McLennan County Juvenile Detention
McLennan County Juvenile Detention
The rated capacity of the McLennan County Juvenile Detention is 72 juveniles. They accept both male and female youth who are charged and waiting for their trial or who are assigned to the location by the court. They are housed in units that are determined by gender, age, seriousness of charges, and any history of detention in place. Schooling is provided by the Waco Independent School District, ensuring that the classes follow the guidelines of the home schools and allow youth to transition in and out of the location without falling behind. There are medical staff onsite to meet all immediate medical needs and transportation for further needs. This staff includes 2 LVNs who work full time, two RNs who work full time, and a doctor who remains on call around the clock. A licensed professional counselor meets the mental health needs of the youth while they are detained, and they may leave with referrals to outside counseling to continue the work that is begun during detention. Mail: 2601 Gholson Road Waco, TX 76704 Phone: Only parents and guardians may receive phone calls from residents, who will have access to phones at the end of the day after school and programs have been completed. Visitation: Only parents and guardians are permitted to visit during visiting hours, which are Tuesday 6pm to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 12pm.Inmate Services
Phone
254-757-5072Mailing address (personal mail)
McLennan County Juvenile Detention
2601 Gholson Rd.
Waco, TX 76704
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the McLennan 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 254-757-5072 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in McLennan County and anywhere in Texas.
McLennan County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search
The McLennan County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 72 offenders in custody on any given day. The McLennan 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 McLennan County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 39,840 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less- Juvenile Detention: 254-757-5072
- Adult Probation: 254-757-5070
- Arrest Warrants: 254-757-5107
- Criminal Court Clerk: 254-757-5185
- District Attorney: 254-757-5084
- Juvenile Court: 254-759-5656
- Juvenile Probation: 254-757-5072
- Records: 254-757-5108
- Sheriff: 254-757-5000
- Video Visitation Technical: 866-516-0115
- Visitation: 254-757-5095
- Waco Police: 254-750-7500
What happens during booking at McLennan County Juvenile Detention?
After arrest, individuals are processed at McLennan County Juvenile Detention, 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 McLennan County Juvenile Detention:
- 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 254-757-5072.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the McLennan County Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?
McLennan County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
2601 Gholson Rd.
Waco, TX 76704
254-757-5072
- 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 254-757-5072 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 254-757-5072 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 |
McLennan County Juvenile Detention Youth Visitation
2601 Gholson Rd.
Waco, TX 76704
254-757-5072
Visitation is scheduled for Thursday evenings and is limited to parents/guardians.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McLennan County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-757-5072 for further assistance.
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The McLennan County Juvenile Detention serves the following cities and towns of McLennan County: Bellmead, Beverly Hills, Hewitt, Hillsboro, Lacy-Lakeview, Lorena, Mart, McGregor, Meridian, Riesel, Robinson, Waco, West and Woodway.