Mahoning County Juvenile Detention

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Mahoning County Juvenile Detention Information

The MCJDC, short for Mahoning County Juvenile Detention Center provides for the protection and care of the youth offenders who are detained in the facility and who are serving a required sentence. Maintaining a safe and secure environment that allows for students, staff, and visitors to feel safe while they are within the facility, is the main goal of the staff. Programs are maintained to offer support to families and the youth to create a safe and positive environment both within the facility and in the surrounding community. Those who are tried as a youth will find themselves detained here, which includes those who were under 18 when the offence was committed even up until the youth turns 21. There are 40 beds in the facility and the main puprose of these beds is to provide housing for before the court trial and while they wait to be transferred to another facility for their sentence. Each housing unit has one common area and 10 private rooms, with each housing unit being organized by age, charges faced, and keeping male and female detainees separated. Mail: Letters may be sent and received each day, and those received will have stamps, tape, and any stickers removed before the student opens them in front of staff. Phones: Phone calls may only be made to the parents of the student, or their attorney, and phone time is earned through the level system based upon behavior and choices made. Calls will be 10 minutes only, and are made collect to the receiver. Visitation: Parents and guardians are permitted to visit on Wednesday between 6:30pm and 7:30pm, Saturday 1:30-2:30pm or Sunday 12:30-1:30pm.

Phone: 330-740-2278

Physical Address:
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Full Name
Mahoning County Juvenile Detention
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's Full Name
Mahoning County Juvenile Detention
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505

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

To search for an inmate in the Mahoning 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 330-740-2278 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Mahoning County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Mahoning County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search

The Mahoning County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The Mahoning 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 Mahoning County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 17,120 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Mahoning County Juvenile Detention

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Mahoning County Juvenile Detention for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Mahoning County Juvenile Detention:

  • Identification confirmation.
  • Photographs (mugshots).
  • Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
  • Potential DNA collection.
  • Conducting a physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Mahoning County Juvenile Detention at 330-740-2278.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to pay bail in Mahoning County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Mahoning County Juvenile Detention in Youngstown, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 330-740-2278 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

  • Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Mahoning County can assist with the process.
  • Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Mahoning County, Ohio, visit the Mahoning County Juvenile Detention Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Mahoning County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505
330-740-2278

  • 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 330-740-2278 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 330-740-2278 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

Mahoning County Juvenile Detention Visitation days/hours are as follows:

  • Wednesday: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 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 Mahoning County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Mahoning County Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Mahoning 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 Mahoning 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:
Juvenile's Full Name
Mahoning County Juvenile Detention
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Juvenile's Full Name
Mahoning County Juvenile Detention
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505



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 Mahoning 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 Mahoning 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:
Juvenile's Full Name
Mahoning County Juvenile Detention
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Mahoning 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 Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Mahoning 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 Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Mahoning 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 Mahoning County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-740-2278 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Mahoning County Juvenile Detention? What does it look like?
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This facility, known as "Mahoning County Juvenile Detention" is also known as Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Services, Martin P. Joyce Detention Center, Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Ctr, Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Ctr, Ohio, Mahoning.