Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center

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Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center Information

Located directly within Savannah, the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center accepts students to their public school program who are in grades 6 through 10. It has an average of 13 students at any time, and they are all expected to attend classes Monday through Friday. Both male and female detainees are housed at the location, and it serves Chatham County, Effingham County, and McIntosh County. As a short term facility, most of the youth in the location are waiting for their trial to begin or they are waiting for their sentence to be received. If a short sentence is required, they may serve their full sentence at this location, but those with a longer sentence will be moved to the long term housing facility. Along with regular public school education, computer classes and a library are located onsite, and there are parenting classes, financial literacy classes, life skills and social skills activities, as well as time for exercise and recreation. Address: If you are sending mail to a student at the facility it is necessary to send it through the US Postal Service and it must contain no contraband, no adult content, and no discussion of illegal activities. 191 Carl Griffin Dr, Savannah, GA 31405, USA Phones: Tablets, smartphones, and computers may be used to access both voice and video calls to keep contact between the youth and their immediate family. Their opportunity to make or receive calls will be communicated to the families. Visitation: Video visitation may be conducted onsite in person, or through a video call from an accessible device. Each student has a set time and day they are allowed to make these calls, and those times and days will be communicated to all those on their approved visitation list.
Inmate Services

Phone: 912-652-3880

Physical Address:
 191 Carl Griffin Drive
Savannah, GA 31405

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Juvenile's first and last name
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center
191 Carl Griffin Drive
Savannah, GA 31405

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth 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 912-652-3880 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Chatham County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Search

The Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center maintains an average of 100 offenders in custody on any given day. The Savannah Regional Youth 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 Chatham County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 50,660 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.

It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.

The booking steps at Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center include:

  • Identification verification.
  • Taking mugshots.
  • Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA sample collection.
  • A full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
  • Providing a phone call.

Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 912-652-3880.

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Directions / Map to the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center
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Inmate Bail and Bonding

What are the bail options in Chatham County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center in Savannah for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 912-652-3880 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

  • Cash, credit, and money orders are accepted payment methods.
  • Licensed bail bond agencies in Chatham County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Chatham County, Georgia, see the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

191 Carl Griffin Drive
Savannah, GA 31405
912-652-3880

  • 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 912-652-3880 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 912-652-3880 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center 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:
191 Carl Griffin Drive
Savannah, GA 31405


Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
191 Carl Griffin Drive
Savannah, GA 31405


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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center 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:
191 Carl Griffin Drive
Savannah, GA 31405

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Savannah Regional Youth 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Savannah Regional Youth 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 Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-652-3880 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Chatham County

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

Chatham County County Jails
Chatham County Detention Center
Chatham County Juvenile Facilities
Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Chatham Bryan Effingham Jasper
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Search for an Inmate in Chatham County

This facility, known as "Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center" is also known as Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Savannah Regional Youth Detention Center, Georgia, Chatham.