After 40 years of service, Lt. Colonel William “Vic” DeLauter has retired from his role as Warden and Corrections Bureau Chief at the Frederick County Adult Detention Center. DeLauter, who began his career in 1985, officially stepped down on May 1, concluding a lengthy and impactful tenure that saw major developments in the county’s correctional system.
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DeLauter rose through the ranks over the years, starting as a correctional officer before taking on a variety of leadership positions. These included Work Release Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Director of Security, and Assistant Bureau Chief, among others. He was appointed Bureau Chief in 2010, a position he held for 15 years. During his leadership, the detention center experienced key facility upgrades, including a modernized medical wing, new security features, and the integration of inmate communication technologies.
DeLauter also oversaw initiatives such as Central Booking and the Work Release Program and supported reentry services to assist inmates transitioning back into the community. His work contributed to the facility’s efforts toward accreditation and broader institutional improvement.
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A native of Frederick, DeLauter’s service extended beyond the county. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War as a Coxswain in the Mekong River Delta. In addition to his military background, he was a certified instructor for state correctional training commissions and participated in professional associations across the Mid-Atlantic region. He also completed specialized leadership training through state and federal programs.
DeLauter’s departure marks the end of a notable chapter for the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office, which expressed deep appreciation for his four decades of service and wished him well in retirement.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from a press release by the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.
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