Elkton, MD Cecil County Detention Center View

Cecil County Detention Center is a county jail located in Elkton, Maryland. It is operated by Cecil County corrections authorities and serves the local court and law enforcement system. The facility typically holds adults who are awaiting trial, awaiting transfer, serving short county sentences, or held on local warrants or court orders. As a county detention facility, its role is to provide secure custody, intake, classification, housing, and release processing for people charged with or convicted of offenses handled through Cecil County and Maryland courts.

Contact and Location Information

Jail Name: Cecil County Detention Center
Type: County Jail
Security Level: Maximum
Address: 500 Landing Ln
City: Elkton
Zip: 21921
Phone: 410-996-5800
Cecil County Detention Center Contact Details

How to Find an Inmate at Cecil County Detention Center

Members of the public can look for an inmate by using the official inmate search link provided on this page for the facility’s roster. County jail rosters typically list a person’s name, booking date, charges, custody status, and sometimes bond or court information. Records do not always appear immediately after arrest because booking, identification, medical screening, and data entry can take several hours. If the person was just arrested, check again later or contact the facility for general custody confirmation. Information may change as charges, court dates, bond, or release status are updated.

FAQs

How do I visit an inmate at Cecil County Detention Center?

Visitation is usually scheduled in advance and may be offered in person, by video, or both depending on current facility rules. Check the facility’s visitation schedule, approval requirements, and rules before going.

What do I need to bring when visiting Cecil County Detention Center?

Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID. Minors usually must be with a parent or legal guardian, and all visitors should follow dress code, check-in, and security rules.

How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?

Inmates typically cannot receive incoming calls, but they may place outgoing calls through the facility’s approved phone provider. Video visits, if available, usually require an account and advance scheduling.

How do I send mail to an inmate?

Use the inmate’s full name and any booking or ID number if available, along with the facility mailing address. Mail is usually inspected, and items such as cash, stickers, padded envelopes, 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, subject to fees and facility limits.

How is bail set and how do I post bond at Cecil County Detention Center?

Bail is set by a Maryland District Court commissioner or judge based on the case and release conditions. If bond is allowed, payment or bail bond arrangements are usually handled through the court, commissioner, or approved process used by the facility.

What happens during the intake process at Cecil County Detention Center and when will the inmate appear in the system?

During intake, staff usually confirm identity, record charges, inventory property, conduct health screening, and assign housing or classification. The inmate may not appear in the system right away because processing and data entry can take several hours.

Other Jails in Cecil County

Mailing to Cecil County Detention Center Inmates and Staff

Inmate Visiting Days and Hours

Day of Week Hours
Saturday General Population 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
Maximum Custody Males 11:30 PM to 12:30 PM
Special Housing 12:30 PM to 1 PM
Female Unit 6:30 PM to 7 PM
Authorized Segregation 7:30 PM to 8 PM

How to Send Money to Cecil County Detention Center

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Cecil County Detention Center through approved methods to help them purchase essential items from the commissary.