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Rankin County Juvenile Detention Information

The Rankin County Sheriff’s Juvenile Detention Center houses juveniles who are arrested and charged within the area for a short period of time. Staff focus on creating a safe and secure environment that is positive and supporting change rather than punitive. Programs are active within the facility that provide life skills, social skills, physical education, and academics. Youth are encouraged to interact in positive ways and to help maintain a positive environment. Basic needs are all cared for, including meals that are balanced and nutritious, school that follows the local public schools, laundry for clean bedding, towels, and clothing, along with medical care and dental care, and mental health care is available as needed. Juveniles are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions and decisions, to be accountable to themselves and others, discipline to stay on the schedule that is provided and adhered too, and how to make positive choices in the future. Mail: Any mail that is received will only be accepted through the postal service with a full return address and the name of the sender, and it must be letter or postcard only. Phones: Phone calls are permitted to be made to parents, guardians, or grandparents only. Visitation: Each juvenile is permitted one 30 minute visit each day with visiting hours occurring on Tuesday and Friday 5:30pm-6:45pm, Saturday 8:30am-12pm and 5:30pm-6:35pm, as well as Sunday 5:30pm-6:45pm. Parents, guardians, and grandparents are the only visitors permitted.

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Phone: 601-824-2553

Physical Address:
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Resident's Full Name
Rankin County Juvenile Detention center
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Resident's Full Name
Rankin County Juvenile Detention center
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145

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How Do You Find Someone in the Rankin County Juvenile Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Rankin County Juvenile Detention, 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 601-824-2553 for the information you are looking for.

Rankin County Juvenile Detention 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 Rankin County Juvenile Detention, 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 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

The Rankin County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 84 offenders in custody on any given day. The Rankin County Juvenile Detention 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 Rankin County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,680 offenders.

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About the Rankin County Juvenile Detention

Juvenile Detention: 601-824-2553

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Rankin County Juvenile Detention, call the jail’s booking line at 601-824-2553.

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.

Rankin County Juvenile Detention Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Rankin 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 Rankin 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 Rankin County Juvenile Detention?

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 Rankin County and other Mississippi 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 Rankin County Juvenile Detention 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 Rankin County Juvenile Detention 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 Rankin County Juvenile Detention

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Inmate Visitation

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

Rankin County Juvenile Detention Resident Visitation Schedule

100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
601-824-2553

Only parents, grandparents and legal guardians may have personal visits.
Visits are 30 minutes.

DAY	TIMES
TUESDAY	5:30PM - 6:45PM
FRIDAY	5:30PM - 6:45PM
SATURDAY	8:30AM - 12:00PM 5:30PM - 6:45PM
SUNDAY	5:30PM - 6:45PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 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 Rankin County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Rankin County Juvenile Detention, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.

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