Duval County Juvenile Detention

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Duval County Juvenile Detention Information

The juvenile detention center that was located in Duval County has been closed permanently and all juvenile offenders are sent to the nearest juvenile facility.

Phone: 361-279-2040

Physical Address:
4998 S. FM 1329
P O Drawer 989
San Diego, TX 78384

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How Do You Find Someone in the Duval County Juvenile Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Duval 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 361-279-2040 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Duval County and anywhere in Texas.

Duval County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search

The Duval County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 48 offenders in custody on any given day. The Duval 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 Duval County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,620 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Duval County Juvenile Detention?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Duval County Juvenile Detention, call the jail’s booking line at 361-279-2040.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Duval County Juvenile Detention Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Duval County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Duval County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Duval County Juvenile Detention?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Duval County and other Texas and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Duval County Juvenile Detention will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Duval County Juvenile Detention Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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

The Duval County Sheriff recommends that you use a bail bond agent licensed to do business in Duval County.

  • You can pay a cash bond yourself, or use your home in Duval County, or in some cases the state of Texas, but the benefit of using a bail bond agent is that they take responsibility for making sure the inmate shows up for court in Duval County, and if they don't, then they take the financial responsibility.
  • The typical fee for a bond will be between 10-20% of the bail amount; usually 15%.  So if an offender has a bail of $10,000.00, their bond will be $1500.00.

Call 361-279-2040 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Duval County inmate locator.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Duval County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

4998 S. FM 1329
P O Drawer 989
San Diego, TX 78384
361-279-2040

  • 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 361-279-2040 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 361-279-2040 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 Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 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 Duval County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Duval County Juvenile Detention

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Duval 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Duval 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 Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Duval County Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Duval County Juvenile Detention allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Duval County Juvenile Detention also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
4998 S. FM 1329
P O Drawer 989
San Diego, TX 78384



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
4998 S. FM 1329
P O Drawer 989
San Diego, TX 78384



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Duval County Juvenile Detention allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Duval County Juvenile Detention standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
4998 S. FM 1329
P O Drawer 989
San Diego, TX 78384

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Duval 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 Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Duval 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 Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Duval 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 Duval County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-2040 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Duval County

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

Duval County County Jails
Duval County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Duval Jim Hogg Brooks Jim Wells Live Oak McMullen Webb La Salle
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Search for an Inmate in Duval County

This facility, known as "Duval County Juvenile Detention" is also known as Judge Ricardo H. Garcia Regional Juvenile Detention, Duval County Juvenile Detention, Texas, Duval.