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Our hearts go out to the family of this brave public servant, Division of Parole and Probation Agent Davis Martinez
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Secretary Scruggs and Mayor Scott Visit the BCCC
Happy 34th anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)!
The puppy in this video is Bermuda. Bermuda got his start as a small puppy
The Leadership Maryland Executive Program Class of 2024 visited the western region of Maryland for the Criminal Justice session!
The Western Maryland Honor Guard took part in the Metropolitan Council of Governments events
In honor of our fallen heroes, the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services pays tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our community.
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Public Safety Education Training Center
The Maryland Public Safety Education & Training Center in Sykesville, MD is excited to celebrate its 20th anniversary this year! Watch the video to learn more about all that happens on campus. They provide training and regulatory services to Maryland's certified police and correctional professionals through the recommendation and implementation of standards. MPCTC staff supports the Police Training and Standards Commission (PTSC) and Correctional Training Commission (CTC) and manages and operates the Public Safety Education and Training Center (PSETC). Click here to learn more.
More about our services
Becoming a Correctional Officer
Becoming a correctional officer with the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is an honorable profession.
Fingerprinting Services
The state of Maryland complies with the Federal Bureau of Investigation Privacy Act policies regarding the retaining, use and disclosure of fingerprints submitted for employment, licensing or other purposes.
Find A Facility
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is responsible for the custody of Pretrial Detainees, Incarcerated Individuals , and Supervised Offenders.
Find An Incarcerated Individual
The Incarcerated Individual Locator enables members of the public to learn the housing location of incarcerated individuals committed to the custody of the Commissioner of Correction and currently housed at Division of Correction facilities.
DPSCS At a Glance
The Department of Public Safety is comprised of 22 Units that are dedicated to service the entire state of Maryland. Each department strives to deliver optimal customer care and stay true to the mission which is to serve the public.
Maryland Survivor Benefit Program
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is honored to be the steward of the Maryland Survivor Benefit Program which provides death benefits to surviving families of Maryland first responders lost in the line of duty.
Policies and Procedures
Find published reports, narratives and informational documents prepared by DPSCS divisions and agencies. Looking for existing documents not found on our website? See regulations for Public Information Act Requests through DPSCS.
Sex Offender Registry
The Maryland Sex Offender Registry Website is one of many important tools that families can use to protect themselves, their children, and those they care for from individuals with criminal sexual behaviors.
Volunteers
Volunteers at Public Safety bring a variety of skills to our offenders - they teach yoga, parenting skills, help prepare those on their way home for their job search - but there is one thing they all have in common: a dedication to improving the lives of others.