Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention is a 30-bed jail located in Grand Forks, Grand Forks County, North Dakota. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 701-780-8224.
This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.
The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the North Dakota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention at 701-780-8224 for assistance.
Phone: 701-780-8224
Physical Address:
1701 North Washington
PO Box 5244
Grand Forks, ND 58206-5244
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Grand Forks Co. 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 701-780-8224 for the information you are looking for. You can use an online app to look up an offender's criminal court case, their charges, court schedule and final disposition of their case.
Grand Forks Co. 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 Grand Forks Co. 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 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
The Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Grand Forks Co. 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 Grand Forks County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,500 offenders.
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After an arrest, individuals are taken to Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention 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 Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention includes the following steps:
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 701-780-8224.
If someone has been booked at Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention in Grand Forks, 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 701-780-8224.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
For a full guide to the bail process in Grand Forks County, North Dakota, visit the Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?
1701 North Washington
PO Box 5244
Grand Forks, ND 58206-5244
701-780-8224
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 701-780-8224 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 Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Grand Forks Co. 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 Grand Forks Co. 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:
1701 North Washington
PO Box 5244
Grand Forks, ND 58206-5244
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1701 North Washington
PO Box 5244
Grand Forks, ND 58206-5244
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 Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention 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 Grand Forks Co. 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:
1701 North Washington
PO Box 5244
Grand Forks, ND 58206-5244
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. 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 Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Grand Forks Co. 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 Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Grand Forks Co. 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 Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-780-8224 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Grand Forks County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Grand Forks County?
This facility, known as "Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention" is also known as Grand Forks Co. Juvenile Detention, North Dakota, Grand Forks.
