How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Ferris School?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Ferris School? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Ferris School, call the jail’s booking line at 302-993-3800. 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. Ferris School Booking Roster

What happens during booking in New Castle County?

What happens during booking in New Castle 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 New Castle 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 Ferris School?

What is the booking process like at the Ferris School? 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 New Castle County and other Delaware 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?

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 with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Ferris School will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 302-993-3800 during business hours.

How long does the Ferris School booking process take?

How long does the Ferris School 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Ferris School? 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 Ferris School 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.

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

What happens with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Ferris School will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 302-993-3800 during business hours. How long does the Ferris School 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Ferris School? 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 Ferris School 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.

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Male juvenile offenders who are determined to be a risk to themselves or others, are repeat offenders, or who are facing serious criminal charges will find themselves housed at the Ferris School. It has space for up to 72 male juveniles from age 13 to age 18. Most will find themselves in the location for 6 months, while others will face longer terms of incarceration. Staff will update the family regularly with details on the progress being made and to work towards family reunification, which leads to improved success for each youth after they have completed the program and served their sentence. Several programs are in place to offer new tools and skills to the youth including drug and alcohol treatments, conflict resolution, aggression replacement, violence prevention, victim sensitivity and mentoring. Behavior management is used to encourage healthy and positive choices while also addressing the safety of the facility itself. Strict rules are in place to ensure each of the juveniles is safe within the location and will be able to learn the social skills they need to fit well into their community and to continue making positive decisions. Mail: Mail is permitted but may be censored, rejected, or disposed of if it breaks the rules around mail, has inappropriate content, or contains contraband. Mail is delivered and sent each day. Phones: Phone calls are encouraged to maintain the connection to family and community, and each youth will be permitted one 10 minute phone call each week, with phones being available Sunday through Thursday 2pm to 9pm and Friday and Saturday 9am to 9pm. Visitation: Visiting hours are Tuesday 5;30pm-6:30pm, and both Saturday and Sunday 12:30pm to 2:30pm. All immediate family members are permitted to visit each week.

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To search for an inmate in the Ferris School, 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 302-993-3800 for the information you are looking for.

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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Ferris School, 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 302-993-3800 for further assistance.

The Ferris School maintains an average of 72 offenders in custody on any given day. The Ferris School 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 New Castle County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 140,220 offenders.

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What should you know about the booking process at Ferris School?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Ferris School 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 Ferris School 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.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Ferris School at 302-993-3800.

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The Ferris School serves the following cities and towns of New Castle County: Arden, Ardencroft, Ardentown, Bear, Bellefonte, Christiana, Clayton, Delaware City, Elsmere, Middletown, Mill Creek, New Castle, Newark, Newport, Odessa, Townsend and Wilmington.

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