If you do not know the inmate's SID number, you can locate it using the official Maryland DPSCS Inmate Locator online. This tool allows you to search by first and last name to retrieve the inmate's current housing location and identification number. ## How to Address the Envelope Once you have the correct identification details, address the envelope clearly. The standard formatting for sending mail to Jessup Correctional Institution is as follows: Inmate Full Name, SID Number Jessup Correctional Institution P.O. Box 534 Jessup, MD 20794
*Note: Mailing addresses and mail processing procedures can change. The Maryland DPSCS occasionally updates its mail delivery system, sometimes routing mail through centralized scanning services. Always verify the current mailing address on the official DPSCS website before sending your letter.* ## Rules and Restrictions for Inmate Mail All incoming mail at Jessup Correctional Institution is opened and inspected for contraband before it is delivered to the inmate. To ensure your mail is accepted, adhere to the following rules: * **Paper and Ink:** Use plain white paper and write in blue or black ink. Do not use colored paper, markers, crayons, or glitter. * **No Embellishments:** Do not include stickers, stamps (other than the postage stamp on the envelope), tape, glue, paperclips, or staples. * **No Scents:** Do not spray the letter or envelope with perfume, cologne, or any other substances. * **Photographs:** You may send photographs, but they must not contain nudity, depict illegal activities, or show hand gestures associated with gangs. Typically, photos must be no larger than 4"x6". * **No Cash or Personal Checks:** Do not send money, checks, or money orders directly in the mail. Funds must be sent through the approved inmate trust account deposit methods.
## Sending Books, Magazines, and Publications If you want to send reading materials to an inmate at Jessup Correctional Institution, you cannot mail them yourself. All books, magazines, and newspapers must be sent directly from the publisher or an approved online distributor. Additionally, publications must meet the following criteria: * They must be paperback; hardcover books are generally prohibited due to security concerns. * The content must not contain sexually explicit material or content that threatens the security of the institution. ## Verifying Current Guidelines
Correctional facility policies regarding mail, package deliveries, and digital messaging options are subject to change. Before sending any correspondence, visit the official Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services website to review the most up-to-date inmate mail policy. You can also contact the Jessup Correctional Institution administration directly to confirm their current mailing procedures.
