Find Talbot County Jail Roster
The Talbot County jail roster is available online through a JailTracker search portal. This Eastern Shore county runs a detention center in Easton that serves as the central booking facility for the area. Talbot County posts its current inmate list on the county corrections page, where you can search by name or booking number. The system shows charges, bond amounts, and mugshots when available. You can also check custody status by calling the detention center at any hour.
Talbot County Overview
Talbot County JailTracker Search
Talbot County uses JailTracker to publish its jail roster online. This is the primary tool for searching current inmates at the detention center. The system is hosted on the Talbot County corrections page, where you will find a link labeled "Search Database." Click that link and the JailTracker interface opens in a new window.
The search form is simple. You can enter a last name, first name, or booking number. Last name is the only field you really need to start a search. Once you hit search, the system pulls up matching results from the Talbot County jail roster. Each result shows the inmate's name, booking date, charges, bond info, and housing location inside the facility. Mugshots show up when the jail has one on file. This makes it easy to confirm you have the right person.
The Talbot County corrections page with the JailTracker search link is shown below.
JailTracker updates as the jail processes new bookings and releases. There may be a short lag between an event and when it shows online. For the most current Talbot County jail roster data, you can also call 410-770-8120 at any time.
Talbot County Detention Center
The Talbot County Detention Center is at 115 West Dover Street in Easton. It holds up to 148 inmates. The facility serves as the designated central booking center for Talbot County, meaning all arrests in the county are processed here. Staff handle intake, classification, and housing for pretrial detainees and sentenced offenders alike.
The phone line is open 24 hours a day. Call 410-770-8120 to check on an inmate's custody status or ask about booking details. This is the same number to use if you want to get on a visitor list or ask about rules at the Talbot County Detention Center.
| Address | 115 West Dover Street, Easton, MD 21601 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 410-770-8120 (24 hours) |
| Capacity | 148 inmates |
| Central Booking | Yes |
Talbot County Jail Records and MPIA
You have a legal right to request jail records from Talbot County under the Maryland Public Information Act. The MPIA is found at Md. General Provisions Code Ann. Section 4-201 and gives the public access to government records, including those kept at the detention center. To make a request, send a written letter to the Records Custodian at the Talbot County Detention Center, 115 West Dover Street, Easton, MD 21601. Cite the MPIA in your letter so it gets processed as a public records request.
Include the inmate's full name and any other details you have. Booking numbers or dates help narrow the search. The facility has 30 days to respond. Fees may apply if you want copies of documents. Talbot County's jail falls under Corr. Serv. Section 11-722 of the Maryland Correctional Services Article, which sets the rules for how the county operates its local correctional facility.
Note: Mugshot requests at Talbot County should be sent to the detention center at 115 West Dover Street, Easton, MD 21601, attention Media Relations.
Other Ways to Search Talbot County Inmates
JailTracker is the main tool, but it is not the only option. VINELink also covers Talbot County. This free service lets you search for inmates by name across all Maryland jails. You can register for alerts that notify you by phone, email, or text when someone's custody status changes. The Maryland VINE hotline is 1-866-634-8463 and operates 24 hours a day.
The Maryland Judiciary Case Search is a good backup. It does not show a jail roster, but it pulls up court records for criminal cases in Talbot County. You can see case numbers, charges, court dates, and whether someone has been detained. Combine this with JailTracker and you get a fuller picture of an inmate's situation in Talbot County.
If an inmate was transferred from the Talbot County jail to a state prison, use the DPSCS Incarcerated Individual Locator. This tool tracks people in the custody of the Division of Correction. It covers all state facilities but not local county jails. Enter the person's first and last name to search. The system does not list released or escaped individuals.
Contacting Talbot County Inmates
Inmates at the Talbot County Detention Center can make outgoing phone calls. All calls are collect or prepaid. The jail monitors phone calls, and there is no way for someone outside to call in and speak to an inmate. If you want to block or unblock collect calls from the facility, call 1-877-650-4249.
For those who want to send money to an inmate in Talbot County, contact the detention center at 410-770-8120 to learn the current method. Services like JPay and Access Corrections handle money transfers at many Maryland jails. Verify the right provider before you send funds. Inmates use these funds for commissary items such as snacks, hygiene products, and additional phone time at the Talbot County facility.
Mail can be sent to inmates at the Talbot County Detention Center. All mail is subject to inspection. Address it with the inmate's full legal name and booking number at 115 West Dover Street, Easton, MD 21601. Letters and postcards are the safest bet. Packages may not be accepted without prior approval from the jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Talbot County on the Eastern Shore. If you cannot find someone on the Talbot County jail roster, they may be held in a neighboring facility.