MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) Inmate Locator / Search Information

MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) is a High-Security Prison. The location of this prison is 700 Flat Iron Square Road, Church Hill, Maryland, 21623. It houses the inmates above 18 years of age. This Prison is administrated and operated by the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) .

MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) Inmate Locator and Search Information

Prison Name MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU)
Authority Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS)
Security Measure High
Prison Type State Prison
Prison Category Prison
Address 700 Flat Iron Square Road, Church Hill, Maryland , 21623
City Church Hill
Postal Code 21623
County Queen Anne's County
State Maryland ( MD )
Telephone Number 410-810-5400
Fax Number 410-758-4329
Telephone Carrier Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork
Web Page dpscs.md.gov

Note: You should contact the administration department of the state of the Maryland for further details and clarification.


How to Locate an Inmate in MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland?

If you want to search an inmate currently kept at the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) of the Maryland state. You can use the following ways to enquire about your inmate.

  1. You may find it quite handy to visit the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) inmate search web page where you an find a way to enquire about your inmate.

  2. Visit the web page Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) authority of the Maryland if you don't find enough information around.

  3. Visit the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) web page where you may find enough information on how to locate your inmate.

  4. You can directly call to the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) telephone number 410-810-5400. Often, this method provides the latest and quick information about an inmate.

    TIP: Don't forget to keep the inmate and your information in hand before you make a call. Continue reading for details.

  5. You can send fax to the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) fax number 410-758-4329. But, this may take a long to respond. May be 3-5 days or more.

  6. When you contact any administration department keep information of your inmate in hand. This information includes Full Name, Age, Gender, Date of Birth, and Inmate ID.

    You should also keep your personal information in hand like your ID Card, Driving Licence, etc. These types of information are always asked when you contact any department.

  7. Visit Maryland state wide web page for complete details. This web page contains a complete directory list of all prisons, jails, and facilities in the Maryland state and lot of related information about how to search an inmate.


How to Send a Mail or Package or Photo in the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland?

Inmates incarcerated in the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) as usually allowed to receive items with restrictions and prior approval for security reasons. They are allowed to receive magazines, newspapers, books, and other printed material only from approved vendors. The largest vendor in this category is Amazon.com .

Things to consider while sending books or magazines:

  1. Inmate Name and ID number along with complete address must be affixed on each book and magazine
  2. Magazines or books should be in new condition and soft covered. Hardcover or spiral bound is most probably not accepted
  3. Try to get the paperback edition of the book if available
  4. Sending more than 3 books may result in refusal
  5. Try to send books or magazines through USPS
  6. Inmate can't receive books or magazines in solitary

Only new items are allowed and they must not be hardcover or spiral bound for security measures. The printed material should not contain any abusive language, hate speech, and nudity, or violent content. An example of prohibited content is High Times magazines, Playboy, etc.

Things to consider while sending photographs:

  1. Print the name and ID number of the inmate on the backside of the photo
  2. Try to keep the size of the photo not larger than 4"x6"
  3. Nudity, violence, map or sexually suggestive content is strictly forbidden
  4. Don't send more than 5 photos or, to be safe, 3 photos

Things to consider while sending Holiday or Birthday card:

Holiday and birthday cards share the same rule with other mail or package. They should not contain any electronic or popup/out material. Nudity or sexually suggestive cards are forbidden. Cards should not have glitter, stickers, etc. on them. All cards are viewed before they reach the inmate.

You are required to send Mail or Package to address mentioned below. If you are sending mail or package the first time and you don't have any past experience, it is a good idea to contact the prison department on 410-810-5400 first. There might be a change in rules for sending mail or package. You can also enquire about the list of prohibited goods, etc.

Inmate Full Name and ID

MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU)

700 Flat Iron Square Road, Church Hill, Maryland, 21623

NOTE: You must get approval from the prison administration before sending a package.

Prohibited Mail Rules:

  1. Don't write personal that a third person is not allowed
  2. Crayon, glitter, glue, marker, lipstick, and stickers are strictly prohibited on paper content
  3. Never use paper clips or staples
  4. Scented or perfumed or fragrance paper are not allowed
  5. Any map or drawing in mail papers will be refused as it is a security risk

Note: All material is scanned and read by staff and if they find any suspicious material, they will reject it and ban you for sending further mail.


How to Send Money in the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland?

