Serving the areas of Burke, Columbia, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, McDuffie, Richmond, Screven and Warren Counties, the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center has a capacity of 64.
These beds are provided in housing units with 48 beds for male detainees and 16 for female detainees and are further divided into small units with a common area and sleeping spaces. Housing assignments are determined after an assessment and they are assigned based upon gender, age, may consider size, and history of behavior in detention facilities to provide a safe space for each youth. With either single or double rooms surrounding a common area, each of the housing units provides study and recreational space.
Classrooms are provided for ongoing education with licensed teachers and any learning needs will be addressed. A focus is maintained on mental health, life skills, social skills, and education throughout their stay. Each student is provided with a schedule they must follow to keep the facility operating smoothly, and staff try to maintain a positive environment.
Mail: 3485 Mike Padgett Hwy, Augusta, GA 30906-3815 Each item of mail is checked for contraband and inappropriate or restricted topics. It may be returned, denied, or censored as needed. The youth are provided with supplies for two letters each week and time to write them and are permitted to send additional mail when postage is provided by their family.
Phone: Phone calls are important for the mental health of the residents and for their families, and phones and tablets are provided for each student so they may remain in contact with their family and approved contacts.
Visitation: Visits are important to all residents and their families and are encouraged each week. All approved visitors will receive information directly from the facility regarding their visits.
Phone: 706-771-4875
Physical Address:
3485 Mike Padgett Highway
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Resident's Full Name
Augusta RYDC
3485 Mike Padgett Hwy
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Resident's Full Name
Augusta RYDC
3485 Mike Padgett Hwy
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth 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 706-771-4875 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Richmond County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center Inmate Search
The Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center maintains an average of 64 offenders in custody on any given day. The Augusta Regional Youth 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 Richmond County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 29,080 offenders.
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Once arrested, the person is taken to Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center 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 Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center at 706-771-4875.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center in Augusta for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 706-771-4875.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Richmond County, Georgia, visit the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
3485 Mike Padgett Highway
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
706-771-4875
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 706-771-4875 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 Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Augusta Regional Youth 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 Augusta Regional Youth 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
Augusta RYDC
3485 Mike Padgett Hwy
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Resident's Full Name
Augusta RYDC
3485 Mike Padgett Hwy
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
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 Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Augusta Regional Youth 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
Augusta RYDC
3485 Mike Padgett Hwy
Augusta, GA 30906-3815
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth 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 Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Augusta Regional Youth 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 Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Augusta Regional Youth 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 Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-771-4875 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Richmond County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Richmond County?
This facility, known as "Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center" is also known as Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Augusta Regional Youth Detention Center, Georgia, Richmond.
