Shelby County Juvenile Detention

To search for an inmate in the Shelby 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 205-669-3990 for the information you are looking for.

Shelby 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 Shelby 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 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

The Shelby County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 34 offenders in custody on any given day. The Shelby 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 Shelby County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,680 offenders.

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

Shelby County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

222 McDow Road
Columbiana, AL 35051
205-669-3990

• Visits are 30 minutes.
• You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
• The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 205-669-3990 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
• Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
• Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
• Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 205-669-3990 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

Shelby County Juvenile Detention Visitation Schedule

All visits must be approved in advance. Call 205-669-3990 to schedule.

• All visitations will be restricted to parent(s), grandparent(s) and/or guardian(s) unless special permission is obtained from the probation officer of the youth. If the parents do not live in the same household they may schedule separate visits.
• Youth will be limited to only two visitors at a time and must be approved by the JPO.
• All visitors must have an appointment with the Shelby County Regional Juvenile Detention 
  
  SATURDAY
  9:00 A.M. UNTIL 11:00 A.M.
  1:00 P.M. UNTIL 5:00 P.M.
  
  SUNDAY
  9:00 A.M. UNTIL 11:00 A.M.
  1:00 P.M. UNTIL 5:00 P.M.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

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

Shelby County Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Shelby County Juvenile Detention allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Shelby County Juvenile Detention also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Juvenile's Name
Shelby County Juvenile Detention
222 McDow Rd.
P.O. Box 736
Columbiana, AL 35051

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
222 McDow Road
Columbiana, AL 35051

Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Shelby County Juvenile Detention allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Shelby County Juvenile Detention standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
222 McDow Road
Columbiana, AL 35051

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Shelby 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 Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Shelby 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 Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Shelby 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 Shelby County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-669-3990 for further assistance.

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