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Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Information

Leon Regional Juvenile Detention Center is the regional facility that houses the juvenile offenders of several surrounding counties, allowing them to share the financial and space requirements of a large and secure facility. With updated security, advanced programming, and ongoing training, each of the youth at the facility are encouraged to embrace responsibility and to address any substance abuse or mental health concerns that they are facing. A focus is maintained on improving life and social skills along with attending school during the week and physical activity for both mental and physical health. Family reunification is important for the success of the youth and the programs, so phone calls and visits are encouraged as often as possible, with the staff keeping parents or guardians updated frequently. Juveniles will be held at this location while they are waiting for their first court date, which occurs within 24 hours of their arrival, or until they are sentenced, or even during a short sentence. Mail: When sending mail to a youth at this facility it must be correctly addressed to them at the location, and it must have a full return address to be accepted. Contraband is not permitted and will be removed and returned or destroyed. 2303 Ronellis Drive Tallahassee, FL 32310 Phones: Phone calls are one of the ways students remain involved with their family, and they are encouraged to call regularly. Approved numbers include parents and legal guardians, but special permission may be received to call others as well. Visiting: Visits are key to family reunification and all parents, guardians, and grandparents are approved for visitation, with the possibility of having additional visitors approved through the facility. Visiting hours occur on Wednesday 6pm-7pm and Sunday 2pm-3pm.
Inmate Services

Phone: 850-488-7672

Physical Address:
 2303 Ronellis Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32310

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Juvenile's first and last name
Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center
2303 Ronellis Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32310

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How Do You Find Someone in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile 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 850-488-7672 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Jefferson County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Jefferson County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 56 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jefferson County Juvenile 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 Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,420 offenders.

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About the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center
Leon Regional Juvenile Detention Center is the regional facility that houses the juvenile offenders of several surrounding counties, allowing them to share the financial and space requirements of a large and secure facility. With updated security, advanced programming, and ongoing training, each of the youth at the facility are encouraged to embrace responsibility and to address any substance abuse or mental health concerns that they are facing. A focus is maintained on improving life and social skills along with attending school during the week and physical activity for both mental and physical health. Family reunification is important for the success of the youth and the programs, so phone calls and visits are encouraged as often as possible, with the staff keeping parents or guardians updated frequently. Juveniles will be held at this location while they are waiting for their first court date, which occurs within 24 hours of their arrival, or until they are sentenced, or even during a short sentence. Mail: When sending mail to a youth at this facility it must be correctly addressed to them at the location, and it must have a full return address to be accepted. Contraband is not permitted and will be removed and returned or destroyed. 2303 Ronellis Drive Tallahassee, FL 32310 Phones: Phone calls are one of the ways students remain involved with their family, and they are encouraged to call regularly. Approved numbers include parents and legal guardians, but special permission may be received to call others as well. Visiting: Visits are key to family reunification and all parents, guardians, and grandparents are approved for visitation, with the possibility of having additional visitors approved through the facility. Visiting hours occur on Wednesday 6pm-7pm and Sunday 2pm-3pm.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 850-488-7672.

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.

Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Jefferson County?

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 Jefferson 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.

What is the booking process like at the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

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 Jefferson County and other Florida 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.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

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.

What happens after booking?

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 Jefferson County Juvenile 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.

How long does the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Booking process take?

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.

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Directions / Map to the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center
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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Jefferson County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

For all the information regarding phone calls with Jefferson County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile 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 Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile 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 Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Jefferson County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel. 

How inteleMESSAGE Works

  1. The Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
  2. Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages. 
  3. When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Jefferson County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
  4. An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging. 
  5. You must visit the Pay Tel website, login to your account, and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link in order to send or check for messages. You will not be notified of messages by any other method.
  6. All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
  7. If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
  8. Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.

Cost to send messages

  1. The sender of the message is charged $.50 per message. Rates are subject to change.
  2. For friends and family outside of a facility, this amount is deducted from the prepaid account balance or charged to your direct bill account.
  3. For inmates, the amount is charged to the inmate and deducted from the inmate’s debit account.
  4. There is no charge to read a message that was sent to you.

Paytel App Download

Check to see if Tablets are Available in Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Jefferson County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center follow these steps:

How inteleMESSAGE Works

  • The Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
  • Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages. 
  • When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Jefferson County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.

For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Jefferson County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center for a small monthly fee.  


Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:

  • Phone Calls
  • Messages (email / texts)
  • Educational applications
  • Entertainment (movies, games, television, music)
  • Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center information (rules, guidelines, visitation schedules, etc.)
  • Legal research
  • Medical requests
  • Programs (anger management, drug recovery, job skills, parenting, etc.)

Contact Paytel online, or call the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center directly at 850-488-7672 to rent a tablet for your inmate.

If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:

Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center

How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Jefferson County? Read the following:


Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:

  • Phone Calls
  • Messages (email / texts)
  • Educational applications and Entertainment
  • Legal Research
  • and much more!

Contact Paytel online, or call the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center directly at 850-488-7672 to rent a tablet for your inmate.

To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-488-7672 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Jefferson County

What are the other City and County Jails in Jefferson County?

Jefferson County County Jails
Jefferson County Jail
Jefferson County Juvenile Facilities
Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Leon Regional Juvenile Detention Center
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jefferson County?

Jefferson Taylor Wakulla Leon Madison Thomas Brooks
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Search for an Inmate in Jefferson County

This facility, known as "Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as Leon Regional Juvenile Detention Center, (Serves the following counties: Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, Franklin, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla), Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Ctr, Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Ctr, Florida, Jefferson.