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Video visits at Frederick County Detention Center: free on-site visits vs paid remote visits

Frederick County Detention Center offers two video visit options: free visits you do on-site, and paid visits you can do from anywhere. Here's how cost, time limits, and setup compare—so you can choose what works for you.

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Video visits at Frederick County Detention Center: free on-site visits vs paid remote visits

On-site video visitation at Frederick County Detention Center is free. If you can make the trip in person, this is the way to stay connected without spending anything extra.

Remote (off-site) video visits are paid. The rate is $0.30 per minute, so the total cost depends on how long the session runs.

Remote sessions max out at 15 minutes. Plan ahead for what you want to cover - the time goes fast.

Video visits at Frederick County Detention Center: free on-site visits vs paid remote visits

Account Requirement

  • ✓ Create a visitor account at www.PayTelconnect.com before you try to use PayTel video visitation.

It comes down to cost versus convenience. On-site visits are free, making them the better choice if you can get to the Detention Center. Remote visits let you connect from home - or anywhere with internet - but cost $0.30 per minute.

Tip: If you’re planning to use remote visits, set up your PayTelconnect account ahead of time and keep the 15-minute maximum in mind so you’re not scrambling once the session starts.

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