Massachusetts Inmate Directory

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The State of Massachusetts has 19 Jails across 14 Counties which includes Middlesex County, Worcester County, Essex County, Suffolk County, Norfolk County and others.

Massachusetts, nicknamed “The Bay State” for its abundance of bays and harbors, is known for its rich history, prestigious universities, and iconic cities like Boston.

  • Capital City: Boston
  • Population: As of 2022, Massachusetts has a population exceeding 7.0 million people.
  • Correctional Facilities: Massachusetts has a centralized correctional system overseen by the Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC). The DOC manages 19 state prisons and uses county jails for pre-trial detention and shorter sentences.
  • Prison Population: Massachusetts has a unique story when it comes to incarceration. It boasts the lowest incarceration rate in the nation. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the state has an adult incarceration rate of 103 per 100,000 residents as of 2021. This is significantly lower than the national average. The total state prison population in Massachusetts is estimated to be around 6,200 inmates.
  • Probation Population: Massachusetts utilizes a probation system to supervise offenders following release or as an alternative to incarceration. The probation population is significant, with estimates exceeding 38,000 individuals (2021).
  • Violent Crime Rate: Violent crime rates encompass serious offenses like murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program data for 2021, Massachusetts’s violent crime rate ranked 42nd highest in the nation. This is lower than the national average

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Resources for Further Information:


MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

MASSACHUSETTS INMATE LOCATOR