SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex
SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex
South Carolina has a main central juvenile detention center that is located in Columbia and has space for up to 72 juveniles. Through the use of separate housing units, both male and female juveniles from 11 to 18 years of age are housed in the facility. Each will receive clothing and bedding upon their arrival, and parents are able to drop off any prescription medications to be distributed by medical staff. All medical care is provided by the facility, and mental health professionals are available to meet the mental health needs for any of the youth who are in residence. While in detention youth will receive education services that are equal to that of the public schools, as well as additional learning opprtunites to grow and develop new social skills and life skills, positive decision making, and how to make healthy choices. Several alternatives to detention are considered for each youth including work programs, home supervision, probation, and community service. Through the use of inhouse programs, out patient programs, and alternatives to detention, the state hopes to reduce recidivism and the number of juveniles who are detained each year. Mail: 1725 Shivers Road Columbia, South Carolina 29212 It should be expected for all mail to be inspected for contraband, adult content and illegal activities are not permitted in mail and will be denied. Both incoming and outgoing mail is monitored. Phone: Phones are provided, though only outgoing calls are permitted by the system, and family is unable to call their juvenile during detention. Youth are permitted to call parents and guardians regularly. Visitation: Visiting hours are provided to the parents and guardians of the youth wo are being detained, and they will be able to visit at least once each week.Inmate Services
Phone
803-896-9440Mailing address (personal mail)
1725 Shivers Rd
Columbia, SC 29210
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
1725 Shivers Rd
Columbia, SC 29210
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex, 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 803-896-9440 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Offender's Criminal Court Case online.
SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex 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 SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex, 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 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
The SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex maintains an average of 20 offenders in custody on any given day. The SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex 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 Colleton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,920 offenders.
The following charts of Colleton 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 Colleton County Corrections Department, the state of South Carolina Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Colleton 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 Colleton 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 booking works at SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex
When someone is arrested, they are taken to SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex at 803-896-9440.
Paying bail for someone in Colleton County
After being arrested and booked into SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex in Columbia, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 803-896-9440 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 803-896-9440.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Colleton County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Colleton County, South Carolina, visit the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex? What is the Schedule?
SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
1725 Shivers Road
Columbia, SC 29210
803-896-9440
- 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 803-896-9440 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 803-896-9440 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 SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 803-896-9440 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Colleton County?
Colleton County County Jails
Colleton County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Colleton County?
The SCDJJ Juvenile Detention Complex serves the following cities and towns of Colleton County: Cottageville, Islandton, Lodge, Smoaks, Walterboro and Williams.