Baltimore, MD Chesapeake Detention Facility (Formerly MCAC) - CDF View
Chesapeake Detention Facility, formerly Maryland Correctional Adjustment Center (MCAC), is a secure detention facility in Baltimore, Maryland. It is operated by the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The facility primarily holds adult detainees in custody for federal proceedings, including people awaiting court action, transport, or other detention decisions, and may also hold individuals under state or local authority as assigned. Its role is to provide secure custody, classification, basic services, and transportation support for inmates involved in the criminal justice system in Baltimore and the surrounding region.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Chesapeake Detention Facility (Formerly MCAC) - CDF
Public inmate rosters and inmate search tools usually list basic custody information such as the person’s name, booking date, charges, housing or facility location, and custody status. Records do not always appear immediately after an arrest or transfer because staff must complete intake, identity checks, and data entry; this can take several hours. To search for someone held here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster, and check again later if the person does not appear right away.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Chesapeake Detention Facility (Formerly MCAC) - CDF?
Visitation is usually scheduled in advance and may depend on the inmate’s housing unit, custody status, and facility rules. Contact the facility or use its official visitation information to confirm current days, times, and whether visits are in person or by video.
What do I need to bring when visiting Chesapeake Detention Facility (Formerly MCAC) - CDF?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID and must follow dress code and security rules. Minors usually must be with a parent or legal guardian, and personal items may be restricted.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates typically cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place outgoing calls through the approved phone provider. Video visits or remote calls, if offered, usually require an account, scheduling, and payment through the approved service.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name, identification number if known, and the correct facility mailing address. All mail is inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or unauthorized materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through the approved deposit system, but limits and fees can apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Chesapeake Detention Facility (Formerly MCAC) - CDF?
Bail or release conditions are set by a court or judicial officer, not by the facility. To post bond, follow the instructions from the court, clerk, or detention staff, and confirm the accepted payment methods and hours before going in person.
What happens during the intake process at Chesapeake Detention Facility (Formerly MCAC) - CDF and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, record charges or holding authority, complete health and safety screening, and assign custody status or housing. It can take several hours for the person to appear in the search system, so check the official roster again later if no record is found immediately.