Launcing the Escape Notification System

$1.1 Million Purchase To Improve Institutional Safety

DPSCS recently announced the purchase of more than $1 million in security equipment, including the BOSS chair that scans body cavities for the presence of metal contraband. Less contraband in our facilities means a safer environment for offenders and staff. Learn More

DPSCS Press Releases

In The News

Secretary’s 2008 Report

FY09 End of Year Report

Learn how DPSCS has been tireless in its efforts to improve the quality of life in Maryland by Keeping Communities Safe, Believing in Human Capital and making Public Safety Work for all involved.

Institutional Safety

Institutional Safety

See our quick fact sheet on DPSCS efforts to improve the safety and security of our institutions through contraband interdiction, improved intelligence and technology, and tougher standards for staff.

DPSCS Reaches 200,000 Trees Planted

Public Safety Works

Whether In the Community, For the Environment or Rebuilding Lives, the DPSCS Public Safety Works efforts are key rehabilitative programs that benefit not only our offender population but also Maryland’s economy, environment and public safety.

Oysters being harvested

Oysters Harvested

DPSCS is a key partner in the Marylanders Grow Oysters program that recently harvested its first citizen grown oysters. Inmates crafted the cages used by local residents and are also cleaning and preparing spat used in the project to help foster these vital inhabitants of the bay.