Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center
As one of the counties local to Pinellas, the Polk County juvenile offenders are housed at the 95 bed Pinellas Juvenile Detention Center that is located in Clearwater, Florida. It is a partnership with Hardee County, Highlands County, Pinellas County, and Polk County. While most of the juveniles remain in the facility for an average of 12 days, there are students who are waiting for their court date, waiting to hear their sentence, or waiting to be transferred to a commitment facility. Classrooms and a library are contained within the facility and allow for the local school district to provide teachers and curriculum to ensure none of the students fall behind their class during their absence, and after their daily classes there is time for physical education, recreation both indoors and out, and other programs or treatments. During the incarceration there will be opportunities to learn and practice social skills, life skills, and learn about new hobbies or coping skills. Counselling is provided and treatments for addictions and other health concerns are provided. Mail: All letters must be mailed through the postal service and may not be hand delivered to the facility. Each will be checked for contraband and must contain a complete return address. 5255 140th Avenue N Clearwater, FL 33760 Phones: Telephones are located in the housing units and are able to make outgoing phone calls as well as receive incoming calls during specific periods of time. Families will be provided with times they may call, or that they may expect a call. Phone privileges may be removed at the discretion of the staff. Visitation: Visiting hours are provided for parents, grandparents, and guardians to visit, but all additional visitors require special approval. Hours are as follows: Sun 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Mon 7:00 pm - 8:00 pmInmate Services
Phone
863-534-7090Mailing address (personal mail)
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center
2155 Bob Phillips Road
Bartow, FL 33830
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You can search the Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s inmates on the Official Jail Inmate Roster and review each person’s charges, bond amount, when they can get visits, and mugshot. For more help, call the jail at 863-534-7090. The state of Florida also lets you search for wanted persons in Polk County and statewide, and search court records in participating counties.
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search
In Polk County and every other Florida county, the state constitution gives most defendants the right to pretrial release on reasonable conditions, except in capital or life felony cases where the proof is evident, or when no conditions would keep the community safe. Minor misdemeanors and traffic offenses often end with a notice to appear rather than bail. Other bond amounts follow a uniform statewide schedule adopted each year by the Florida Supreme Court.
For an inmate’s exact bail amount, call the Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center at 863-534-7090. The Florida uniform statewide bond schedule for 2026 lists minimum bond amounts by charge, but each judicial circuit can set higher amounts, and the judge at first appearance has the final say. The county accepts cash, a surety bond, or a property bond, or may release an offender on personal recognizance.
The Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center at a glance:
- Licensed for 90 inmates, but often forced to make room for more, especially on weekends
- At least 35-40% of inmates at most city and county jails in Florida turn over monthly
- Another 25-30% turn over every 90 days
- Another 15-20% turn over every six months
- About 8-9% stay six to twelve months
- Those held longer than a year usually face serious charges like rape or murder
Because serious cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county on those charges remain in custody at one of the Polk County facilities much longer.
Every year, Polk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 53,700 offenders.
See photos of the jail that we’ve collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow is booking conducted at Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center:
- Verifying identification information.
- Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection.
- Physical search for contraband or weapons.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Granting a free phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 863-534-7090.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
2155 Bob Phillips Road
Bartow, FL 33830
863-534-7090
- 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 863-534-7090 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 863-534-7090 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 |
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 863-534-7090 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 863-534-7090 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Polk County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Polk County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 863-534-7090 for further assistance.
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This facility, known as "Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as (Serving Polk, Hardee, Highlands counties), Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Ctr , Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Ctr , Florida, Polk.
The Polk Regional Juvenile Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Polk County: Auburndale, Bartow, Davenport, Dundee, Eagle Lake, Fort Meade, Frostproof, Haines City, Highland Park, Hillcrest Heights, Lake Alfred, Lake Hamilton, Lake Wales, Lakeland, Mulberry, Polk City and Winter Haven.