimore County, a District Court commissioner sets initial release conditions. If the person is held, a judge reviews bail at a bail review hearing. To learn how and where to post bail for someone at the Towson detention center, call the facility or the District Court of Maryland.
Mail and money
Mail for people at the Baltimore County Detention Center must follow the Department of Corrections addressing and content rules, and contraband is rejected. Money can be added to an inmate's account through the methods the facility approves. Confirm the current mailing address, approved deposit options, and any fees with the facility or the official county website.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Baltimore County Detention Center?
Use the inmate lookup on the Baltimore County Department of Corrections website, or call 410-512-3200 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Baltimore County Detention Center?
The detention center is at 720 Bosley Avenue, Towson, MD 21204.
How do I post bail in Baltimore County?
A District Court commissioner or a judge sets bail. Call the detention center or the District Court for current payment procedures.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Baltimore County Detention Center?
Yes, through the facility's approved deposit methods. Confirm the current options and fees with the Department of Corrections.