Durham Youth Detention

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Durham Youth Detention

Operated by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, the Durhan Youth Detention Center has 14 beds and accepts both male and female juveniles. This is a secure facility for those who are waiting for a court date, who are being held for the safety of themselves or the community, or those who are sentenced to a term of detention and are waiting for transfer to a long term facility. Before being assigned to any housing unit, there is an assessment during the intake process, that will be used to create a program for that juvenile. The assessment including educational assessment to determine grade level and necessary accommodations or testing including GED testing, a medical assessment to arrange any prescriptions to be delivered to create care plans for all medical needs, a mental health assessment to create a treatment plan, and the determination of any substance use or abuse that can be addressed as well. Each program is designed to support the needs of the student and to provide opportunities for treatment and education, as well as supporting personal growth, development of life skills, and improving social skills. As a secure facility there is a high level of security and officers interact with the students daily. Mail: 2432 Broad Street, Durham, NC 27704 Mail is delivered by the postal service and must have both an address and return address to be delivered. Phones: Phone use is a privilege that can be lost based upon behavior, allowing juveniles to call their parents or guardians each week. Visitation: If parents, guardians, or others are granted visits they will be provided with the day and time of those visits.
Inmate Services

Phone: 919-560-0840

Physical Address:
 2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Juvenile's Name
Durham County Youth Home
2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704

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How Do You Find Someone in the Durham Youth Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Durham Youth 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 919-560-0840 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case information online, including the daily court dockets for Durham County.

Durham Youth Detention Inmate Search

The Durham Youth Detention maintains an average of 14 offenders in custody on any given day. The Durham Youth 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 Durham County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 15,000 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Durham Youth Detention?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Durham Youth Detention for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Durham Youth Detention typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 919-560-0840.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Durham Youth Detention? What is the Schedule?

Durham Youth Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704
919-560-0840

  • 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 919-560-0840 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 919-560-0840 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

Durham Youth Detention Visitation Schedule

2432 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27704
919-560-0840

  • Visiting hours are Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  
  • Visitation with each child is limited to 15 minutes per visit due to limited visitation space for residents and family.
  • Exceptions can be made to this policy for parents whose work schedule prevents them from visiting during the normal visiting hours.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Durham Youth Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 919-560-0840 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Durham County

What are the other City and County Jails in Durham County?

Durham County County Jails
Durham County Detention Center
Durham County Juvenile Facilities
Durham Youth Detention
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Durham County?

Durham Chatham Orange Person Wake Granville
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Search for an Inmate in Durham County

This facility, known as "Durham Youth Detention" is also known as Durham County Juvenile Detention, Durham Youth Detention, North Carolina, Durham.

The Durham Youth Detention serves the following cities and towns of Durham County: Durham, Bahama, Bragtown, Butner, Gorman, Morrisville and Research Triangle Park.