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The Ocean County Department of Corrections is the main custodian of all adult offenders arrested for violations of laws within the County of Ocean. The safety, welfare and control of all inmates within the Ocean County Jail is the main responsibility of the Department of Corrections and its employees.

The Department of Corrections provides internal and external security for the jail facility as well as for the citizens in the surrounding community at large. The value of any law enforcement agency is defined by the principles that guide it.

Please take a moment to view our department's guiding principles as outlined in our Vision and Values statements.

News/Updates

Ocean County Department of Corrections in full compliance with N.J.A.C.10A:31
In June 2026, the Department of Corrections, through its office of County Services, conducted an inspection on the Ocean County Department of Corrections.

As a result of this inspection, the County of Ocean was found to be in full compliance with the requirements of N.J.A.C 10A:31.

Congratulation on this achievement and we commend our staff for efforts made in preparation for the inspection.
2025 Internal Affairs Summary
2025 Internal Affairs Summary
Internal Affairs: 2025 Snapshot
This sheet contains some top-line facts and figures for Internal Affairs cases closed in 2025.
Detailed breakdowns can be found in the subsequent pages.
Major Discipline Report 2025
Major Discipline Report 2025

Attorney General Law Enforcement Directive No. 2022-14


Important Notice: Scam Alert
Important Notice: Scam Alert
The Ocean County Department of Corrections has been informed of a fraudulent scam targeting the families of incarcerated individuals. Scammers have been contacting family members, claiming that money is required for the release of their loved ones.
Please be advised:
The Ocean County Department of Corrections will never request payment over the phone.

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