Jefferson County Youth Academy

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Jefferson County Youth Academy Information

The Jefferson County Youth Academy is a publicly owned and funded facility to house juvenile offenders throughout Jefferson County. It houses youth who are under the age of 18 and have been waiting for their detention hearing, are waiting for their adjudication, or are waiting to be transferred. Upon their arrival an intake process is conducted which includes gathering personal information and contact information, assigning a housing pod, providing clothing and bedding, and an assessment is completed. During the assessment it will be determined if any medical care is needed immediately, or if there are ongoing medical treatments that are required including prescriptions which can be delivered by parents or guardians. A mental health assessment is also conducted and throughout their detention mental health care is provided including group and individual counseling. Healthy meals are provided three times each day, and the rest of the day is scheduled to include recreation time both inside and out, school classes which occur each weekday, and physical education, after which counseling, treatments, and activities may be planned. Mail: 5030 Highway 69 South, Suite 100, Beaumont, TX, 77705 Phone: Only parents and guardians may receive phone calls from their child at the facility and there are no incoming calls to residents. Visitation: At least one opportunity to visit is provided each week, and that information is provided directly to them after the intake has been completed and a housing assignment has been made.

Phone: 409-720-4019

Physical Address:
5030 Highway 69, Suite 100
Beaumont, TX 77705

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Name
Jefferson County Youth Academy
5030 Hwy 69 Access Rd
Beaumont, Texas 77705

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Jefferson County Youth Academy?

To search for an inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy, 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 409-720-4019 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Jefferson County and anywhere in Texas.

Jefferson County Youth Academy Inmate Search

The Jefferson County Youth Academy maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jefferson County Youth Academy 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 Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 27,780 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Jefferson County Youth Academy?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Jefferson County Youth Academy 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 Jefferson County Youth Academy 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 409-720-4019.

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Directions / Map to the Jefferson County Youth Academy
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Jefferson County Youth Academy in Beaumont 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 409-720-4019 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, Texas, visit the Jefferson County Youth Academy Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy? What is the Schedule?

Jefferson County Youth Academy ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

5030 Highway 69, Suite 100
Beaumont, TX 77705
409-720-4019

  • 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 409-720-4019 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 409-720-4019 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 Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 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 Jefferson County Youth Academy?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy, and what can I send them?

Jefferson County Youth Academy Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Jefferson County Youth Academy 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 Jefferson County Youth Academy 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:
Juvenile's Name
Jefferson County Youth Academy
5030 Hwy 69 Access Rd
Beaumont, Texas 77705



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
5030 Highway 69, Suite 100
Beaumont, TX 77705



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 Jefferson County Youth Academy 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 Jefferson County Youth Academy 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:
5030 Highway 69, Suite 100
Beaumont, TX 77705

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Youth Academy using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Jefferson County Youth Academy have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Youth Academy’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-720-4019 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Jefferson County Youth Academy? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Jefferson County

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

Jefferson County County Jails
Jefferson County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Jefferson Cameron Chambers Hardin Liberty Orange
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