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The Jail System
Maryland has 30 jails in 24 counties, with a jail population of approximately 11,520.
The Prison System
As of December 31, 2016, the Maryland prison population was 19,994 located in 17 prisons, with a staff of 6,703 employees and budget of $793 million.
The Community Corrections System
As of December 31, 2016, the Maryland community corrections population was -- under probation and -- under parole.