Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center

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Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Information

The Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center is located in Steubenville, OH and has accommodations that are suitable for minimum security as well as medium security needs for youth offenders in the area. Segregation is available for youth you require separation from the general population for safety or health reasons. It is located within the same location as the Jefferson Juvenile Court, allowing for easy transportation for all court dates and needs, and is also the facility that is responsible for probation, community service, and works with the alternative school for students who are at risk of being expelled or who have truancy issues. Each program and unit of the facility is aimed at encouraging youth to maintain their education, learn necessary life skills, and to avoid their return to the detention center in the future. They are permitted limited communication and access to their immediate family, and are not permitted to call or have visits from friends during their stay at the facility. Location: 16001 State Route 7 PO Box 549 Steubenville, OH 43952 Phones: Outgoing phone calls are permitted on a limited basis and only to immediate family. Visitation: Visiting hours are determined by housing unit and may be based upon behavioral expectation. It is necessary to contact the facility to register for visits before they can be scheduled, and only parents or guardians are permitted without special permission.

Phone:

Physical Address:
16001 State Route 7
Steubenville, OH 43952

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How Do You Find Someone in the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Jefferson County 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 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Jefferson County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 20 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,400 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center at .

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

Steps to pay bail in Jefferson County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center in Steubenville for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact .

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Jefferson County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Jefferson County, Ohio, visit the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

16001 State Route 7
Steubenville, OH 43952

  • 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 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 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

Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Visiting Hours
Tuesday & Wednesday: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm


Visitor Rules

  • Visitors are strictly limited to parents, grandparents, legal guardians or custodians.
  • Visitors must schedule at least 24 hours in advance.
  • To schedule a visit, please call: (740) 283-8684

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 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 Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center?

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

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

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

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

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

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County 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:
16001 State Route 7
Steubenville, OH 43952



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
16001 State Route 7
Steubenville, OH 43952



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 Jefferson County 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 Jefferson County 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:
16001 State Route 7
Steubenville, OH 43952

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

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Inmate Commissary

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

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

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Inmate Tablets

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

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Are there photos of the Jefferson County Juvenile Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Jefferson County

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

Jefferson County County Jails
Jefferson County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Jefferson Belmont Harrison Carroll Columbiana Hancock Brooke Ohio
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