Mat-Su Youth Facility

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Mat-Su Youth Facility Information

The Mat-SU Youth Facility is operated by the Division of Juvenile Justice and houses up to 15 students, both male and female, and it opened in 2000. It was a 10 year project and had strong involvement from the community, which has continued through a Citizens Advisory Board, volunteers, and working closely with the Mat-Su Borough School District. Operating under a Restorative Justice framework, the facility aims to address all concerns of residents, to assist victims of violence and trauma, to bring communities together, and provide youth with social skills, life skills, substance abuse treatment and programs, and uses many resources to do so. This secure and safe facility focuses on the whole student, keeping up with schoolwork and classes while also treating all medical needs, mental health concerns, and any addictions or problematic thinking processes. Critical thinking is key in many of the programs and students are encouraged to improve these kills throughout their stay. Residents are also encouraged to be active in the community service opportunities during their stay, as a way to give back to their community and remain involved with the city around them. Transitional services are also provided for those whoa re institutionalized and being released back into the community, and works with families, the court, law enforcement, schools, and other professionals to ensure their successful transition back after their release. Mail: 581 Outer Springer Loop, Palmer, AK 99645 Phones: Phones are available as needed or on approved days and times for the youth to contact their parents or caregivers. Visitation: Visiting days and hours are Sunday 6:30pm – 7:30pm, and Wednesday 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Special visits can be arranged for those who are unable to work with these times. All visitors must be approved in advance, and are limited to parents, guardians, siblings, and in some cases their attorney or clergy.

Phone: 907-746-1630

Physical Address:
581 Outer Springer Loop Rd
Palmer, AK 99645

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Mat-Su Youth Facility
c/o Mat-Su Youth Facility
581 Outer Springer Loop Rd
Palmer, AK 99645

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Mat-Su Youth Facility?

To search for an inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility, 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 907-746-1630 for the information you are looking for.

Mat-Su Youth Facility 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 Mat-Su Youth Facility, 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 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

The Mat-Su Youth Facility maintains an average of 15 offenders in custody on any given day. The Mat-Su Youth Facility 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 Matanuska-Susitna Borough law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 253,980 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Mat-Su Youth Facility

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Mat-Su Youth Facility for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Mat-Su Youth Facility:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Mat-Su Youth Facility at 907-746-1630.

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Directions / Map to the Mat-Su Youth Facility
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Matanuska-Susitna Borough

After being arrested and booked into Mat-Su Youth Facility in Palmer, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 907-746-1630 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Matanuska-Susitna Borough can facilitate the process.
  • Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, visit the Mat-Su Youth Facility Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility? What is the Schedule?

Mat-Su Youth Facility ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

581 Outer Springer Loop Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
907-746-1630

  • 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 907-746-1630 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 907-746-1630 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 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 Mat-Su Youth Facility?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility, and what can I send them?

Mat-Su Youth Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Mat-Su Youth Facility 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 Mat-Su Youth Facility 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:
581 Outer Springer Loop Rd
Palmer, AK 99645



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
581 Outer Springer Loop Rd
Palmer, AK 99645



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 Mat-Su Youth Facility allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Mat-Su Youth Facility 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:
581 Outer Springer Loop Rd
Palmer, AK 99645

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Mat-Su Youth Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Mat-Su Youth Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mat-Su Youth Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-746-1630 for further assistance.

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