Incarcerated Individuals at Western Correctional Institution Create Holiday Cheer with Handcrafted Toys for Children in Need

Cumberland, MD - As the holiday season of giving fills Maryland communities, incarcerated individuals at Western Correctional Institution (WCI) are once again spreading holiday cheer through a meaningful tradition: crafting handcrafted wooden toys for less fortunate children involved in local charities across the Cumberland, Maryland region. In doing so, the incarcerated individuals have also learned meaningful work skills that will help them stay on the right course when they reenter society. Click here for info...

DPSCS Provides Update on Every Action Being Taken to Repair Heating at Baltimore Youth Detention Center

BALTIMORE, MD, December 8, 2025 - Today, the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) provided the following update on its repairs to the heating system at the Youth Detention Center (YDC) in Baltimore after 2 compressors failed, causing temperatures to fall in the male housing units and the facility’s gym. Suggestions or reports that the entire facility is without heat are unfounded. Click here for info...

Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Announces the Emergency Transfer of Individuals from Maryland Reception, Diagnostic, and Classification Center in Baltimore City

ANNAPOLIS, MD - Today, Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) Secretary Carolyn J. Scruggs announced the emergency transfer of individuals from the Maryland Reception, Diagnostics, and Classification Center, known as MRDCC, located in Baltimore City. The decision is in the interest of the safety and well-being of the facility's staff and incarcerated individuals. Click here for info...

The Maryland Correctional Institution for Women (MCI-W)

The Maryland Correctional Institution for Women (MCI-W), the CE Transition Entrepreneurship Academy celebrated the culmination of its 6-week entrepreneurial journey, where incarcerated women transformed ideas into real-world business concepts.

With guidance from community partners, entrepreneurship instructors, and guest mentors, participants learned to: Conduct market research, Develop sustainable products and services, Craft compelling pitches, and think like business leaders

In a true “Shark Tank” experience, finalists presented their pitches before a panel of judges, including representatives from the Maryland Department of Labor, showcasing hard work, creativity, and determination.

Maryland DPP Expands Partnership With Law Enforcement Agencies!

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who have partnered with DPP through signed memorandums of understanding to strengthen public safety through joint home visits.

Maryland Correctional Institution - Jessup (MCI-J) Closure Recommendation

The MCI-J closure plan is submitted in accordance with Maryland Code, State Government § 8-306 for your decision. This plan outlines the cost savings, detailed plan to execute this closure, and the needed notifications/public hearings required to implement this plan. More Info here.
Click here to download the plan (PDF)