Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr

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Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr Information

The Darrell B Hester Juvenile Detention Center houses youth who have been arrested for an illegal offense or who have broken the rules of their probation. Each of the juveniles is between the ages of 10 and 17. The San Benito School District provides the base education and academics, that run school hours year round with access to a GED program, and there is also full access to physical activity and programming that will encourage the development of social and life skills. Community resources are utilized within the campus to provide community based services for intellectual development, building positivity, creating positive social interaction, and building positive habits and decision making. It has an approved capacity of 61 beds and accepts both male and female juveniles, who are housed in separate housing units. Contracts are also in place that allow juveniles from other counties to be housed in the facility if needed, allowing them to also support communities around them. The staff nurse works with a contact physician to provide all of the medical care for students and a dentist attends regularly. Mental health professionals are on staff as well as others having contracts with the facility to ensure that all students are also provided the counseling and mental health care that is required during their detention. Mail: Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Detention Center Youth’s Name P.O. Box 1690 San Benito, Texas 78586 Phone: Phones are available from 8am until 8pm for cadets to call and an account can be created and funded by calling 1-800-750-3646. Calls are not permitted during school hours. Visitation: One visit is provided each week for up to 30 minutes during the following hours. Monday-Friday 3:45p.m.– 6:30p.m. Saturday-Sunday 9:00a.m – 5:00p.m.

Phone: 956-399-3075

Physical Address:
2310 US-77 BUS
San Benito, TX 78586

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Detention Center
Youth’s Name
P.O. Box 1690
San Benito, Texas 78586

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How Do You Find Someone in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr?

To search for an inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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 956-399-3075 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Cameron County and anywhere in Texas.

Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr Inmate Search

The Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr maintains an average of 64 offenders in custody on any given day. The Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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 Cameron County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 23,800 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 956-399-3075.

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Directions / Map to the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Cameron County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr in San Benito for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond.  Call 956-399-3075 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Cameron County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Cameron County, Texas, visit the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr? What is the Schedule?

Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

2310 US-77 BUS
San Benito, TX 78586
956-399-3075

  • 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 956-399-3075 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 956-399-3075 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

Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr Visitation Hours

Monday-Friday
3:45p.m.– 6:30p.m.
Saturday-Sunday
9:00a.m – 5:00p.m.

  • 1 Visit per Week
  • Time Limit: 30 minutes
  • Only parents, legal guardians, custodian and the resident’s attorney are allowed to visit. Any exceptions to this must be granted permission by the Facility Administrator (FA) or Operations Manager (OM).
  • Don't bring ANYTHING in to the vist.
  • Dress professionally... as if you were meeting someone's grandmother for the first time... or NO visit.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 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 Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr, and what can I send them?

Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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 Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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:
Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Detention Center
Youth’s Name
P.O. Box 1690
San Benito, Texas 78586



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
2310 US-77 BUS
San Benito, TX 78586



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 Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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 Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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:
2310 US-77 BUS
San Benito, TX 78586

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice 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 Darrell B. Hester Juvenile Justice Ctr’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-399-3075 for further assistance.

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