Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center

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Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center Information

Opened in the summer of 1999, the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center houses up to 63 juveniles at one time. Youth may remain in the facility beyond their 18th birthday if they are arrested as a juvenile and are attending Juvenile Court. The mission of the facility is to provide a space that is safe, caring, and provide guidance for the youth to build productive lives that contribute to their community. Accountability is a large focus and is one of the ways in which the youth will progress their personal growth, and the facility will support their change towards positive decisions and choices. Community resources are used to support their progress and to ensure they have the tools they need to build productive and healthy lives. While within the facility each is treated with dignity and respect for the people they are and the people they will become. The space is intended to be a safe, secure facility that not only protects the community but also protects the youth and the staff, ensuring that all are able to complete their tasks and attend their session without worry of safety or security. Counseling is provided, substance abuse is treated, and decision making is taught. Address: 223 N Maxwell Road Peoria, IL 61602 Phone: Outgoing phone calls occur at least once each week to parents or guardians. Visitation: Visiting hours occur Tuesday through Friday from 6pm to 8pm and Saturdays 12:30pm-2:30pm and are scheduled online.

Phone: 309-634-4200

Physical Address:
223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center
223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's first and last name
Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center
223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604

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

To search for an inmate in the Peoria 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 309-634-4200 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the  Peoria County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 63 offenders in custody on any given day. The Peoria 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 Peoria County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 11,260 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Peoria County Juvenile 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 Peoria County Juvenile 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 309-634-4200.

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

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

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center in Peoria 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 309-634-4200 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 Peoria County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Peoria County, Illinois, see the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604
309-634-4200

  • 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 309-634-4200 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 309-634-4200 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

Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center Resident Visitation

223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604
309-634-4200

Tuesday - Friday: 
6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. 
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday: 
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

All visits must be scheduled within 24 hours of the visit.

  • There is a maximum of 2 in-person visitors per scheduled visit, and 1 visitor via Zoom. 
  • Authorized Visitors:  Parents, Guardians, Stepparents, Children 9 years of age or under, Grandparents and Attorneys of Record.
  • The Juvenile's Attorney, Probation Officer, and Case Manager may visit at any time.
  • Visitors may be required to bring proof of marital status or legal guardianship.
  • bring valid photo ID to the visit.

Note: In the event that parents (or other authorized individuals) are unable to visit during regularly scheduled times, special arrangements can be requested (i.e. visitors traveling more than one hour to visit). All will need prior approval from an Assistant Superintendent.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 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 Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Peoria 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 Peoria 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:
Inmate's first and last name
Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center
223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's first and last name
Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center
223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604



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 Peoria 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 Peoria 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:
Inmate's first and last name
Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center
223 North Maxwell Road
Peoria, IL 61604

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Peoria 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 Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Peoria 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 Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Peoria 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 Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 309-634-4200 for further assistance.

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

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

Peoria County County Jails
Peoria County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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