Alexander Juvenile Detention Center

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Alexander Juvenile Detention Center Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety operates ten juvenile detention centers including the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center which has 24 beds. These are secure facilities that are intended to protect the safety and security of the residents, the community, and all staff members. Each of these are for temporary holding only and do not maintain any long term detention but house those juveniles who are waiting for their court appearance or are waiting to be placed into a facility at the end of their hearing. Before any detention occurs, the alternatives and diversions are attempted, and while a youth is being held, they will attend frequency court dates to determine if they need to remain in the facility, to address and consider alternatives, or to make other housing arrangements. Upon arrival each will receive a full assessment to determine their educational needs, mental health screening and supports, substance abuse assessments, and medical screening. After the assessment the necessary services are provided quickly, and any needed medical attention is addressed immediately. Once they have been admitted programs are in place to ensure that ongoing education is provided to mirror local schools, medical care is provided in emergency and ongoing situations, and mental health care is provided along with any addictions treatments or other treatments that are necessary. Mail: 928 NC Highway 16 S., Taylorsville, NC 28681 Phones: Juveniles with phone privileges are permitted to contact their parents or guardians throughout the week. Visitation: All visitors must be approved,

Phone: 828-632-1141

Physical Address:
928 NC Highway 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Alexander 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 828-632-1141 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case information online, including the daily court dockets for Alexander County.

Alexander Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Alexander Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 24 offenders in custody on any given day. The Alexander 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 Alexander County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,760 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Alexander Juvenile Detention Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Alexander Juvenile Detention Center for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Alexander Juvenile Detention Center includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 828-632-1141.

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Directions / Map to the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Alexander County

If someone has been booked at Alexander Juvenile Detention Center in Taylorsville, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 828-632-1141.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Alexander County.
  • Property within Alexander County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Alexander County, North Carolina, visit the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Alexander Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

928 NC Highway 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681
828-632-1141

  • 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 828-632-1141 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 828-632-1141 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 Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 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 Alexander Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Alexander Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Alexander Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Alexander 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 Alexander 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:
928 NC Highway 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
928 NC Highway 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681



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 Alexander 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 Alexander 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:
928 NC Highway 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Alexander 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 Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Alexander 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 Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Alexander 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 Alexander Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 828-632-1141 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Alexander County

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

Alexander County County Jails
Alexander County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Alexander Wilkes Caldwell Catawba Iredell
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Search for an Inmate in Alexander County

This facility, known as "Alexander Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as North Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alexander Juvenile Detention Center, North Carolina, Alexander.