Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr

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Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr Information

Along with several other counties, Laurens County, SC, uses the South Carolina Juvenile Detention Center to house their pretrial juvenile offenders who are aged 11 to 18. The intended stay is for up to 30 days but may be as short as under 24 hours as a detention hearing will be held in the first two days of their arrival. Arrival at the facility will be followed by the intake process, including an assessment of the youth to provide a plan for what services will be needed, what grade in the school curriculum they are at, and what their housing assignment will be. Each day will follow a strict structure and schedule, providing discipline and maintaining safety within the secure facility that will include 3 healthy meals, snacks, school classes during the week, cleaning of their personal space and hygiene or personal care, recreation, and physical activity. Mental and medical health care are both provided to ensure the juveniles are cared for and prepared for their future within the community. Mail: Mail can be sent to the juvenile at their name with their booking ID, to the address of the facility at 1725 Shivers Road Columbia, South Carolina 29212 It must be through the postal service, contain no contraband, and not discuss illegal activities. Phone: Residents are able to use the phones provided to call their parents or guardians regularly and keep them updated on progress and programs that they are involved in. Visitation: To support family reconnection and reconciliation the parents, guardians, and any other approved visitors are provided with at least one visit each week.

Phone:

Physical Address:
1725 Shivers Road
Columbia, SC 29212

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr?

To search for an inmate in the Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr, 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 an Offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr, 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 for further assistance.

The Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr maintains an average of 20 offenders in custody on any given day. The Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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 Laurens County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,200 offenders.

The following charts of Laurens 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 Laurens County Corrections Department, the state of South Carolina Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Laurens 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 Laurens 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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr:

  • 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 .

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

How to post bail for someone arrested in Laurens County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr in Columbia, 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 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 Laurens County.
  • County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Laurens County, South Carolina, visit the Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1725 Shivers Road
Columbia, SC 29212

  • 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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Laurens County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Laurens County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr, and what can I send them?

Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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:
1725 Shivers Road
Columbia, SC 29212



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1725 Shivers Road
Columbia, SC 29212



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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr 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:
1725 Shivers Road
Columbia, SC 29212

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr’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 Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Laurens County

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

Laurens County County Jails
Laurens County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Laurens Newberry Greenwood Abbeville Anderson Union Spartanburg Greenville
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Search for an Inmate in Laurens County

This facility, known as "Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr" is also known as South Carolina Juvenile Detention Center, Department of Juvenile Justice, (serves all 46 SC counties, except Richland & Charleston), Laurens County Juvenile Detention Ctr, South Carolina, Laurens.