St. Louis County Juvenile Detention

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St. Louis County Juvenile Detention Information

Housing all juveniles who are arrested, charged, or adjudicated to the facility for the county and surrounding areas, the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention Center is to be a short term holding facility for youth who are under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court. They may be detained if they are considered to be a threat to themselves or to someone else, or if they have failed to appear at court hearings previously. The purpose of the facility is to provide a safe and secure environment for the youth, the staff, and any visitors, while also providing education, food and nutrition, medical and dental care, support for mental health, all their basic care and requirements, and opportunities to socialize with other youth and to improve social skills. Psychiatric care is provided for those who require it, with a mental health therapist and counselors who are onsite up to 40 hours each week. School is provided through the local school district and all teachers are licensed and trained to provide not only basic education but advanced topics and to adjust to all special needs or adaptations for the classroom. Mail: Juveniles may send and receive mail each weekday, as it comes via the postal system. Time and supplies are provided for writing letters. Phones: 10 minute phone calls are provided every other day, and they may call a parent, guardian, or caretaker, who are also able to call the facility to speak to their youth as often as three times each week during calling hours. Visitation: 3 visits each week are permitted for parents or guardians and can be scheduled by calling the control desk at 314-615-2996.

Phone: 314-615-2996

Physical Address:
105 South Central Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105

Mailing Address (personal mail):

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

To search for an inmate in the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention, 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 314-615-2996 for the information you are looking for. 

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

St. Louis County Juvenile Detention 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 County Juvenile Detention, 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 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for St. Louis County Juvenile Detention

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at St. Louis County Juvenile Detention. 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 St. Louis County Juvenile Detention 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 314-615-2996.

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

What are the bail options in St. Louis County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to St. Louis County Juvenile Detention in St. Louis 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 314-615-2996 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 St. Louis County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in St. Louis County, Missouri, see the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

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

St. Louis County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

105 South Central Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105
314-615-2996

  • 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 314-615-2996 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 314-615-2996 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 County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 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 County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

St. Louis County Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The St. Louis County Juvenile Detention 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 County Juvenile Detention 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:
105 South Central Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
105 South Central Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105



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 County Juvenile Detention 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 County Juvenile Detention 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:
105 South Central Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63105

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention, 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 County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention 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 County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention 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 County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-2996 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the St. Louis County Juvenile Detention? What does it look like?
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