Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home

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Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home Information

With a capacity of 70 beds, the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Center offers housing for young offenders who are waiting for their trial, assigned to the facility by the court, or are a danger to themselves or others. It is one large building that has 5 housing units, a 10 bed unit, two 14 bed units, and 2 16 bed units, a school through the public school system, an indoor gymnasium, cafeteria, medical clinic and outside recreation in the form of a basketball court and soccer field. Both male and female youth are housed here if they are assigned to it by the court, and they are all between the ages of 10 and 18 years old. It has a pre-disposition program, post disposition program, central admissions and placement and a community placement program. The facility is also responsible for the local Sheltercare program that operates on an alternative site and provides aa safe and supportive space to assist at risk youth within the community. Mail: 200 South Whiting St, Alexandria, VA 22304 Phones: Youth are able to contact their approved visitors via phone call regularly but are unable to accept incoming calls. Visitation: Visiting hours are provided Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 7:30pm-8:30pm and Sundays 8:30am-9:30am and 1:30pm-2:30pm.

Phone: 703-751-3700

Physical Address:
200 South Whiting Street
Alexandria, VA 22304

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's Name
Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention
200 South Whiting St,
Alexandria, VA 22304

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How Do You Find Someone in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home?

To search for an inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home, 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 703-751-3700 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Alexandria city Criminal Court Cases, as well as Virginia Criminal Court cases online for every other county, and daily court dockets for each of the state's courts. If you are not sure what court your inmate is to appear in, this is a list of all the courts in Virginia, broken down by each court circuit.

Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home Inmate Search

The Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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 Alexandria city law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,540 offenders.

The following charts of Alexandria city 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 Alexandria city Corrections Department, the state of Virginia Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Alexandria city.

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 Alexandria city 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.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home, call the jail’s booking line at 703-751-3700.

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.

Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Alexandria city?

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 Alexandria city 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home?

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 Alexandria city and other Virginia 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Does Alexandria city have bail?  

Yes,  Alexandria city recognizes most types of bonds.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Alexandria city? 

There are three types of bail available in Alexandria city: release on own recognizance, unsecured bail, and secured bail.

Who can set bail in Alexandria city?  

Bail is set by a magistrate at the first court date, also known as first appearance. 

When is bail set in Virginia?  

The first court date, or first appearance is generally scheduled within 1-3 days of arrest.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home? What is the Schedule?

Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

200 South Whiting Street
Alexandria, VA 22304
703-751-3700

  • 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 703-751-3700 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 703-751-3700 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

Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home Juvenile Visitation

703-751-3700

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
7:30-8:30PM

Sunday
8:30-9:30AM
1:30-2:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home, and what can I send them?

Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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:
Juvenile's Name
Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention
200 South Whiting St,
Alexandria, VA 22304



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
200 South Whiting Street
Alexandria, VA 22304



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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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 Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home 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:
200 South Whiting Street
Alexandria, VA 22304

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Home’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 703-751-3700 for further assistance.

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