Mobile County Youth Detention Center
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.Inmate Services
Phone
251-574-1450Mailing address (personal mail)
c/o James T. Strickland Youth Center
2315 Costarides Street
Mobile, AL 36617
Other Jails and Prisons
The Official Jail Inmate Roster provides details on every inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center, including their charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot. For additional information, call 251-574-1450. You can find court information for criminal cases in Alabama on the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal.
Mobile County Youth Detention Center Inmate Search
Everything from finding an inmate in the Mobile County Youth Detention Center to how jail rosters work and what happens after arrest and booking is covered in our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers. If you still have questions, call 251-574-1450.
The Mobile County Youth Detention Center has a licensed capacity of 119 inmates, but it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails turn over at least 40% of their population monthly, another 30% every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and about 8-9% stay incarcerated six to twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually charged with serious crimes such as rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Mobile County remain in custody at the Mobile County facility much longer.
Approximately 38,940 offenders are arrested and detained every year by Mobile County law enforcement agencies.
- Jail (Main): 251-574-1450
- Adult Probation: 251-574-3296
- Alternative Sentencing: 251-574-5594
- Anonymous Crime Tips: 251-574-8255
- Bail: 251-574-4702
- Circuit Court - Criminal: 251-574-8430
- Crime Victims: 251-574-8400
- District Attorney: 251-574-8400
- District Court - Criminal: 251-574-8511
- Drug Court: 251-574-5650
- Electronic Monitoring: 251-574-5659
- Juvenile Court: 251-574-1450
- Juvenile Probation: 251-574-1450
- Metro Jail Visitation Info: 251-574-4734
- Minimum Security: 251-574-2321
- Police: 251-208-1700
- Sheriff: 251-574-2423
- Strickland Juvenile Detention: 251-574-1450
What should you know about the booking process at Mobile County Youth Detention Center?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Mobile County Youth Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Mobile County Youth Detention Center include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Mobile County Youth Detention Center at 251-574-1450.
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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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.