St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center

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St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center

The St Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center is part of the Thomas N Frederick Juvenile Justice Center that is in South Bend, Indiana. The location houses not only the detention center but also the medical area, the onsite school, juvenile probation, the home monitoring program, and other youth related services. Since opening in 1997, the facility has been operating on an ongoing basis and has not been closed for any reason. There are four hours of school each of the weekdays, providing ongoing education for all students that aligns with the local schools. Constant supervision ensures the safety and security of each of the students, with their rooms being checked every 15 minutes. Each day is structured and encourage routine and discipline, with breakfast beginning at 6am, school at 7:30am, physical education occurring at least one day each week, inspections of the rooms, free time, with lunch around 11am. Schooling proceeds after lunch and is followed by showers and snacks, along with room inspections, and followed by any mental health care, counselling or other programs, with movies for the rewards for good behavior occurring on the weekends, and bedtime ranges from 8pm to 10pm. Nurses check the medical status of the students twice a day and all care is provided. Mail: 1000 S. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN 46601 Mail must be through the postal system or will be denied and returned, and it will be screened for security and safety purposes. Outgoing mail is permitted and envelopes are provided each Friday, with mail being collected and sent each day of the week, with postage being paid by the facility. Phones: Parents or guardians should create an account with Inmate Solutions at 1 (800) 943-2189 to create an account for phone calls. Calls are based upon their level in the behavioral program and are scheduled after 6pm, with Level 2 having calls Sunday and Wednesday, Level 3 on Sunday, Wednesday, Friday, and Level 4 Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Visitation: Visits are with approved visitors only, most often the parent or guardian, and children of the youth may only visit on Monday or Thursday at 10am. Regular visits will occur based upon housing pod and level of behavior, will all visits beginning after 4pm and ending before 8pm.
Inmate Services

Phone: 219-235-5437

Physical Address:
 1000 South Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Juvenile's first and last name
St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center
1000 South Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601

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How Do You Find Someone in the St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the St. Joseph County 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 219-235-5437 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up information on any Adult Criminal Court Case. If you need a Public Defender, a criminal lawyer paid for by the state, check out this page that keeps updated lists of them.

St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search

The St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 90 offenders in custody on any given day. The St. Joseph County 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 St. Joseph County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 18,380 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center

When someone is arrested, they are taken to St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center at 219-235-5437.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1000 South Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601
219-235-5437

  • 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 219-235-5437 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 219-235-5437 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

St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center Resident Visitation Schedule

1000 South Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601
219-235-5437

Mondays and Fridays
4:00PM - 4:25PM
4:30PM - 4:55PM

Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:00PM - 6:25PM
6:30PM - 6:55PM
7:00PM - 7:25PM
7:30PM - 7:55PM

If the Resident (Juvenile) has children, the children can visit on Mondays & Thursdays  10:00AM - 10:25AM.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 219-235-5437 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in St. Joseph County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center uses the services of IC Solutions.
  • Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
  • Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for St. Joseph County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in St. Joseph County.
  • Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with St. Joseph County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 219-235-5437 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in St. Joseph County

What are the other City and County Jails in St. Joseph County?

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding St. Joseph County?

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Search for an Inmate in St. Joseph County

This facility, known as "St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as St. Joseph County Juvenile (coed), St. Joseph County Juvenile (coed), Indiana, St. Joseph.

The St. Joseph County Juvenile Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of St. Joseph County: Mishawaka, Osceola, South Bend and Walkerton.