St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center

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St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center Information

The St Louis City Juvenile Detention Center is staffed around the clock and can take new admittance at any time. They house all juveniles from the city who are arrested, waiting for their trial, or who have been adjudicated and sentenced to a set period of time within the facility. A stay at the facility may range from just a few days to over 90 days, depending upon the reason for their detention and the seriousness of any charges they are facing. Along with residential units for both male and female detainees, there is also a medical unit, full food services, housekeeping, Griscom school to maintain their classwork and school grades, a programming unit that provides additional learning opportunities and treatments, a detention alternatives program to help divert youth away from detention, and an intake and admissions area. Right after their admission each juvenile is permitted to call their parent or guardian, legal representation, and their employer if they have one. A strict schedule is maintained that includes school, recreation, time and supplies for writing letters, and phone calls as well as visits. Juveniles must remain on schedule, attend any counseling that is required, attend each court date, and follow the rules of the facility. Mail: Juvenile Detention Center 3847 Enright Avenue St. Louis, Missouri 63108 Phones: Phone calls home Wednesdays 7pm – 9pm Saturdays 9:30am – 11:30am Sundays 7pm – 9pm Visitation: Family visitation times Sundays 1pm – 2pm Tuesdays 10am – 11am Thursdays 7pm – 8pm

Phone: 314-552-2194

Physical Address:
3847 Enright Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center
3847 Enright Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108

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How Do You Find Someone in the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the St. Louis City 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 314-552-2194 for the information you are looking for. 

You can also look up an St. Louis City inmate's criminal court case online.

St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

The St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 75 offenders in custody on any given day. The St. Louis City 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 St. Louis City law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 82,560 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 314-552-2194.

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Directions / Map to the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in St. Louis City

Once someone is booked at St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center in St. Louis after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 314-552-2194 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in St. Louis City can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in St. Louis City, Missouri, see the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

3847 Enright Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-552-2194

  • 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 314-552-2194 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 314-552-2194 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 St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 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 St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center, and what can I send them?

St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The St. Louis City 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 St. Louis City 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:
3847 Enright Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
3847 Enright Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108



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 St. Louis City 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 St. Louis City 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:
3847 Enright Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63108

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the St. Louis City 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 St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the St. Louis City 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 St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the St. Louis City 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 St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-552-2194 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in St. Louis City

What are the other City and County Jails in St. Louis City?

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Search for an Inmate in St. Louis City

This facility, known as "St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as St. Louis Family Court - Juvenile Division, St. Louis Juvenile Criminal Court.