Lancaster County Youth Services Center

Q: Does Lancaster County have bail?

Does Lancaster County have bail? Yes, Lancaster County recognizes bail, however, does not permit bail bond companies to operate in the state. Bail is offered as either a personal recognizance or 10% cash bail. Nebraska does not permit property or surety bonds. During bond proceedings, the defendant can have an attorney present but does not have the right to an attorney. Judges in Nebraska rely on a statewide bail schedule, which sets out a recommended range of bail amounts for different offenses. Lancaster County judges can still exercise discretion in setting bail above or below the recommended range. Nebraska does not allow private bond companies but rather the county courts and jailer process the paperwork needed for the bond. The defendant can either pay the full cash amount or ask the court for a cash percentage bond where the defendant pays 10% to the court, which is not returned and covers court costs. The full bail amount will become due if the defendant does not show to court and the court could issue a warrant for arrest with the Sheriff’s department. There may be other conditions for release in addition to the bail amount. Conditions usually include drug testing, abstaining from drug and alcohol use, meeting with a Pretrial Release officer and having no contact with the victim.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Lancaster County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Lancaster County? Lancaster County recognizes either full cash payment or a cash percentage bond where the arrested pays 10% to the court.

Q: Who can set bail in Lancaster County?

Who can set bail in Lancaster County? For misdemeanor cases, bail is set according to an established schedule by the officers processing the booking. Felony cases require a judge to set bail.

Q: When is bail set in Lancaster County Nebraska?

When is bail set in Lancaster County Nebraska? For misdemeanor cases the bail is set according to a schedule and that information will be available during booking. Felony cases require a bail hearing in front of a judge. This hearing is normally scheduled for the next available court date. According to Nebraska state law, the hearing must be scheduled within 48 hrs. of arrest.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Lancaster County Youth Services Center? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Lancaster County Youth Services Center, call the jail’s booking line at 402-441-7090. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Lancaster County Youth Services Center Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Lancaster County?

What happens during booking in Lancaster County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Lancaster County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

What is the booking process like at the Lancaster County Youth Services Center? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Lancaster County and other Nebraska and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Lancaster County Youth Services Center will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 402-441-7090 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Lancaster County Youth Services Center booking process take?

How long does the Lancaster County Youth Services Center booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Lancaster County Youth Services Center? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Lancaster County Youth Services Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

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To search for an inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services 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 402-441-7090 for the information you are looking for.

Lancaster County Youth Services 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 Lancaster County Youth Services 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 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

The Lancaster County Youth Services Center maintains an average of 60 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lancaster County Youth Services 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 Lancaster County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 21,200 offenders.

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Question 2

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Youth Services Ceter: 402-441-7090

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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Booking process details at Lancaster County Youth Services Center

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Lancaster County Youth Services 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 Lancaster County Youth Services 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 402-441-7090.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Lancaster County Youth Services Center

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to post bail for a loved one in Lancaster County

Once booked at Lancaster County Youth Services Center in Lincoln, 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 402-441-7090.

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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster County, Nebraska, visit the Lancaster County Youth Services Center Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center? What is the Schedule?

Lancaster County Youth Services Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1200 Radcliff Street
Lincoln, NE 68512
402-441-7090

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 402-441-7090 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 402-441-7090 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

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Visits are on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Call 402-441-7090 to schedule an appointment.

Parents, legal guardians and siblings only. Three visitors maximum per visit. IDs required.
Arrive 10 to 30 minutes prior to the scheduled visiting time to visit.

A Pod
Setup through Zoom

B Pod
Wednesday 3:15 – 4:15PM
Saturday 12:30 – 1:30PM

C Pod
Wednesday 5:30 – 6:30PM
Saturday 10:15 – 11:15AM

D Pod
Wednesday 6:45 – 7:45PM
Saturday 9:00 – 10:00AM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Lancaster County follow these instructions:

Lancaster County Youth Services Center uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
Choose Nebraska.
Choose Lancaster County Youth Services Center
Select your Inmate.
Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Lancaster County Youth Services Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

Adding funds to your account - $3.00
Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
Cost of an interstate (ex. Nebraska to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
Cost of an intrastate (ex. Nebraska to Nebraska) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Lancaster County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center, and what can I send them?

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Lancaster County Youth Services 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 Lancaster County Youth Services 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:
1200 Radcliff Street
Lincoln, NE 68512

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1200 Radcliff Street
Lincoln, NE 68512

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 Lancaster County Youth Services Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Lancaster County Youth Services 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:
1200 Radcliff Street
Lincoln, NE 68512

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lancaster County Youth Services Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Lancaster County Youth Services 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 Lancaster County Youth Services Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-441-7090 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Lancaster County Youth Services Center? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails in Lancaster County

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

Lancaster County County Jails

Lancaster County Jail

Lancaster County Juvenile Facilities

Lancaster County Youth Services Center

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Question 16

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Lancaster County Youth Services Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Visits are on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Call 402-441-7090 to schedule an appointment.

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Search for an Inmate in Lancaster County

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Search for an Inmate in Lancaster County

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Information

Booking process details at Lancaster County Youth Services Center

How to post bail for a loved one in Lancaster County

Lancaster County Youth Services Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Visits are on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Call 402-441-7090 to schedule an appointment.

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Lancaster County Youth Services Center?

Lancaster County Youth Services Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

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