Maryland CURE

Maryland CURE is a state chapter of National CURE. While we support many prison ministry and advocacy groups, our mission is to work for changes in the legislative system in support of criminal justice reform.

Prisoners cannot vote, but their family members and friends can. One of the goals of all CURE chapters is to make sure that everyone knows who their legislators are and to assist them in registering to vote. No vote means no voice.

— MARYLAND CURE

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Maryland CURE is a state chapter of International CURE, an organization dedicated to reducing crime through reform of the criminal justice system since 1972. We believe prisons should only be used for those who absolutely must be incarcerated. Prisons should not be used as warehouses for humanity.

Explore the Maryland General Assembly

At the heart of Maryland's legislative process is the General Assembly, a dynamic institution dedicated to shaping the future of our great state. Our resource page serves as your gateway to understanding, engaging, and participating in the legislative affairs that impact every Marylander. Whether you're a concerned citizen, a community leader, or a policymaker, this page is designed to empower you with comprehensive information and tools to navigate the legislative landscape effectively.

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Maryland CURE is a tax-exempt 501(C)(3) non-profit Organization and all donations are tax deductible.

Maryland has 30 jails in 23 counties.

The Prison System- As of December 31, 2020, the number of prisoners under the jurisdiction of the State of Maryland correctional authorities was 15,623 located in 24 state prisons and held in custody of private prisons or local jails. State operated facilities had a budget of $842,375,308. The annual budget for the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is over a billion dollars.

The Community Corrections System- As of December 31, 2020, Maryland community corrections population was 56,551 under probation and 9,490 under parole.

It is estimated that there are almost 24,000 people confined in Maryland prisons with another 14,000 in jails along with close to 100,000 probationers and 14,000 parolees. The annual budget for the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is over a billion dollars.

32,000 of Maryland’s Residents are locked up in various kinds of facilities.

According to Prison Policy Initiative, 2023

Understanding Maryland CURE

​Dear Friends,

We are here to respond to the negative public perception about our population as expressed in the language and concepts used to describe us. When we are not called mad dogs, animals, predators, criminals and other derogatory terms, offenders and other derogatory terms, we are referred to as inmates, convicts, prisoners and felons.

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Ignite change, join the movement and shape a better future for Maryland. Explore our powerful gallery of reform in action now!

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Citizens United for Rehabilitation of Errants (CURE) is a grassroots organization that was founded in Texas in 1972. It became a national organization in 1985.

We believe that prisons should be used only for those who absolutely must be incarcerated and that those who are incarcerated should have all of the resources they need to turn their lives around.

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SKIN IN THE GAME

Maryland CURE is doing wonderfully positive work on the ground in Maryland. We need to take that work further.

People by using the tools that International CURE makes available to state chapters for online advocacy.

Like any business, for it to grow it is important to advertise the good work you are doing. Thanks to programs offered through International CURE, it is easier than ever for the State Chapter to engage supporters grassroots, connect with grassroots organizations to build coalitions and impact legislation through Call-to- Action campaigns.

Read more about the Maryland CURE Action Plan

Join the movement for Criminal Justice System reform in Maryland.

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