Rankin County Juvenile Detention
Rankin County Juvenile Detention
The Rankin County Sheriff’s Juvenile Detention Center houses juveniles who are arrested and charged within the area for a short period of time. Staff focus on creating a safe and secure environment that is positive and supporting change rather than punitive. Programs are active within the facility that provide life skills, social skills, physical education, and academics. Youth are encouraged to interact in positive ways and to help maintain a positive environment. Basic needs are all cared for, including meals that are balanced and nutritious, school that follows the local public schools, laundry for clean bedding, towels, and clothing, along with medical care and dental care, and mental health care is available as needed. Juveniles are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions and decisions, to be accountable to themselves and others, discipline to stay on the schedule that is provided and adhered too, and how to make positive choices in the future. Mail: Any mail that is received will only be accepted through the postal service with a full return address and the name of the sender, and it must be letter or postcard only. Phones: Phone calls are permitted to be made to parents, guardians, or grandparents only. Visitation: Each juvenile is permitted one 30 minute visit each day with visiting hours occurring on Tuesday and Friday 5:30pm-6:45pm, Saturday 8:30am-12pm and 5:30pm-6:35pm, as well as Sunday 5:30pm-6:45pm. Parents, guardians, and grandparents are the only visitors permitted.Inmate Services
Phone
601-824-2553Mailing address (personal mail)
Rankin County Juvenile Detention center
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Rankin County Juvenile Detention center
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
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To search for an inmate in the Rankin County Juvenile Detention, 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 601-824-2553 for the information you are looking for.
Rankin County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Rankin County Juvenile Detention, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.
The Rankin County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 84 offenders in custody on any given day. The Rankin County Juvenile Detention 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 Rankin County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,680 offenders.
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After an arrest, the individual is brought to Rankin County Juvenile Detention for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Rankin County Juvenile Detention:
- Identification confirmation.
- Photographs (mugshots).
- Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
- Potential DNA collection.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Providing a free phone call.
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Rankin County Juvenile Detention at 601-824-2553.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Rankin County Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?
Rankin County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
601-824-2553
- 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 601-824-2553 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 601-824-2553 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 |
Rankin County Juvenile Detention Resident Visitation Schedule
100 Court Cove
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
601-824-2553
- Only parents, grandparents and legal guardians may have personal visits.
- Visits are 30 minutes.
| DAY | TIMES |
| TUESDAY | 5:30PM - 6:45PM |
| FRIDAY | 5:30PM - 6:45PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30AM - 12:00PM 5:30PM - 6:45PM |
| SUNDAY | 5:30PM - 6:45PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Rankin County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-824-2553 for further assistance.
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