Inmates of the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) can receive money in different ways. They can receive money via following allowed ways in their commissary account upon approval:

  1. Cashier
  2. Money orders
  3. Cheque
  4. Online transfer

Don't forget to write the full name and ID of your inmate when you a send money order or cheque. You can also deposit cash at the prison administration office or counter if the inmate has the approval of a money deposit.

When you send money or funds to your inmate, first you have to find out what type of online transfer service is supported by the prison or institute in which your inmate is incarcerated. This type of information can easily find out by visiting/navigating to the institution MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) web page link . You can also contact at prison telephone number 410-810-5400.

You should pay very close attention to the rules of the facility or institution where the inmate is incarcerated. Sometimes they require money senders are on the inmate's visitation list. Some institutes or correctional facilities have a deposit limit, like $200-300 at a time. In federal prisons and correctional facilities, there is no such limit.

Popular Online Money Transfer Firms for MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU)

There are some of the money transfer firms being used by various facilities.

  1. MoneyGram
  2. JPay
  3. OffenderConnect or ConnectNetWork
  4. AccessCorrections
  5. JailATM
  6. WesternUnion
  7. TouchPayOnline
  8. TigerCommissary
  9. SmartDeposit

JPay, WesternUnion, and MoneyGram are by far the oldest and most trusted money transfer companies.

This is to be noted that you must verify which company can send money to your inmate before sending funds. If your inmate asks you to deposit money into the account of a friend, be careful as this is a sign of illegal activity. If the department finds such activity your inmate and you might possibly be banned from sending and receiving money.

Some authority departments may impose a limit of a maximum $200 of sending money at any time so it is a more accurate way to confirm your limit.

Who can access the money of your inmate you send?

An inmate with fines or restitution could be a hassle to commissary/accept as true with account garnishment. If the inmate has those monetary obligations, they'll be extracted from the inmate’s bank account. It could be a percent or the whole amount counting on the scenario.

We suggest inmates who are going into their bid touch the counselor and make an association in advance. In case you pass in understanding they are taking 20-25% of all deposits is higher than have them take all of it and you discover in the commissary line while the account is zero.


How to Make a Phone Call in the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland?

Calling an inmate in the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) is quite straight forward. There are some rules before you call the inmate.

  1. One should not be banned due to any reason from MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU).
  2. The inmate is in an allowed list whom someone outside the facility can call.
  3. Generally, calling time is 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM but sometimes it is changed due to certain circumstances. It is better to confirm it before you call.
  4. Calling time duration is maximum of 30 minutes and in rush hours or certain occasions, it is reduced to 10 or 15 minutes.

Visitation Rules of the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland

Visiting the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) of Maryland has some common rules defined by the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS). Some facilities have their own rules according to a certain circumstance. MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) is on a rotating visiting schedule.

General visitation rules:

  1. Generally, the visitor is allowed to once a month
  2. Visiting person must not be prior a felon
  3. Must have a photo Government ID such as driving license, ID card, military ID or passport
  4. A legal guardian with proof is required for children below 16 years of age. A birth certificate or any identification for the proof of the age of the minors is required.

Visitors are scanned and searched with metal detectors and scanner when they enter the facility or prison. There bags and cars are also searched for extra security. The visitor may be denied if he/she found with illegal things such as narcotics, prohibited material such as sexually suggestive papers or violence content.

Visitation dress:

  1. Religious dress like burkas, yamakas will be searched
  2. Clothing that matches the inmate dress or staff is not allowed
  3. Dress with a lot of metals buttons or hidden button not allowed
  4. No transparent, skirts, strapless dress
  5. Hair extensions such as wigs are prohibited
  6. No hats, sunglasses, gloves, excessive jewelry and tight clothing
  7. No sexually exposed clothing

You should always bring some extra clothing with you and leave them in your car. Change your cloth in case of any rejection of your dress.


Visitation Timing and Schedule of the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland

Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Note: The Administration department of the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) might have changed timing or visitation rules. It is advised that you must contact them before you visit.


GEO Location Map and Direction of the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - Maryland

Below is a GEO location map and direction of the MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU) - 700 Flat Iron Square Road, Church Hill, Maryland, 21623.

You can click on any area of the map to enlarge it and zoom out the exact location and direction of your interest.



Other Prisons, Jails or Facility Types in the State of Maryland

There are total of 6 types of prisons, jails, and facilities in the state of the Maryland including State Prison type and total 178 prisons, jails, or facilities in the Maryland state including MD DOC - Eastern Pre-Release Unit (EPRU).

Following is a complete directory list and numbers are shown adjacent to each type of prison, jail, or facility in the Maryland state.

Record ID: 6363

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