Tioga County Detention Center
Tioga County Detention Center
With a small capacity, up to 12 detainees at any one time, the Tioga County Juvenile Detention houses both male and female juveniles. Shortly after an arrest and intake, each of the juvenile offenders will have a detention hearing to determine if they will remain detained or if they will be released, under house supervision or otherwise, until their court dates. Any with a history of not arriving to court date, who have committed a serious offense, or who have a long history of charges will be detained until their adjudication. This is only a short term facility without the capacity or capability to house someone long term. Classrooms are provided for ongoing academic education, and there are teachers present to ensure they follow the local requirements for each grade. Medical staff will provide all necessary medical care, and mental health professionals provide treatments and therapies as required for each of the individual residents. Group and individual therapy is available, and treatments for substance abuse or trauma related concerns. Mail: PO Box 766, Wellsboro, PA, 16901 Mail must be addressed to the juvenile at the faclity address and may not contain contraband to be delivered. Mail is delivered to residents each day. Phones: Only those who residents are approved to call may receive calls from the facility, Time is provided regularly for phone calls to be made. Visitation: Visits are for family and all visitors must be approved before scheduling a visit.Inmate Services
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To search for an inmate in the Tioga County Detention Center, 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 570.724.5766 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online in Tioga County or any other county in Pennsylvania.
Tioga County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Tioga County Detention Center maintains an average of 12 offenders in custody on any given day. The Tioga County Detention Center 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 Tioga County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,080 offenders.
The following charts of Tioga 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 Tioga County Corrections Department, the state of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Tioga 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 Tioga 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 lessWhat happens during booking at Tioga County Detention Center?
After arrest, individuals are processed at Tioga County Detention Center, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Tioga County Detention Center:
- Verifying the person’s identity.
- Taking mugshots.
- Questions regarding medical and mental health history, along with drug and gang affiliations.
- Collecting DNA if necessary.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 570.724.5766.
How do you post bail in Tioga County?
If someone is taken to Tioga County Detention Center in Wellsboro for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 570.724.5766.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
- Cash bonds are paid in full, normally at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order, and card payments are often possible through a kiosk in the lobby or an online vendor for a convenience fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number ready, and reach the jail at 570.724.5766.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Tioga County can facilitate payment.
- Property bonds are available in many courts: an owner may pledge land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond amount (often double) with the deed and a recent tax or appraisal figure, and the court that set bail decides whether to accept it.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, visit the Tioga County Detention Center Bail FAQ page.
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Tioga County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
P.O. Box 766
Wellsboro, PA 16901
570.724.5766
- 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 570.724.5766 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 570.724.5766 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 Tioga County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Tioga County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Tioga County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
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How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Tioga County Detention Center
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Tioga County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Tioga County Detention Center, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Tioga County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Tioga County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Tioga County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Tioga County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Tioga County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 570.724.5766 for further assistance.
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Tioga County County Jails
Tioga County Juvenile Facilities
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This facility, known as "Tioga County Detention Center" is also known as Tioga County Jail & Detention Center, Tioga County Jail & Detention Center, Pennsylvania, Tioga.