Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home

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Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home Information

The Bossier Parish Juvenile Division operates the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home along with the Diversion Program which offers alternatives to incarceration and early interventions, the Teen Cout that allows juveniles to choose to have a jury of their peers to determine their sentence which works to keep minor offenses out of the courts, and other programs. The detention center is for youth under 17 years of age who are accused of misdemeanors. Within the detention home there are healthy meals provided, beds and bedding along with clean clothing, the facility is cleaned throughout the day, and recreational space is provided. During the school days students will attend classes provided by local teachers and will coincide with their schools outside of the facility. By providing diversion programs, the number of youths who find themselves within the detention home is low, and they are there for only a temporary stay while they await adjudication or serve a short sentence of detention. After diversion programs have failed, the youth will be rehabilitated in the detention home with a focus on learning new skills and decision making to prevent instances of a return to detention in the future. Mail: 4813 Shed Rd. Bossier City, LA 71111 Mail is permitted from friends and family and youth are able to send mail in return through the postal service. Each piece of mail must follow the rules that are provided to the juvenile, and any contraband, illegal items, or mail that is against the rules will be confiscated by staff. Phones: In each of the common areas, phones are provided that may be accessed regularly by the juveniles in residence to call approved contacts, most often their parents and guardians. Visitation: Each juvenile will receive visits from approved visitors at least once each week.

Phone: 318-747-7780

Physical Address:
4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
Ware Youth Detention Center
4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Juvenile's first and last name
Ware Youth Detention Center
4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111

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How Do You Find Someone in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home?

To search for an inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home, 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 318-747-7780 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's court case dockets online every day for Bossier Parish.

Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home Inmate Search

The Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home maintains an average of 21 offenders in custody on any given day. The Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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 Bossier Parish law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 25,380 offenders.

The following charts of Bossier Parish inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Bossier Parish Corrections Department, the state of Louisiana Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Bossier Parish.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Bossier Parish and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home, call the jail’s booking line at 318-747-7780.

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.

Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Bossier Parish?

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 Bossier Parish 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home?

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 Bossier Parish and other Louisiana 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Does Bossier Parish have bail?

Yes, Bossier Parish recognizes most types of bail bonds.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Bossier Parish? 

Bossier Parish recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. There are several types of bail available including release on own recognizance, cash bail, property bond and surety bond.

Who can set bail in Bossier Parish?  

In some cases, the bail is predetermined based on the charges. If this is the case the amount of bail will be provided during the booking process. In cases where the bail is not predetermined, or the defendant does not qualify for immediate release, the bail will be determined by a magistrate at the first appearance.

When is bail set in Bossier Parish?

A magistrate will set bail during a first appearance, which is usually scheduled within 72 hours of arrest.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home? What is the Schedule?

Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111
318-747-7780

  • 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 318-747-7780 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 318-747-7780 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home, and what can I send them?

Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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:
Juvenile's first and last name
Ware Youth Detention Center
4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Juvenile's first and last name
Ware Youth Detention Center
4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111



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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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 Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home 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:
Juvenile's first and last name
Ware Youth Detention Center
4813 Shed Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 318-747-7780 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Bossier Parish

What are the other City and County Jails in Bossier Parish?

Bossier Parish County Jails
Bossier Parish City Jails
Bossier Parish Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Bossier Parish?

Bossier Miller Lafayette Red River Bienville Webster Caddo
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This facility, known as "Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home" is also known as Bossier City Juvenile Detention Home, Louisiana, Bossier Parish.