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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
To search the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility for an inmate and review their charges, bond, visitation eligibility, or mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster. You can also call the jail at 602-506-4280 for assistance. If you need more, the following can be searched for every Arizona court, including Maricopa County:
Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility Inmate Search
For answers to common questions about locating an inmate in the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility, how jail rosters work, and the steps after an offender is arrested and booked, see our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers. If you need more help, call 602-506-4280.
By the numbers, the Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility:
At most city and county jails in Arizona, at least 40% of inmates turn over monthly, another 30% every 90 days, and another 20% every six months, while about 8-9% stay six to twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. 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.
In Arizona, the court rules presume a defendant will be released on their own recognizance. A judge will set bail only when that isn’t enough to ensure the defendant returns to court or to protect public safety. Many people arrested in Arizona are released without paying anything.
Each year, Maricopa County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 217,860 offenders.
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Maricopa County Juvenile Detention - Durango Facility include:
Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the 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.
