Broward Juvenile Detention Center

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Broward Juvenile Detention Center Information

Broward County Juvenile Detention Center serves the entire county of Broward in Florida. There are 95 beds in the facility, and it houses both male and female young offenders both before their first court d\ate and also during their sentence if they are assigned to detention. School is provided each weekday and each student is expected to attend, either for GED or high school credits or to work on college level courses. In addition to school classes there are programs and sessions for anger management, life skills, substance abuse treatments, counseling, and other programs to prepare each student for their reintegration into the community. Mail: Residents are permitted and encouraged to send and receive mail frequently to maintain connections with friends and family outside of the facility. Each letter is checked for contraband before it is given to the student. All mail must be correctly addressed to the student with their booking ID at 222 NW 22nd Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 Phones: Outgoing phone calls are permitted to approved phone numbers and contacts, and during the time that is provided for calls only. Incoming calls may be accepted during set hours only. Visiting: Visiting hours are provided on Wednesdays from 7pm until 8pm, Saturdays 3:30pm-4:30pm, and Sundays 3:30pm-4:30pm. Only parents, grandparents, and legal guardians are permitted to visit without special approval.

Phone: 954-467-4563

Physical Address:
222 NW 22nd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Resident's first and last name
Broward Juvenile Detention Center
222 NW 22nd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

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How Do You Find Someone in the Broward Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Broward 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 954-467-4563 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Broward County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Broward County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Broward Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Broward Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 95 offenders in custody on any given day. The Broward 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 Broward County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 153,620 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Broward Juvenile Detention Center

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Broward Juvenile Detention Center 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 Broward Juvenile Detention Center:

  • 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 Broward Juvenile Detention Center at 954-467-4563.

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Directions / Map to the Broward Juvenile Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Broward County

After being arrested and booked into Broward Juvenile Detention Center in Ft. Lauderdale, 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 954-467-4563 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 Broward County 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 Broward County, Florida, visit the Broward Juvenile Detention Center Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Broward Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Broward Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Note: The Broward Juvenile Detention Center uses a central location for their video visitation.
The address is NOT the same as the jail. (see address below)


Video Visitation Center
3700 West Oakland Park Blvd.,
Lauderdale Lakes, FL

It is located in between:
NW 31st Ave. and State Road 7
in the Lauderdale Market Place Plaza

954-467-4563

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 60 minutes.
  • You must check in 15 minutes before scheduled visit.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed two one-hour visits per week from the Video Visitation center.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session. That includes minors.
  • Government issued Picture ID is required.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance. You can schedule up to 7 days out.
  • Initial registration approval takes 48 hours.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
MONDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
TUESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
THURSDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
FRIDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
SATURDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM

Broward Juvenile Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visits from home cost $5.00 each.
  • Inmates can have up to four home video visits per week.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
MONDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
TUESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
THURSDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
FRIDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
SATURDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 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 Broward Juvenile Detention Center?

Broward Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Note: The Broward Juvenile Detention Center uses a central location for their video visitation.
The address is NOT the same as the jail. (see address below)


Video Visitation Center
3700 West Oakland Park Blvd.,
Lauderdale Lakes, FL

It is located in between:
NW 31st Ave. and State Road 7
in the Lauderdale Market Place Plaza

954-467-4563

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 60 minutes.
  • You must check in 15 minutes before scheduled visit.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed two one-hour visits per week from the Video Visitation center.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session. That includes minors.
  • Government issued Picture ID is required.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance. You can schedule up to 7 days out.
  • Initial registration approval takes 48 hours.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
MONDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
TUESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
THURSDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
FRIDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
SATURDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM

Broward Juvenile Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visits from home cost $5.00 each.
  • Inmates can have up to four home video visits per week.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
MONDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
TUESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
THURSDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
FRIDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM
SATURDAY 7:45AM - 1:45PM
3:45PM - 9:45PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Broward Juvenile Detention Center only allows postcards to be mailed to inmates. 

Mailing Address:

222 NW 22nd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

Letters in envelopes are NOT allowed.

** Legal Mail is exempt from this. Incoming and outgoing legal mail can be on letters, and in envelopes.

  • Postcards must white, pre-metered cards purchased from the Post Office.
  • Mimimum size of 3 ½ x 5 inches.  
  • Maximum size of 4 ¼ x 6 inches.
  • Ink must be black or blue only.
  • All photos mailed in must be printed on the actual postcards.
  • Photos attached (glued, stapled, paper clipped, etc.) to a postcard in any way will not be accepted.

Unacceptable Postcard forms:

  • Defaced or altered cards;
  • plastic or wrappings on the cards;
  • postcards marked with paint, crayons, watermarks, or stains;
  • postcards with any biohazards to include lipstick or perfumes;
  • postcards depicting nudity; explicit images of sexual activity, suggestive content, weapons, coded messages, or gang references;
  • money, labels, or stickers attached to the postcard; images or the likeness of the recipient inmate or other inmate(s);
  • oversized postcards;
  • fold over multi-layered postcards; and
  • imprinted holograms onto postcards.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Broward 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 Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Broward 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 Broward Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 954-467-4563 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Broward Juvenile Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Broward County

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

Broward County County Jails
Broward County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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This facility, known as "Broward Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as Broward Regional Juvenile Detention Center, Broward Regional Juvenile Detention Center, Florida, Broward.