Denton County Juvenile Detention Center

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Denton County Juvenile Detention Center Information

As a short term secure facility, the Denton County Juvenile Detention Center houses juveniles from the community when they are facing charges in the juvenile court. While they are withing the care and control of the facility they will be expected to attend school classes each weekday, attend any therapy or counseling that is recommended, and to participate in physical education and recreational activities. Within the center there is a cafeteria and space for serving healthy meals, classrooms that are staffed by the school district, counseling areas and crisis intervention space, 12 bed housing units the contain a day room for each unit, indoor and outdoor recreational spaces, a library for both schoolwork and recreational reading, individual secure rooms for lock down and sleeping each with a toilet, sink, water, and a bed, a medical wing, and a visiting area. A level system is used to reward positive behaviors and to set up consequences for negative ones, which works to ensure the security and the safety of the students, staff, and community. Mail: 210 S. WOODROW LANE, DENTON, TX, 76205 All mail is checked for contraband before being permitted in the living areas of the facility. Phone: Phones are a key form of communication between family members and the youth who are in detention, and they are able to call home twice a week through Smart Connections. Visitation: Information on weekly visits will be provided to the parents or guardians of the youth after their intake.

Phone: 940-349-2470

Physical Address:
210 S. Woodrow Lane
Denton, TX 76205

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

To search for an inmate in the Denton 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 940-349-2470 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Denton County and anywhere in Texas.

Denton County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Denton County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 48 offenders in custody on any given day. The Denton 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 Denton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 32,120 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How is booking conducted at Denton County Juvenile Detention Center?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Denton County Juvenile Detention Center 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 Denton County Juvenile Detention Center:

  • 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 940-349-2470.

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

How to post bail for someone arrested in Denton County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Denton County Juvenile Detention Center in Denton, 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 940-349-2470 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 Denton County.
  • County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Denton County, Texas, visit the Denton County Juvenile Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Denton County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

210 S. Woodrow Lane
Denton, TX 76205
940-349-2470

  • 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 940-349-2470 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 940-349-2470 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 Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 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 Denton County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Denton County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Denton 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 Denton 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:
210 S. Woodrow Lane
Denton, TX 76205



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
210 S. Woodrow Lane
Denton, TX 76205



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 Denton 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 Denton 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:
210 S. Woodrow Lane
Denton, TX 76205

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Denton 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 Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Denton 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 Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Denton 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 Denton County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 940-349-2470 for further assistance.

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

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

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate in Denton County

This facility, known as "Denton County Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as Denton County Juvenile Detention Ctr, Denton County Secure Correctional Facility, Denton County Juvenile Detention Ctr, Texas, Denton.