Mobile County Youth Detention Center

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Mobile County Youth Detention Center

In Mobile County the Youth Detention Center is also known as the James T. Strickland Youth Center and Court. These facilities work together to provide a safe and secure environment for any youth offenders who are waiting for a court date or who have been determined to require detainment. They may be at this facility while they are waiting to be admitted to a treatment facility, and will receive treatment for any mental health concerns, any health issues, medical care is provided, and counselling and schoolwork are available. The program is focused on the entire family working together to 8improve the situation and assist in behavior improvements, managing emotions, making positive choices, and developing new skills. The court can choose rehabilitation treatments or probation rather than detention, and youth courts consider all options before incarceration to achieve the best results. With many programs bringing the families together, not only do the juveniles learn new skills but also the families, and together they can reduce recidivism. Counselling is provided, along with job training, mentoring programs, education, probation, and many more. Addressing the needs of the youth as a family will provide better results, help improve parenting in the community, and offer ongoing benefits to the surrounding community as well as the families directly involved. Mail: 2315 Costarides Street, Mobile, AL, 36617 Phones: Phone calls are permitted on approved days and times but may only be to an attorney, another professional who is working with the youth, or their parents or legal guardians. All phone calls are outgoing, and no incoming calls or messages will be accepted. Visitation: Visits are 15 minutes in length and will only include those who are on the approved visitor list, which has 2 individuals on it and these are most often the parents or legal guardian. Visiting hours are provided 6pm-7:30pm on Tuesdays, 9am to 11am on Saturdays, and the crisis center visiting hours are Fridays 8am to 5pm.

Phone: 251-574-1450

Physical Address:
2315 Costarides Street
Mobile, AL 36617

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
c/o James T. Strickland Youth Center
2315 Costarides Street
Mobile, AL 36617

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How Do You Find Someone in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Mobile County Youth 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 251-574-1450 for the information you are looking for.

Mobile County Youth Detention Center 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 Mobile County Youth Detention Center, 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 251-574-1450 for further assistance.

The Mobile County Youth Detention Center maintains an average of 119 offenders in custody on any given day. The Mobile County Youth 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 Mobile County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 38,940 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How is booking conducted at Mobile County Youth Detention Center?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Mobile County Youth 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 Mobile County Youth 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 251-574-1450.

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Directions / Map to the Mobile County Youth Detention Center
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Mobile County Youth Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

2315 Costarides Street
Mobile, AL 36617
251-574-1450

  • 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 251-574-1450 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 251-574-1450 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

JUVENILE DETENTION VISITATION POLICY

The James T. Strickland Youth Center is a secure area.  All residents’ identities are protected and considered confidential.  The visitation policy is strictly enforced.
  
IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY:

A.   Mother/Father
B.   Grandparents
C.   Brothers and Sisters, age 18 and older only.  
Picture I.D. with birth date required for each visit.
D.  Any sibling with a different last name from the resident may require prior approval from the court before being allowed to visit.

Only those with approved visitation will be allowed in the building.  

The James T. Strickland Youth Center will not serve as a waiting area for unauthorized guests.  

Please make arrangements at home for the care of young children and others who will not have access to the building.

Visitation hours are:
Tuesdays – 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Saturdays – 9:00am to 11:00am
Residents are limited to 2 visitors for 15 minutes.

All unauthorized packages, purses, smoking materials, pocket knives or other weapons are not allowed in the building. In order to provide better security for residents, parents, and detention staff please be advised that a metal detector is in use at door 1.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-1450 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Mobile County

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

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Other Jails Nearby

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Search for an Inmate in Mobile County

This facility, known as "Mobile County Youth Detention Center" is also known as James T. Strickland Youth Center, Mobile County Youth Detention Center, Alabama, Mobile.

The Mobile County Youth Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Mobile County: Bayou La Batre, Chickasaw, Citronelle, Creola, Dauphin Island, Fairhope, Mobile, Mt. Vernon, Prichard, Saraland, Satsuma, Semmes and Whistler.