West Central Regional Juvenile Center

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West Central Regional Juvenile Center Information

West Central Regional Juvenile Center is a 80-bed jail in Moorhead, Clay County, Minnesota. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 218-299-5150.

This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Minnesota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call West Central Regional Juvenile Center at 218-299-5150 for assistance.

Phone: 218-299-5150

Physical Address:
919 8th Avenue N.
Moorhead, MN 56561

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Youth's Full Name
West Central Regional Juvenile Center
729 11th St. N.
Moorhead, MN 56561

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Youth's Full Name
West Central Regional Juvenile Center
729 11th St. N.
Moorhead, MN 56561

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the West Central Regional Juvenile Center?

To search for an inmate in the West Central Regional 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 218-299-5150 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up any offender's court case online with the Minnesota Court Records Online application.

West Central Regional Juvenile Center Inmate Search

The West Central Regional Juvenile Center maintains an average of 80 offenders in custody on any given day. The West Central Regional 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 Clay County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,000 offenders.

The following charts of Clay County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Clay County Corrections Department, the state of Minnesota Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Clay County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Clay County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at West Central Regional Juvenile Center?

Once arrested, the person is taken to West Central Regional Juvenile Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at West Central Regional Juvenile Center include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact West Central Regional Juvenile Center at 218-299-5150.

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Directions / Map to the West Central Regional Juvenile Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Steps to pay bail in Clay County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to West Central Regional Juvenile Center in Moorhead for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 218-299-5150.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Clay County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Clay County, Minnesota, visit the West Central Regional Juvenile Center Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the West Central Regional Juvenile Center? What is the Schedule?

West Central Regional Juvenile Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

919 8th Avenue N.
Moorhead, MN 56561
218-299-5150

  • 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 218-299-5150 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 218-299-5150 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 West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 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 West Central Regional Juvenile Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the West Central Regional Juvenile Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the West Central Regional Juvenile Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the West Central Regional Juvenile Center, and what can I send them?

West Central Regional Juvenile Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The West Central Regional 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 West Central Regional 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:
Youth's Full Name
West Central Regional Juvenile Center
729 11th St. N.
Moorhead, MN 56561



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Youth's Full Name
West Central Regional Juvenile Center
729 11th St. N.
Moorhead, MN 56561



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 West Central Regional 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 West Central Regional 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:
Youth's Full Name
West Central Regional Juvenile Center
729 11th St. N.
Moorhead, MN 56561

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the West Central Regional 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 West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the West Central Regional 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 West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the West Central Regional 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 West Central Regional Juvenile Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 218-299-5150 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Clay County

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

Clay County County Jails
Clay County Juvenile Facilities
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