Morris County Juvenile Detention

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Morris County Juvenile Detention Information

Morris County Juvenile Detention Center operates with a behavioral management program that permits the youth, ages 12-18, to earn additional privileges during their detention. Within 24 hours of arrest or arrival they will be seen by a judge for a detention hearing that is done through a video conference from the detention center. They will also receive an assessment with the physician who attends the facility or the nurse that is on staff, and a social worker is onsite at all times for any crisis intervention or emergency needs that arise. Ongoing medical, dental, and mental health care is provided. Education is provided for high school credits, but this location does not have a GED program. Three meals are provided each day and one snack, along with having laundry services and recreational time. Juveniles are expected to participate in doing their chores, keeping up with their schoolwork, and engaging in any treatments that are recommended. Letters, phone calls, and visits are provided with immediate family only, to offer support to both the youth and their families during their detention. Mail: Morris County Juvenile Detention Center P. O. Box 900 Morristown, NJ 07963 Phones: On Tuesdays and Thursdays between 4pm and 8pm residents are permitted to call family members who have been previously approved. Only outgoing calls are permitted. Visitation: Only parents, guardians, grandparents, and siblings who are over the age of 16 are permitted to visit during the visiting hours provided. Visiting times for all residents are: Saturdays: 1:15pm – 1:45pm 2:15pm – 2:45pm 3:15pm – 3:45pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm Sundays: 1:15pm – 1:45pm 2:15pm – 2:45pm 3:15pm – 3:45pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm GOLD LEVEL RESIDENTS ONLY: Wednesdays: 9:00pm – 9:30pm

Phone: 973-285-2959

Physical Address:
460 West Hanover Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07963-0900

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Resident's Full Name
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Resident's Full Name
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Morris County Juvenile Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Morris 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 973-285-2959 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case for Morris County or any other court in New Jersey.

Morris County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search

The Morris County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 42 offenders in custody on any given day. The Morris 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 Morris County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 11,400 offenders.

The following charts of Morris 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 Morris County Corrections Department, the state of New Jersey Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Morris 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 Morris 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

How is booking conducted at Morris County Juvenile Detention?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Morris County Juvenile Detention for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Morris County Juvenile Detention:

  • Verifying identification information.
  • Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection.
  • Physical search for contraband or weapons.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Granting a free phone call.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 973-285-2959.

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Directions / Map to the Morris County Juvenile Detention
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for someone arrested in Morris County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Morris County Juvenile Detention in Morristown, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 973-285-2959 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

  • Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
  • You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Morris County.
  • County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Morris County, New Jersey, visit the Morris County Juvenile Detention Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?

Morris County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

460 West Hanover Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07963-0900
973-285-2959

  • 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 973-285-2959 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 973-285-2959 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention?

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

  • Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
  • Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
  • Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Morris County Juvenile Detention, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Morris County Juvenile Detention Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Morris County Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Morris 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 Morris 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:
Resident's Full Name
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Resident's Full Name
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963



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 Morris 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 Morris 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:
Resident's Full Name
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Morris 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Morris 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Morris 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Morris County

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

Morris County County Jails
Morris County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Morris Essex Union Somerset Passaic Sussex Warren Hunterdon
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