Morris County Juvenile Detention
Morris County Juvenile Detention
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center operates with a behavioral management program that permits the youth, ages 12-18, to earn additional privileges during their detention. Within 24 hours of arrest or arrival they will be seen by a judge for a detention hearing that is done through a video conference from the detention center. They will also receive an assessment with the physician who attends the facility or the nurse that is on staff, and a social worker is onsite at all times for any crisis intervention or emergency needs that arise. Ongoing medical, dental, and mental health care is provided. Education is provided for high school credits, but this location does not have a GED program. Three meals are provided each day and one snack, along with having laundry services and recreational time. Juveniles are expected to participate in doing their chores, keeping up with their schoolwork, and engaging in any treatments that are recommended. Letters, phone calls, and visits are provided with immediate family only, to offer support to both the youth and their families during their detention. Mail: Morris County Juvenile Detention Center P. O. Box 900 Morristown, NJ 07963 Phones: On Tuesdays and Thursdays between 4pm and 8pm residents are permitted to call family members who have been previously approved. Only outgoing calls are permitted. Visitation: Only parents, guardians, grandparents, and siblings who are over the age of 16 are permitted to visit during the visiting hours provided. Visiting times for all residents are: Saturdays: 1:15pm – 1:45pm 2:15pm – 2:45pm 3:15pm – 3:45pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm Sundays: 1:15pm – 1:45pm 2:15pm – 2:45pm 3:15pm – 3:45pm 7:00pm – 7:30pm GOLD LEVEL RESIDENTS ONLY: Wednesdays: 9:00pm – 9:30pmInmate Services
Phone
973-285-2959Mailing address (personal mail)
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Morris County Juvenile Detention Center
P. O. Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Morris 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 973-285-2959 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case for Morris County or any other court in New Jersey.
Morris County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search
The Morris County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 42 offenders in custody on any given day. The Morris 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 Morris County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 11,320 offenders.
The following charts of Morris County 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 Morris County Corrections Department, the state of New Jersey Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Morris County.
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 Morris County 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow is booking conducted at Morris County Juvenile Detention?
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Morris County Juvenile Detention 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention:
- 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 973-285-2959.
How to post bail for someone arrested in Morris County
When an individual is arrested and booked at Morris County Juvenile Detention in Morristown, the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 973-285-2959 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
- Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 973-285-2959 if needed.
- You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Morris County.
- Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.
For further information on posting bail in Morris County, New Jersey, visit the Morris County Juvenile Detention Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?
Morris County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
460 West Hanover Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07963-0900
973-285-2959
- 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 973-285-2959 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 973-285-2959 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 Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
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How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention by Phone
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
- Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
- Pin Debit - This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
- Voicemail - You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Morris County Juvenile Detention, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.
For full instructions on the Morris County Juvenile Detention Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Morris County Juvenile Detention using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Morris County Juvenile Detention have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Morris County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 973-285-2959 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Morris County?
Morris County County Jails
Morris County Juvenile Facilities
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The Morris County Juvenile Detention serves the following cities and towns of Morris County: Boonton, Butler, Chatham, Chester, Denville, Dover, East Hanover, Florham Park, Hanover, Harding, Jefferson, Kinnelon, Lincoln Park, Long Hill, Longview, Madison, Mendham, Mine Hill, Montville, Morris, Morris Plains, Morristown, Mountain Lakes, Mount Arlington, Mount Olive, Netcong, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Peapack-Gladstone, Pequannock, Randolph, Riverdale, Rockaway, Roxbury, Victory Gardens, Washington and Wharton.