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Harris County Juvenile Detention Center Information

As part of the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department, the juvenile detention center is one of the locations used to house juveniles who are between the ages of 10 and 17. Within the probation department there are three facilities that house juveniles in secure environments, each intended to mee the needs of safety and security for the youth, the staff, and the community, while providing all basic needs and the programming needed to rehabilitate and reduce recidivism. Upon arrival at the facility the youth will have a detention hearing within 48 business hours to determine if they will be released, will require bond, or if they will be held until their hearing. If any medical or dental needs are discovered during the intake process there will be care provided, and the will receive any necessary mental health treatment during their stay. In partnership with the local school division there will be teachers who attend the site to provide their educational needs through regular schoolwork that counts for credits at their regular school. Mail: 1200 Congress St., Houston, TX 77002 Mail is only accepted if it is handwritten or typed, delivered through the mail service, and it may not have pictures or money included. Phone: Incoming phone calls for residents are not accepted, they are able to make outgoing calls during approved days and times only. Visitation: All visits must be scheduled in advance by contacting staff at 713-222-4100. Each will be scheduled during the following visiting hours. Monday-Friday, 3:15pm-4:45pm and 6:00pm-7:30pm. Saturday-Sunday, 9:00am-10:45am & 12:00pm-4:15pm. County Holidays, 9:00am-10:45am & 12:00pm-4:15pm
Inmate Services

Phone: 713-222-4100

Physical Address:
 1200 Congress
Baytown, TX 77002

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

To search for an inmate in the Harris 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 713-222-4100 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Harris County and anywhere in Texas.

Harris County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Harris County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 250 offenders in custody on any given day. The Harris 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 Harris County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 272,700 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Harris County Juvenile Detention Center

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Harris County Juvenile Detention Center for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Harris County Juvenile Detention Center includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 713-222-4100.

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

How to handle bail after an arrest in Harris County

If someone has been booked at Harris County Juvenile Detention Center in Baytown, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 713-222-4100.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Harris County.
  • Property within Harris County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Harris County, Texas, visit the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Harris County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1200 Congress
Baytown, TX 77002
713-222-4100

  • 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 713-222-4100 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 713-222-4100 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 Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 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 Harris County Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Postcards & Letters

The Harris County Juvenile Detention Center  allows letters, postcards and photos from approved individuals only. All other mail will be discarded by staff members.

To get on the approved mailing list call 713-222-4600 and ask to speak to the caseworker. In most cases, only immediate family will be allowed to mail letters to the resident, but each person is decided on a case-by-case basis.  

If approved, mail letters to:

Resident’s first and last name

Harris County Juvenile Justice Center

1200 Congress

Eastern, Texas  77002

Envelope/postcard must include a complete return address including sender’s first and last name or it will be rejected by staff members.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Harris 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 Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Harris 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 Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Harris 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 Harris County Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 713-222-4100 for further assistance.

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

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

Harris County County Jails
Giles W. Dalby Correctional Facility Harris County - The 1200 Jail Harris County - The 1307 Jail Harris County - The 701 Jail Harris County - The 711 Jail Harris County Joint Processing Center LaSalle Correctional Center
Harris County City Jails
Baytown Municipal Jail Webster Jail
Harris County Juvenile Facilities
Harris County Juvenile Detention Center Harris County Leadership Academy Harris County Youth Village
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Harris Waller Fort Bend Brazoria Galveston Montgomery Chambers Liberty
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