Maryland State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy

The annual public comments hearing of the Maryland State Commission on Criminal Sentencing Policy (MSCCSP or Commission) is scheduled for Monday, November 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. It will be held at the Maryland Judicial Center, 187 Harry S. Truman Pkwy., Annapolis, MD 21401.

The MSCCSP invites public comment regarding criminal sentencing policy-related issues. To accommodate all who wish to participate in the meeting, the Commission requests that each speaker limit his or her comments to five minutes. Click here to read more....

Central Maryland Correctional Facility (CMCF) graduation

Congratulations to the incarcerated individuals at Central Maryland Correctional Facility (CMCF) in Sykesville who graduated from Aramark’s IN2WORK program! Through food service training, participants build practical skills to support future employment and a successful return to the community.

Thank you to our partners at Aramark for helping create pathways to opportunity.

The Father Child Dance at Baltimore City Correctional Center (BCCC)

The Father Child Dance at Baltimore City Correctional Center (BCCC) brought incarcerated fathers and their children together to share meaningful moments and strengthen family bonds. These connections remind us why supporting families is such an important part of rehabilitation and reentry.

Maryland Correctional Training Center (MCTC) Sewing Program

Through MCTC's Sewing Program, incarcerated individuals transform recycled denim into full-size, durable quilts for people experiencing homelessness in Hagerstown. Each quilt offers warmth while participants develop valuable sewing skills for reentry and learn the impact of giving back to their community.

Equine Groom Program Graduation at our Second Chances Horse Farm

Join us in congratulating two of our incarcerated individuals on graduating from the Equine Groom Program at our Second Chances Horse Farm.

Through hands-on training, they've gained valuable skills to help prepare them for careers when they return home. Programs like this support successful reentry, help reduce recidivism, and create pathways to a brighter future.

Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI-East) celebrates its GED graduation

Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI-East) celebrated its GED graduates as they reached an important educational milestone, with staff and loved ones there to support and celebrate their achievements.

Educational opportunities like earning a GED can help individuals build the knowledge and skills needed to pursue employment and continue their education after release—important steps toward successful reentry and reducing recidivism.

Congratulations to all of the graduates, and to the staff, educators, and loved ones who supported them along the way!

The Maryland Correctional Institution for Women (MCIW) hosted the annual Women Moving Forward Pre-Release Conference

The Maryland Correctional Institution for Women (MCIW) hosted the annual Women Moving Forward Pre-Release Conference, providing women nearing release with information, resources, and practical tools to help prepare for a successful return to their communities.

The conference featured workshops focused on employment, financial literacy and debt management, education, family reunification, mental health, trauma, substance use, and navigating parole and probation requirements.

Participants also heard from speakers and community partners, including Chris Wilson, author of The Master Plan, and representatives sharing resources to support their transition.

By connecting women with resources and support before release, Women Moving Forward helps participants prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Wide Angle Youth Media visited the Youth Detention Center (YDC)

Wide Angle Youth Media visited the Youth Detention Center (YDC) to provide young people with hands-on experience in media arts and creative expression.

Programs like this give youth an opportunity to develop marketable skills, strengthen communication and teamwork, build confidence, discover new interests that can support their education, rehabilitation, and future career goals.

By providing meaningful opportunities to learn and create, we’re helping youth build skills they can carry with them beyond YDC and into their communities.

Thank you to Wide Angle Youth Media for investing in the growth and future of our youth!

DPSCS and AFSCME Maryland hosted the 3rd Annual Immigrant Heritage Celebration

DPSCS and AFSCME Maryland hosted the 3rd Annual Immigrant Heritage Celebration, bringing employees together to recognize the diverse cultures, traditions, and experiences that strengthen our workforce and our communities.

The celebration provided an opportunity to honor the contributions of immigrant communities and celebrate the many backgrounds represented across DPSCS.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration a meaningful opportunity to come together, share culture, and recognize the diversity within our DPSCS family.

Secretary Carolyn J. Scruggs Shares Department Vision in Baltimore Sun Op-Ed

Secretary Carolyn J. Scruggs has authored an op-ed, "The Department of Corrections is up to the Challenge," published July 23, 2026 in The Baltimore Sun, highlighting the Department's commitment to public safety, accountability, rehabilitation, and the dedicated work of our employees across Maryland.

The piece reflects on the important role our Department plays in serving Marylanders and reinforces our ongoing commitment to strengthening our correctional system while supporting the staff who carry out this mission every day.

Discover Correctional Officer Interview Opportunities

BALTIMORE, MD - The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is looking for individuals to join our mission – to protect the public, its employees, and the justice-involved individuals it is responsible for. We are hosting a series of recruitment events that provide interview opportunities – from weekly in-person interviews to quarterly hiring events. These events are designed to discover how your skills align with our goals. View Recruitment Event Interview Opportunities