Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center

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Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center Information

The Thomasville RYDC was renamed the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center. It services the counties of Brooks, Decatur, Grady, Lowndes, Miller, Mitchell, Seminole, and Thomas. All juveniles who are housed at the facility are provided with a safe and secure location for the extent of their detention. As a short term facility, it does not house those who require extended treatment or long term rehabilitation. Any juveniles who are committed to an extended stay will be transferred to the local YDC, where long term housing and programming is provided.

The RYDC offers school each weekday, as well as additional educational opportunities that range from computer literacy classes and vocational training to parenting and social skills, household money management and job searches are also taught. Mental health is protected, and counseling, addictions treatment, and other support is provided for all who attend the facility, and they will also receive all needed medical care and dental care.

Positive social interactions are encouraged, and students will learn how to make healthy choices, take responsibility for their actions, and discipline needed to get to their classes and activities on time.

  • Mail: 101 Oakwood Trace Thomasville, GA 31792-7128.  All mail must be delivered by the postal service and may not be hand delivered. The address must be complete with the full name and identification for the resident and the complete return address of the sender.
  • Phones: Phone calls are permitted at least once each week to the approved contacts at the phone numbers they provide, and additional phone access may be provided.
  • Visitation: At least one onsite visit is offered each week, but often additional remote visits are permitted through use of a smartphone or tablet. Visitors will be contacted with details for their visit.

Phone: 229-227-2790

Physical Address:
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Name
Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's Name
Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 229-227-2790 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Thomas County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Search

The Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 Thomas County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,200 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 229-227-2790.

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Directions / Map to the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center in Thomasville 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 229-227-2790 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 Thomas County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Thomas County, Georgia, see the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128
229-227-2790

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • Only parents, legal guardians and grandparents can visit.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
  • A maximum of 3 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 229-227-2790 FOR APPOINTMENT OR SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY Visits by appt. only
MONDAY Visits by appt. only
TUESDAY Visits by appt. only
WEDNESDAY Visits by appt. only
THURSDAY Visits by appt. only
FRIDAY Visits by appt. only
SATURDAY Visits by appt. only

 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center?

Collect Calls

  • Almost every jail, including Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
  • Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.

Direct Calls

  • Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
  • To find out about Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center phone services, call 229-227-2790 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
  • Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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:
Juvenile's Name
Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Juvenile's Name
Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128



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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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:
Juvenile's Name
Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128

Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center:
Juvenile's Name
Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center
101 Oakwood Trace
Thomasville, GA 31792-7128


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II 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 Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-227-2790 for further assistance.

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This facility, known as "Judge Thomas Jefferson Loftiss II Regional Youth Detention Center" is also known as Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Judge T.J. Loftiss Regional Youth Detention Center, Judge T.J. Loftiss Regional Youth Detention Center, Georgia, Thomas.