Second Chances Farm

Second Chances Farm Opens

A partnership with the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and DPSCS brings an innovative approach to restorative justice through enhancing offender job skills and work ethic prior to release, while supporting Maryland’s rich history of horse racing by caring for retired racehorses.
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DPSCS In The News

DPSCS Press Releases

Employment Video

Secretary’s 2008 Report

Learn how DPSCS has been tireless in its efforts to improve the quality of life in Maryland by Keeping Communities Safe, Believing in Human Capital and making Public Safety Work for all involved.

Second Chances Farm Opens

Institutional Safety

See our quick fact sheet on DPSCS efforts to improve the safety and security of our institutions through contraband interdiction, improved intelligence and technology, and tougher standards for staff.

DPSCS Reaches 200,000 Trees Planted

Public Safety Works

Whether In the Community, For the Environment or Rebuilding Lives, the DPSCS Public Safety Works efforts are key rehabilitative programs that benefit not only our offender population but also Maryland’s economy, environment and public safety.

MCE Planting Bay Grasses

MCE Planting Bay Grasses

Maryland Correctional Enterprises has grown more than 20,000 native bay grasses to be planted in the Chesapeake Bay area. This initiative will not only employ inmates in a lucrative industry, but contribute to the sustainability of our natural resources.