Scott County Juvenile Detention Center

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Scott County Juvenile Detention Center Information

With 16 beds, the Scott County Juvenile Detention Center houses both male and female juveniles who are arrested on suspicion of delinquent acts, who are anticipated to not appear at their court date or are a danger to themselves or the community. They are held until their trial or if they are serving a short sentence. A level system allows for students to be rewarded for making positive decisions, participating in activities, and showing personal growth. Ways to work up in the level system include attending all classes and programs, engaging in activities, chores, and having positive social interactions with others. Following the rules and the strict schedules can assist in moving up in the levels, as can showing a willingness to learn new skills and coping mechanisms. Recreational time is provided each day, as well as physical education or exercise, and a library is present. Life skills are taught alongside social skills and other non-academic skills and processes. Students attend regular classes during the week and will have access to the GED program. Mail: All mail must come through the post office and not be hand delivered, it will be opened by the youth in the presence of a staff member and any illegal items will be removed. Adult content is not permitted. Phones: Phones are available around classes and activities, and youth may speak to a mother, father, or grandparent daily. Calls are not monitored by the facility, but calling friends rather than family may result in loss of phone privileges. Phone hours are weekdays 12:15pm-1:15pm and 2:45pm-8:30pm and on the weekends from 12pm to 8:30pm. Visitation: Visiting hours are 12:15-1:15 and 2:45-8:30pm on weekdays and on weekends they are 12pm-8:30pm. Meals and planned activities are the exception. Only parents or grandparents may speak to the youth on the phone. Calling friends instead can result in a pause of phone privileges.

Phone: (563) 326-8686

Physical Address:
500 West 4th Street
Davenport, IA 52801-1106

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
Scott County Juvenile Detention Center
500 West 4th Street
Davenport, IA 52801-1106

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

To search for an inmate in the Scott 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 (563) 326-8686 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's criminal court case and docket schedule online for Jackson County and any other county in Iowa.

Scott County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Scott County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 16 offenders in custody on any given day. The Scott 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 Jackson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 880 offenders.

The following charts of Jackson County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Jackson County Corrections Department, the state of Iowa Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Jackson County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Jackson County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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About the Scott County Juvenile Detention Center
With 16 beds, the Scott County Juvenile Detention Center houses both male and female juveniles who are arrested on suspicion of delinquent acts, who are anticipated to not appear at their court date or are a danger to themselves or the community. They are held until their trial or if they are serving a short sentence. A level system allows for students to be rewarded for making positive decisions, participating in activities, and showing personal growth. Ways to work up in the level system include attending all classes and programs, engaging in activities, chores, and having positive social interactions with others. Following the rules and the strict schedules can assist in moving up in the levels, as can showing a willingness to learn new skills and coping mechanisms. Recreational time is provided each day, as well as physical education or exercise, and a library is present. Life skills are taught alongside social skills and other non-academic skills and processes. Students attend regular classes during the week and will have access to the GED program. Mail: All mail must come through the post office and not be hand delivered, it will be opened by the youth in the presence of a staff member and any illegal items will be removed. Adult content is not permitted. Phones: Phones are available around classes and activities, and youth may speak to a mother, father, or grandparent daily. Calls are not monitored by the facility, but calling friends rather than family may result in loss of phone privileges. Phone hours are weekdays 12:15pm-1:15pm and 2:45pm-8:30pm and on the weekends from 12pm to 8:30pm. Visitation: Visiting hours are 12:15-1:15 and 2:45-8:30pm on weekdays and on weekends they are 12pm-8:30pm. Meals and planned activities are the exception. Only parents or grandparents may speak to the youth on the phone. Calling friends instead can result in a pause of phone privileges.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Scott County Juvenile Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at (563) 326-8686.

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.

Scott County Juvenile Detention Center Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Scott 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 Jackson County and other Iowa 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 Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott County Juvenile Detention Center
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Scott 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 Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 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 Scott County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Scott County Juvenile Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Jackson County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Scott County Juvenile Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select Iowa, then Scott County Juvenile Detention Center, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.
  • NOTE: Scott County Juvenile Detention Center may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Scott County Juvenile Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Jackson County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Scott 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 Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Scott County Juvenile Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Scott County Juvenile Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.

NOTE: Scott County Juvenile Detention Center may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Items" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Scott County Juvenile 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 Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Scott County Juvenile 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 Scott County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call (563) 326-8686 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Jackson County

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

Jackson County County Jails
Jackson County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Jackson Clinton Jones Dubuque Carroll Jo Daviess
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Search for an Inmate in Jackson County

This facility, known as "Scott County Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as (serves Cedar, Clinton, Jackson, Muscatine, Scott counties), Scott County Juvenile Detention Ctr, Scott County Juvenile Detention Ctr, Iowa, Jackson.