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There are a few reasons that a juvenile will find themselves detained at the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention Facility, and these include being at risk to commit an offense or to injure themselves or others, require protection for their own safety or the safety of the community, will be charged as an adult, are not likely to attend a court date if they are not detained, or they are being held for another jurisdiction and transfer.
The Durango Juvenile Center is located in Pheonix, Arizona, and connects the Juvenile Courts, the Juvenile Detnenti8on Center, and the Probation Administration. Having them so close together makes it easier to collaborate and to ensure there is a continuity of care and expectations across the process.
All juveniles are provided with clothing and laundry, bedding, and three balanced meals each day. Education is maintained within the facility and is kept the same speed and topics as the nearby public school system. Programs are in place to rehabilitate youth during their stay, and to encourage them to learn new life skills, emotional management, counselling, and addressing any mental health needs.
Location: 3131 West Durango, Phoenix, AZ 85009
Phones: Juveniles are permitted phone calls to their immediate family if they are following rules and have earned the privilege of phone calls, and all calls are outgoing only.
Visitation: Visits are specific to each individual case and the facility should be contacted directly to book any visit.
Phone: 602-506-4280
Physical Address:
3131 W. Durango
Phoenix, AZ 85009
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's name and Resident #
Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility
3131 W. Durango
Phoenix, AZ 85009
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's name and Resident #
Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility
3131 W. Durango
Phoenix, AZ 85009
Other Jails and Prisons
You can find an inmate in the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility on the official jail roster, along with their charges, bond amount, when they can receive visits, and their mugshot. Or call the jail at 602-506-4280. To go further, look up the following for every court in Arizona, including Maricopa County:
Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility Inmate Search
Our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers tell you how to find an inmate in the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility, how the roster works, and what to expect after someone is arrested and booked. Call 602-506-4280 if you need more help.
While licensed for 229 inmates, the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility is often forced to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in Arizona turn over at least 40% of their population monthly, another 30% every 90 days, and another 20% every six months. Approximately 8-9% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder, and because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Maricopa County remain in custody at one of the Maricopa County facilities much longer.
Arizona’s court rules start from the presumption that a defendant is released on their own recognizance. Only when that isn’t enough to ensure the person returns to court, or to protect public safety, will a judge set bail. Many people arrested in Arizona are released without paying anything.
Maricopa County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain roughly 261,760 offenders each year.
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility:
Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility at 602-506-4280.
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The Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility serves the following cities and towns of Maricopa County: Avondale, Buckeye, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler, El Mirage, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Guadalupe, Litchfield Park, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Peoria, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, Tolleson, Wickenburg and Youngtown.
