Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center

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Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center Information

Serving the counties of Bay, Calhoun, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington, the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center houses up to 30 juvenile offenders at one time. It accepts both male and female youth and will hold them until their court date, during a trial, and if they are assigned to detention as part of their sentence. Over their stay there is a strict routine that is followed each day, beginning with hygiene, then school, physical activities, educational activities, meals, and any court appearances. Daily classes are provided during the week by the local public school board so that during the average stay of 16 days they do not fall behind in their classwork. Mental health support is important to the successful rehabilitation of any offender, and is provided alongside medical care, dental care, and counseling. Mail: 450 E 11th Street Panama City, FL 32401 Phones: Youth are permitted to all their family, parents and guardians are both able to accept calls from their child while they are detained. This will occur only on approved days and times, when scheduled by the facility, and all calls are outgoing calls from the facility. Visitation: Visiting days and times are determined by the last name of the youth. Last names starting with A through J will visit on Saturdays from 2pm until 3pm and K through Z will have visits on Sundays from 1pm to 2pm.

Phone: 850-872-4706

Physical Address:
450 East 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Resident's Full name
Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
450 E 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Resident's Full name
Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
450 E 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401

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How Do You Find Someone in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile 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 850-872-4706 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Bay County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Bay County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Bay Regional Juvenile 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 Bay County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 16,760 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center Recent Bookings & Arrests


How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

What happens during booking in Bay County?

What is the booking process like at the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

How long does the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center booking process take?

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


 

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 850-872-4706.

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.

Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center Booking Roster


 

 

What happens during booking in Bay 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 Bay 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 Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

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 Bay County and other Florida 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?

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 Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center 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 850-872-4706 during business hours.


 

 

How long does the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center 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 Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

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 Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center 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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Directions / Map to the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Does Bay County have bail?  

Yes, Bay County has bail and recognizes most types of bonds.

As of January 1, 2024, Florida moved to a statewide uniform bond schedule. The uniform bond schedule may change every year. The Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center will let you know the amount of the bond.

Under most circumstances your bond amount is set during the booking process, and you are eligible to bond out prior to going to court. Prior to January 1, 2024, each county set their own bond schedule. For more serious crimes, bond will be set at the first appearance.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Bay County? 

Florida offers bail in the form of cash bail or surety bond and bonds from a professional bondsperson.

Who can set bail in Bay County?

Under most circumstances your bond amount is set during the booking process by a judge, and you are eligible to bond out prior to going to court. Prior to January 1, 2024, each county set their own bond schedule.

For more serious crimes, bond will be set at the first appearance. Bail is set by a judge in accordance with a precalculated schedule based on the seriousness of the offense. 

When is bail set in Florida?

In most cases bail is set immediately after arrest, based on the precalculated schedule. If a defendant is not eligible for immediate release bail may be set by a judge at the initial court hearing, or arraignment. 

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

450 East 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401
850-872-4706

  • 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 850-872-4706 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 850-872-4706 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

Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center Resident Visitation Schedule

450 East 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401
850-872-4706

Last Name DAY TIMES
A - J SAT 2:00-3:00PM
K - Z SUN 1:00-2:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Resident's Full name
Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
450 E 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Resident's Full name
Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
450 E 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Resident's Full name
Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
450 E 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 850-872-4706 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Bay County

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

Bay County County Jails
Bay County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Bay County?

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