Summit County Juvenile Detention Services

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Summit County Juvenile Detention Services

With several housing units to keep offenders housed with those that will offer the best and safest results, based upon security needs, age, and charges, the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services can hold up to 100 youth offenders. All meals are provided, along with transportation to all medical and other appointments, and there is a strong focus on maintaining a safe and secure environment for both offenders and the staff who work there. Akron Public Schools provides the faculty and the programs to keep each student up to date on their classwork so they can return to their regular classes when they are released. Computers have been installed to allow students to have access to the technology they need for their classes and to navigate online access, as well as gym classes and other programs to round out the education that is provided. Phones: Phones are accessible, and youth can call parents or guardians during their approved times, with additional calls being earned based upon behavior and positive choices. Visitation: Visits are permitted and can be conducted online, with visiting hours being Tuesday and Thursday 7:30pm to 8:30pm and Saturday and Sunday 1:30pm to 2:30 pm.

Phone: 330-643-5379

Physical Address:
650 Dan Street
Akron, OH 44310

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services?

To search for an inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, 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 330-643-5379 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Summit County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Summit County Juvenile Detention Services Inmate Search

The Summit County Juvenile Detention Services maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Summit County Juvenile Detention Services 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 Summit County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 14,120 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Booking process details at Summit County Juvenile Detention Services

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Summit County Juvenile Detention Services for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.

It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.

The booking process at Summit County Juvenile Detention Services typically involves the following steps:

  • Identifying the individual.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Conducting a full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal property.
  • Allowing a phone call.

For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 330-643-5379.

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Directions / Map to the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for a loved one in Summit County

Once booked at Summit County Juvenile Detention Services in Akron, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 330-643-5379.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

  • Accepted payment types for a cash bond vary by jail, so confirm them at 330-643-5379 first.
  • Licensed bail bondsmen in Summit County can assist with the process.
  • Property bonds are allowed in some places but not others; the court or the jail can say if Summit County takes them.

For more details on the bail process in Summit County, Ohio, visit the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services? What is the Schedule?

Summit County Juvenile Detention Services ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

650 Dan Street
Akron, OH 44310
330-643-5379

  • 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 330-643-5379 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 330-643-5379 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

Summit County Juvenile Detention Services uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Summit County Juvenile Detention Services can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

Summit County Juvenile Detention Services uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Summit County Juvenile Detention Services can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 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 Summit County Juvenile Detention Services?

Summit County Juvenile Detention Services uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Summit County Juvenile Detention Services can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.

Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Summit County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Summit County Juvenile Detention Services follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Ohio, then select Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Summit County Juvenile Detention Services.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Summit County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Summit County Juvenile Detention Services follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Ohio, then select Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Summit County Juvenile Detention Services.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services using an Online Messaging Service?

Summit County Juvenile Detention Services allows Secure Messaging using a third-party service call Access Corrections.

They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.

Register/Log in here.

After Registering/Logging In:

1.     You choose Summit County Juvenile Detention Services.
2.    You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3.    You add a credit or debit card.
4.    You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5.    You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6.    Summit County Juvenile Detention Services charges a fee for each message sent or received.

Important Things to Know

 - Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
 - ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail. 
 - Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
 - Rates vary and are always subject to change.
 - Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
 - You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
 - You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
 - You may NOT type or send emoticons.
 - You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
 - You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved. 
 - Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
 - You may NOT transfer credits to another email.

Phone: 866-345-1884

Email:  customerservice@accesscorrections.com
FAQ
Contact Page
iphone app
Android app

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Summit County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Summit County Juvenile Detention Services follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Ohio, then select Summit County Juvenile Detention Services, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Summit County Juvenile Detention Services check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Summit County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Summit County Juvenile Detention Services have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Summit County Juvenile Detention Services’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-643-5379 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Summit County

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

Summit County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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