The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center
The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center
The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center functions to house the local young offenders as they wait for their trial or as they are working through rehabilitation programming after adjudication. It also houses alternatives to detention programs including outreach detention which allows youth to remain in the home and meet with their worker up to 6 days a week, intensive supervision which follows a return from a special placement, electronic monitoring, a weekend program for those who are detained on the weekends but return home for the weekdays, and community service. While in detention, either before or after a trial and adjudication, they will receive a full meal plan that follows the nutrition guides for the youth, as well as recreational time and activities, programs such as therapy and social skills development, life skills, and learn responsibility. Students are expected to attend classes during the week which are provided by teachers through the local school board. Medical care is provided onsite and mental health care is available to all juveniles. Family contact is vital to the success and support of the youth so they are provided with contact opportunities through mail, phone calls, and visits. Mail: P.O. Box 16248 Bristol, VA 24209 Mail is subject to inspection and removal of any contraband or items that are restricted. Phones: Phones are provided for at least one call from the youth to their parent or guardian each week, though many will receive the opportunity for more calls. Visitation: Visits occur for 30 minutes at a time, within the one hour time period provided, and a court signed notice of visitation must be presented before the visit so arrive a few minutes early. One person may visit at a time. The available times are: Tuesday - 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Thursday - 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Saturday - 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Sunday - 2:00 PM to 3:00 PMInmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile 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 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Bristol 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.
The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Search
The The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center maintains an average of 50 offenders in custody on any given day. The The Highlands Juvenile 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 Bristol City law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,640 offenders.
The following charts of Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat should you know about the booking process at The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center?
Once arrested, the person is taken to The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center at .
Steps to pay bail in Bristol City
After an arrest, individuals are brought to The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center in Bristol for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact .
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at ).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Bristol City are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Bristol City, Virginia, visit the The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
2105 Shakesville Road
Bristol, VA 24209
- 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 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 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 The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile 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 The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile 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 The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the The Highlands Juvenile 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 The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the The Highlands Juvenile 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 The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Bristol City?
Bristol City County Jails
Bristol City Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThis facility, known as "The Highlands Juvenile Detention Center" is also known as Appalachian Juvenile Commission, Highlands Juvenile Detention - Bristol , Highlands Juvenile Detention - Bristol , Virginia, Bristol.