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Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center Information

The counties of Grayson, Fannin, and Cooke are partners in the juvenile detention center that houses up to 30 juveniles who are aged 10 to 17 years old and are determined to require detention by law enforcement and are awaiting a detention hearing or those who have been referred by the court. Life skills programming is provided and will assist in developing necessary life skills, along with the opportunity to work on social skills. Services offered included crisis intervention, mental health assessments and treatment, group counseling, substance abuse assessment and treatment, individual counseling, and behavioral therapy. Skills development opportunities are presented, both for life skills and for social skills. Education is provided by the local public school board to maintain both standards and curriculum, allowing students to continue earning credits towards their diploma. There is an HIV/AIDS education group, substance abuse education to prevent substance abuse at any point in life, and non-denominational religious services. Youth are prepared for their transition back to the community near the end of their stay to provide the best chance of success for every youth that goes through the facility. Mail: Physical/Mailing Address: Grayson County Department of Juvenile Services C/O Post Adjudication Program 86 Dyess Denison, Texas 75020 Mail may be inspected for contraband before final delivery for the safety of the facility and all within. Phone: Phones are provided for youth to remain in contact with their parents, and that contact is considered to be a key to success within the program. Parents will be provided with information regarding phone calls and visits after the intake process. Visitation: Parents are encouraged to visit as often as possible and they will be provided with all of the visiting information including hours, identification needs, and the process of visiting after the intake has been completed.
Inmate Services

Phone: 903-786-6326

Physical Address:
 86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Resident's Full Name
Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center
86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
 Resident's Full Name
Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center
86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020

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

To search for an inmate in the Grayson 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 903-786-6326 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Grayson County and anywhere in Texas.

Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Grayson 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 Grayson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 8,420 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center 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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center 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 903-786-6326.

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

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

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center in Denison 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 903-786-6326 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 Grayson 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 Grayson County, Texas, visit the Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020
903-786-6326

  • 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 903-786-6326 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 903-786-6326 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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Grayson 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 Grayson 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:
Resident's Full Name
Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center
86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020


Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Resident's Full Name
Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center
86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020


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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Grayson 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:
Resident's Full Name
Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center
86 Dyess Street
Denison, TX 75020

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Grayson 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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Grayson 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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Grayson 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 Grayson County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-786-6326 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Grayson County

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

Grayson County County Jails
Grayson County Jail
Grayson County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Grayson Bryan Marshall Love Collin Denton Cooke Fannin
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