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Operated by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, the Durhan Youth Detention Center has 14 beds and accepts both male and female juveniles. This is a secure facility for those who are waiting for a court date, who are being held for the safety of themselves or the community, or those who are sentenced to a term of detention and are waiting for transfer to a long term facility. Before being assigned to any housing unit, there is an assessment during the intake process, that will be used to create a program for that juvenile. The assessment including educational assessment to determine grade level and necessary accommodations or testing including GED testing, a medical assessment to arrange any prescriptions to be delivered to create care plans for all medical needs, a mental health assessment to create a treatment plan, and the determination of any substance use or abuse that can be addressed as well. Each program is designed to support the needs of the student and to provide opportunities for treatment and education, as well as supporting personal growth, development of life skills, and improving social skills. As a secure facility there is a high level of security and officers interact with the students daily. Mail: 2432 Broad Street, Durham, NC 27704 Mail is delivered by the postal service and must have both an address and return address to be delivered. Phones: Phone use is a privilege that can be lost based upon behavior, allowing juveniles to call their parents or guardians each week. Visitation: If parents, guardians, or others are granted visits they will be provided with the day and time of those visits.
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Phone: 919-560-0840

Physical Address:
 2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Juvenile's Name
Durham County Youth Home
2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704

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How Do You Find Someone in the Durham Youth Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Durham Youth 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 919-560-0840 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case information online, including the daily court dockets for Durham County.

Durham Youth Detention Inmate Search

The Durham Youth Detention maintains an average of 14 offenders in custody on any given day. The Durham Youth 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 Durham County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 15,000 offenders.

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About the Durham Youth Detention
Operated by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, the Durhan Youth Detention Center has 14 beds and accepts both male and female juveniles. This is a secure facility for those who are waiting for a court date, who are being held for the safety of themselves or the community, or those who are sentenced to a term of detention and are waiting for transfer to a long term facility. Before being assigned to any housing unit, there is an assessment during the intake process, that will be used to create a program for that juvenile. The assessment including educational assessment to determine grade level and necessary accommodations or testing including GED testing, a medical assessment to arrange any prescriptions to be delivered to create care plans for all medical needs, a mental health assessment to create a treatment plan, and the determination of any substance use or abuse that can be addressed as well. Each program is designed to support the needs of the student and to provide opportunities for treatment and education, as well as supporting personal growth, development of life skills, and improving social skills. As a secure facility there is a high level of security and officers interact with the students daily. Mail: 2432 Broad Street, Durham, NC 27704 Mail is delivered by the postal service and must have both an address and return address to be delivered. Phones: Phone use is a privilege that can be lost based upon behavior, allowing juveniles to call their parents or guardians each week. Visitation: If parents, guardians, or others are granted visits they will be provided with the day and time of those visits.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Durham Youth Detention?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Durham Youth Detention, call the jail’s booking line at 919-560-0840.

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.

Durham Youth Detention Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham Youth 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 Durham County and other North Carolina 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 Durham Youth 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 Durham Youth 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 Durham Youth Detention
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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Durham Youth Detention? What is the Schedule?

Durham Youth Detention Visitation Schedule

2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704
919-560-0840

  • Visiting hours are Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  
  • Visitation with each child is limited to 15 minutes per visit due to limited visitation space for residents and family.
  • Exceptions can be made to this policy for parents whose work schedule prevents them from visiting during the normal visiting hours.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 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 Durham Youth Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Durham Youth Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Durham Youth Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Durham Youth 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 Durham Youth Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Durham Youth Detention, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Durham Youth Detention using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Durham Youth 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 Durham Youth Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Durham Youth Detention? What does it look like?
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Other Jails in Durham County

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

Durham County County Jails
Durham County Detention Center
Durham County Juvenile Facilities
Durham Youth Detention
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Durham Chatham Orange Person Wake Granville
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This facility, known as "Durham Youth Detention" is also known as Durham County Juvenile Detention, Durham Youth Detention, North Carolina, Durham.