Phone: 251-574-1450
Physical Address:
2315 Costarides Street
Mobile, AL 36617
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
c/o James T. Strickland Youth Center
2315 Costarides Street
Mobile, AL 36617
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 251-574-1450 for the information you are looking for.
Mobile County Youth Detention Center Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
The Mobile County Youth Detention Center maintains an average of 119 offenders in custody on any given day. The Mobile County Youth Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Mobile County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 38,940 offenders.
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To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Mobile County Youth Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 251-574-1450.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Mobile County Youth Detention Center Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Mobile County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Mobile County and other Alabama and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Mobile County Youth Detention Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
JUVENILE DETENTION VISITATION POLICY
The James T. Strickland Youth Center is a secure area. All residents’ identities are protected and considered confidential. The visitation policy is strictly enforced.
IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY:
A. Mother/Father
B. Grandparents
C. Brothers and Sisters, age 18 and older only.
Picture I.D. with birth date required for each visit.
D. Any sibling with a different last name from the resident may require prior approval from the court before being allowed to visit.
Only those with approved visitation will be allowed in the building.
The James T. Strickland Youth Center will not serve as a waiting area for unauthorized guests.
Please make arrangements at home for the care of young children and others who will not have access to the building.
Visitation hours are:
Tuesdays – 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Saturdays – 9:00am to 11:00am
Residents are limited to 2 visitors for 15 minutes.
All unauthorized packages, purses, smoking materials, pocket knives or other weapons are not allowed in the building. In order to provide better security for residents, parents, and detention staff please be advised that a metal detector is in use at door 1.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Mobile County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Mobile County?
This facility, known as "Mobile County Youth Detention Center" is also known as James T. Strickland Youth Center, Mobile County Youth Detention Center, Alabama, Mobile.
