Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West

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Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West Information

Located in Tampa, Florida, the Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West serves only the county of Hillsborough at this time. It has a top capacity of 80 juveniles, and most will remain an average of 12 days. They are only held at this location if they are assigned to it by the court, and they will remain until they have been sentenced or placed into a commitment facility. Safety, security, and humane treatment of all students and staff are the first focus of the facility, and each student is treated with respect and care throughout their stay. School classes are held Monday to Friday and will begin after breakfast and continue until after lunch. These classes are provided by the local department of education and follow the guides of the local schools. This allows for an easy transition of their education to the facility and then back to their school. Medical and mental health concerns are addressed, including any substance abuse or use, anger management, learning delays, and other concerns. Physical activity, group activities, and recreational time are all provided to improve health and to support positive social interaction and growth of social skills. Juveniles will learn to be respected and contributing members of their community by become such within the detention center community. Mail: All mail is subject to assessment and any that contains contraband, conversations or planning of illegal activity, or inappropriate content may be censored or refused. It must all be sent through the US Postal System and will not be delivered or accepted in any other manner. Include a complete return address on any letters. 3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard Tampa, FL 33614 Phones: Phones are available at least once a week and as often as each day for youth to call their parents or guardians, with other phone numbers requiring additional approval before they can be reached. Visiting: Visiting hours are in place two days each week to permit all families the opportunity to visit. Upon arrival only parents, legal guardians, and grandparents are approved visitors, however there is a process to add others to the visitation list. Visiting hours occur on Wednesday 7pm-8pm and Saturday 1pm-2pm.

Phone: 813-871-7650

Physical Address:
3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West
3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614

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

To search for an inmate in the Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West, 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 813-871-7650 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Hillsborough County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Hillsborough County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West Inmate Search

The Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West maintains an average of 93 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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 Hillsborough County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 82,160 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West, call the jail’s booking line at 813-871-7650.

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.

Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West?

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 Hillsborough 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 to 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.

What happens after booking?

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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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.

How long does the Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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.

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

Does Hillsborough County have bail?  

Yes, Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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 Hillsborough County? 

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

Who can set bail in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West? What is the Schedule?

Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614
813-871-7650

  • 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 813-871-7650 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 813-871-7650 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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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:
3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614



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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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 Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West 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:
3948 W. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hillsborough Regional Juvenile Detention Center West’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 813-871-7650 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Hillsborough County

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