Located in Dalton, Georgia, the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center is the regional short term facility for juveniles serving the counties of Catoosa, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens, and Whitfield.
It has space for around 30 youth, and this includes not only juveniles waiting for their trial or their sentencing, but also youth who are young adults that were charged and are being sentenced through the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.
Only those who are charged as adults will be housed at the adult facility for the region. They will receive all needed medical and dental care, as well as support for mental health, treatment for any addictions or substance abuse concerns, and rehabilitation for other issues as well as behavioral therapy where needed. Life skills will develop through the discipline of following the strict routines, responsibility for actions is developed through the following of rules and the experience of the detention, and classwork is focused on with all needed adaptations or adjustments for potential learning difficulties.
Parenting and financial management classes are available, along with religious services for those who attend, group activities during free time, and many other learning opportunities.
The amount of mail received is not limited and youth may receive mail every day of the week, but it will be checked for content before being given to them. Postage is provided each week for two letters to be sent out of the facility, but more can be accessed if the postage is provided by the family.
Phones: Phones calls are permitted to any phone number that has been approved for that individual student, and phones are accessible for regular phone calls.
Visitation: Visitors are approved by the court or the probation officer, and only those who are on the students approved visiting list will be permitted to visit, and they will receive the details of their visits from the staff.
Phone: 706-272-2309
Physical Address:
2735 Underwood Road, NE
Dalton, GA 30721-7499
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Name
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, Ga 30721-7499
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's Name
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, Ga 30721-7499
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Elbert Shaw 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 706-272-2309 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Whitfield County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Search
The Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center maintains an average of 64 offenders in custody on any given day. The Elbert Shaw 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 Whitfield County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,080 offenders.
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When someone is arrested, they are taken to Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center typically involves the following steps:
Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 706-272-2309.
Once booked at Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center in Dalton, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 706-272-2309.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Whitfield County, Georgia, visit the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
2735 Underwood Road, NE
Dalton, GA 30721-7499
706-272-2309
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 706-272-2309 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 |
2735 Underwood Road, NE
Dalton, GA 30721-7499
706-272-2309
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 706-272-2309 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
| 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 Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Elbert Shaw 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 Elbert Shaw 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
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, Ga 30721-7499
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Juvenile's Name
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, Ga 30721-7499
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 Elbert Shaw 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 Elbert Shaw 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
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, Ga 30721-7499
For inmates receiving mail in the Elbert Shaw 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 Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center:
Juvenile's Name
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, Ga 30721-7499
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 Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw 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 Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Elbert Shaw 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 Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Elbert Shaw 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 Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-272-2309 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Whitfield County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Whitfield County?
This facility, known as "Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center" is also known as Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, E. Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center, E. Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center, Georgia, Whitfield.
