Bridgewater, MA Massachusetts Treatment Center View
Massachusetts Treatment Center is a secure state correctional and treatment facility in Bridgewater, Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It is operated by the Massachusetts Department of Correction, not the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office. The facility primarily holds adult male state inmates and civilly committed individuals who require specialized sex offender treatment and secure custody. It is not a typical county jail used for routine local arrests or short-term pretrial detention. Its role in the justice system is to provide custody, supervision, and treatment services for people assigned there through the courts or the state correctional system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Massachusetts Treatment Center
To find someone held at the facility, use the official inmate search link provided on this page. Inmate rosters and search tools usually list identifying and custody information such as the person’s name, booking or admission date, charges or commitment information, housing location when available, and custody status. Records may not appear immediately after arrest, transfer, or admission because intake and processing can take several hours. If the person does not appear in the system right away, check again later or contact the facility or the Massachusetts Department of Correction for guidance. For people recently arrested in Plymouth County, also check the appropriate local court or county jail if they have not been transferred here.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Massachusetts Treatment Center?
Visits generally must be approved in advance, and visitors may need to be on the inmate’s approved visiting list. Check the facility’s current visiting schedule, rules, and any appointment requirements before traveling.
What do I need to bring when visiting Massachusetts Treatment Center?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Minors usually must be accompanied by an approved adult, and all visitors must follow dress code, search, and property rules.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place outgoing calls through the approved phone provider. Video visits or remote services, if available, must be scheduled through the facility’s approved system.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and identification number if known, and follow the facility’s mailing rules. Mail is typically inspected, and items such as cash, prohibited materials, or unauthorized packages may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Families can usually add funds through an approved payment service, but limits, fees, and available items are set by the facility.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Massachusetts Treatment Center?
Bail is set by the court, not by the facility. Because this is a state treatment and correctional facility rather than a routine county booking jail, questions about bail or bond should be directed to the court handling the case or the inmate’s attorney.
What happens during the intake process at Massachusetts Treatment Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review records, conduct health and safety screening, assign housing, and enter custody information. Processing can take several hours, so the inmate may not appear in the search system immediately after arrival or transfer.