Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention

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Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Information

Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center provides a secure facility that is able to safely care for the juvenile delinquents who are waiting for their detention hearing and may continue to house them through their trial or court appearances. The updated facility has a courtroom within to limit transportation to and from court dates, and this allows for the youth to remain onsite and attend each court appearance on time. It also includes 3 classrooms that provide space for teachers and educational assistants to help the students remain on task and continue with their studies while they are in the facility, allowing each to earn high school credits as they complete sections. A nurse is on staff to meet the medical needs of each of the students and provide any medication they are prescribed. Mental health professionals will attend the facility and assist youth in processing their past, facing their future, and may have group sessions for those who benefit from them. Recreational spaces are provided both inside and outside the facility, providing students with space for physical activity, reading, games, and social activities. Mail: Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center 4200 S. West Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Postage is provided for 3 letters each week, with additional letters permitted if the parents or guardians provide additional postage. Phones: Two outgoing phone calls are permitted each week with each visit being up to 10 minutes. Calls occur based on last name on the following schedule: Last name beginning with A – J Monday and Thursday between 3:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Last name beginning with K – Z Tuesday and Friday between 3:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Visitation: Only parents or guardians, or the spouse of a juvenile, may visit while they are in detention. There will be one hour visits on the following days and times. Tuesday and Thursday 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am to 11:30 am and 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Phone: 605-367-4313

Physical Address:
4200 S. West Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Full Name
Regional Juvenile Detention Center
4200 S. West Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's Full Name
Regional Juvenile Detention Center
4200 S. West Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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How Do You Find Someone in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention, 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 605-367-4313 for the information you are looking for.

Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

The Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention 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 Minnehaha County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 15,800 offenders.

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About the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention
Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center provides a secure facility that is able to safely care for the juvenile delinquents who are waiting for their detention hearing and may continue to house them through their trial or court appearances. The updated facility has a courtroom within to limit transportation to and from court dates, and this allows for the youth to remain onsite and attend each court appearance on time. It also includes 3 classrooms that provide space for teachers and educational assistants to help the students remain on task and continue with their studies while they are in the facility, allowing each to earn high school credits as they complete sections. A nurse is on staff to meet the medical needs of each of the students and provide any medication they are prescribed. Mental health professionals will attend the facility and assist youth in processing their past, facing their future, and may have group sessions for those who benefit from them. Recreational spaces are provided both inside and outside the facility, providing students with space for physical activity, reading, games, and social activities. Mail: Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center 4200 S. West Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Postage is provided for 3 letters each week, with additional letters permitted if the parents or guardians provide additional postage. Phones: Two outgoing phone calls are permitted each week with each visit being up to 10 minutes. Calls occur based on last name on the following schedule: Last name beginning with A – J Monday and Thursday between 3:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Last name beginning with K – Z Tuesday and Friday between 3:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Visitation: Only parents or guardians, or the spouse of a juvenile, may visit while they are in detention. There will be one hour visits on the following days and times. Tuesday and Thursday 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am to 11:30 am and 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention, call the jail’s booking line at 605-367-4313.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Minnehaha County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Minnehaha County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Minnehaha County and other South Dakota and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?

Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Resident Visitation Schedule

4200 S. West Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605-367-4313

  • Visitors may visit for (1) hour on visiting days.
  • Tuesday and Thursday
    3:30 pm to 6:00 pm
    7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday
    10:00 am to 11:30 am
    12:30 pm to 6:00 pm
  • Only parents, legal guardians or the resident's spouse can visit, unless approved by the caseworker or the director of this facility.  
  • Caseworkers, law enforcement, attorneys can visits at any time.
  • You can't bring anything into the visit.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 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 Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Resident Mail Policy

Juvenile's Full Name
Regional Juvenile Detention Center
4200 S. West Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

  • Each resident is given postage for three letters per week for each child.  
  • Parents are to provide stamps if they want their child to send additional letters.
  • All letters to and from juveniles in detention must go through the US Postal Service.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-367-4313 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Minnehaha County

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

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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