Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center

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Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center Information

When alternatives to detention and diversion programs through the probation department are unsuccessful, the young offenders throughout Champaign County will find themselves housed at the Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center. It is a secure building that houses juvenile offenders who are charged with crimes and are waiting for their court trials and sentencing, or they are serving a sentence that was given to them by the court. Programming is provided, and often mandatory, to encourage the youths to grow their life skills, social skills, prevent or treat substance abuse and addiction, educational needs are met in cooperation with the local schools, including physical education, and they are provided with healthy meals and snacks, time for exercise, and group discussions or meetings. Each is provided with all their basic needs, both physical and mental, and support for emotional needs as well. It remains in compliance with all regulations and requirements and has a focus on both safety and security for the staff as well as the students, and any visitors. Mail: Juvenile Detention Center 400 South Art Bartell Road Urbana, Illinois 61802 Mail may be sent and received but will be checked for contraband and inappropriate content which will be removed or returned to the sender. Phone: Phone calls are permitted and will be supplied at least once each week to parents, guardians, or grandparents. Visitation: Visits are permitted at least once each week, for parents, guardians, and grandparents only.

Phone: 217-384-3780

Physical Address:
400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, IL 61802

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Resident's Full Name
Juvenile Detention Center
400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, Illinois 61802

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Resident's Full Name
Juvenile Detention Center
400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, Illinois 61802

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How Do You Find Someone in the Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Champaign County 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 217-384-3780 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the  Champaign County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Champaign County 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 Champaign County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,400 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 217-384-3780.

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

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Champaign County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center in Urbana for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 217-384-3780 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Champaign County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Champaign County, Illinois, visit the Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, IL 61802
217-384-3780

  • 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 217-384-3780 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 217-384-3780 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 Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 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 Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Champaign County Juvenile 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 Champaign County Juvenile 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:
Resident's Full Name
Juvenile Detention Center
400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, Illinois 61802



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Resident's Full Name
Juvenile Detention Center
400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, Illinois 61802



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 Champaign County Juvenile 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 Champaign County Juvenile 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:
Resident's Full Name
Juvenile Detention Center
400 South Art Bartell Road
Urbana, Illinois 61802

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Champaign County 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 Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Champaign County 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 Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Champaign County 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 Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-3780 for further assistance.

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

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

Champaign County County Jails
Champaign County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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This facility, known as "Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center, Illinois, Champaign.