Vigo County Juvenile Center

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Vigo County Juvenile Center Information

The Vigo County Juvenile Justice Center is operated by the Vigo County Sheriff and it is maintained to meet all of the standards both federal and state. Full meals are provided and balanced nutritionally, along with both mental and physical health care. Therapy, counseling, and other services are provided for youth who require them, and a full assessment is conducted upon admission. The center houses not only the detention center but also the probation offices, and youth are sent to this facility through the courts for delinquency, guardianship, support concerns, and more. Combining services at the location allow for continuity of care and consideration off all needs and concerns. Health and mental health care are both provided, and medications are given to youth as prescribed, provided they are in the original packaging with instructions. Youth are released from the facility when they have been determined to be not guilty, when they are transferred to an alternative housing facility, or if they have completed a short sentence and are due to be released. Education is provided onsite by teachers through the local schoolboard, along with other opportunities to learn new life skills and practice social skills. Mail: 202 Crawford St, Terre Haute, Indiana 47802 All mail must be delivered by the postal service and may not be dropped off by family members or friends. It will be checked for contraband. Phones: Youth are permitted at least one phone call to their parents or guardians each week. Visitation: Visits are to occur at least one day each week for each of the youth in the facility. Parents and guardians are approved visitors and others may be approved by special request.

Phone: 812-462-3414

Physical Address:
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Name
Vigo County Juvenile Detention
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's Name
Vigo County Juvenile Detention
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Vigo County Juvenile Center?

To search for an inmate in the Vigo County Juvenile 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 812-462-3414 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up information on any Adult Criminal Court Case. If you need a Public Defender, a criminal lawyer paid for by the state, check out this page that keeps updated lists of them.

Vigo County Juvenile Center Inmate Search

The Vigo County Juvenile Center maintains an average of 17 offenders in custody on any given day. The Vigo County Juvenile 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 Vigo County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,420 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Booking process details at Vigo County Juvenile Center

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Vigo County Juvenile 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 Vigo County Juvenile Center typically involves the following steps:

  • Identifying the individual.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Conducting a full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal property.
  • Allowing a phone call.

Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 812-462-3414.

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

How to post bail for a loved one in Vigo County

Once booked at Vigo County Juvenile Center in Terre Haute, 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 812-462-3414.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

  • Bail can be paid in cash, by credit card, or with a money order.
  • Licensed bail bondsmen in Vigo County can assist with the process.
  • Property within the county can also be used to pay bail.

For more details on the bail process in Vigo County, Indiana, visit the Vigo County Juvenile Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Vigo County Juvenile Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807
812-462-3414

  • 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 812-462-3414 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 812-462-3414 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

Vigo County Juvenile Center uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Vigo County Juvenile Center
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 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 Vigo County Juvenile Center?

Vigo County Juvenile Center uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Vigo County Juvenile Center
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Vigo County Juvenile Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Vigo County Juvenile 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 Vigo County Juvenile 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
Vigo County Juvenile Detention
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Juvenile's Name
Vigo County Juvenile Detention
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807



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 Vigo County Juvenile 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 Vigo County Juvenile 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
Vigo County Juvenile Detention
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807

Vigo County Juvenile Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Vigo County Juvenile 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 Vigo County Juvenile Center:
Juvenile's Name
Vigo County Juvenile Detention
202 Crawford Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807


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 Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Vigo County Juvenile 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 Vigo County Juvenile Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-462-3414 for further assistance.

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

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

Vigo County County Jails
Vigo County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate in Vigo County

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