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Housing juvenile offenders from the ages of 10 up to 21, there is space for up to 80 detainees in this location at one time, and they are provided in separate housing units to meet the needs of each of the youth. If required, it was designed with the ability to be expanded to an additional 80 beds. When determining housing there is an assessment that includes age, gender, previous behavior in detention facilities, and the seriousness of the charges being faced. Those who are being charged in the same incident will not be permitted to share a housing unit, and each unit contains individual or double cells with a common area. Juveniles will be admitted to the facility under court order, if law enforcement has requested it for the safety of the community until they appear in court, or if they are waiting for their sentencing to occur. Programming is in place to address counseling or therapy needs, education, behavior, life skills, and social skills. The goal of the facility is to provide youth with the tools they need to be successful outside of the facility and to lead healthy and productive lives. Contact is maintained with parents and guardians to ensure they are supported throughout their stay and that they will have a support system after their release. Mail: Juvenile Detention 37W655 Route 38 St. Charles, Illinois 60175 Mail is all checked for contraband to ensure it is safe to enter the facility and any illegal items will be disposed of. Phone: Phones are provided for youth to contact their parents or guardians only, with no incoming calls accepted. Visitation: All parent/guardian JJC visitation must be scheduled in advance by calling 630-406-7480. In person visits occur as follows: SUN DAY 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. TUESDAY 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. THURSDAY 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 8:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m Video Visits occur on the following schedule: MONDAY 5:00 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. 5:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. WEDNESDAY 5:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 5:45 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 7:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 7:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. SATURDAY/HOLIDAYS 9:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Inmate Services

Phone: 630-406-7480

Physical Address:
 37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Juvenile's first and last name
Kane County Juvenile Justice Center
37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center?

To search for an inmate in the Kane County Juvenile Justice 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 630-406-7480 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the  Kane County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

Kane County Juvenile Justice Center Inmate Search

The Kane County Juvenile Justice Center maintains an average of 160 offenders in custody on any given day. The Kane County Juvenile Justice 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 Kane County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 16,000 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Kane County Juvenile Justice Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Kane County Juvenile Justice Center for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Kane County Juvenile Justice Center includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 630-406-7480.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Kane County

If someone has been booked at Kane County Juvenile Justice Center in St. Charles, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 630-406-7480.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Kane County.
  • Property within Kane County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Kane County, Illinois, visit the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center? What is the Schedule?

Kane County Juvenile Justice Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175
630-406-7480

  • 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 630-406-7480 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 630-406-7480 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 Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 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 Kane County Juvenile Justice Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Kane County Juvenile Justice Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Kane County Juvenile Justice 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 Kane County Juvenile Justice 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:
37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175


Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175


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 Kane County Juvenile Justice 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 Kane County Juvenile Justice 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:
37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Kane County Juvenile Justice 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 Kane County Juvenile Justice Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 630-406-7480 for further assistance.

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

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

Kane County County Jails
Kane County Adult Justice Center
Kane County Juvenile Facilities
Kane County Juvenile Justice Center
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Kane Kendall DeKalb DuPage Cook McHenry
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