Bedford County TN Juvenile Detention Center

County Juvenile

Last Updated: November 01, 2020
Address
101 Lane Pkwy, Shelbyville, TN 37160
Beds
13
County
Bedford
Phone
931-680-9720
Fax
931-380-2997

Bedford County TN Juvenile Detention Center is for County Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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The Bedford County TN Juvenile Detention Center is a medium to low-security detention center located at 101 Lane Pkwy Shelbyville, TN that is operated locally by the Juvenile Justice Department and holds youths awaiting the determination of punishment for the crimes of which they are accused. Most of the adolescents are here for less than two years.

The juvenile justice system differs from the adult system, focusing on rehabilitation and recognizing the developmental differences in juveniles. It aims to protect both the child and the public and helps juveniles become productive adults.

Juveniles are detained if they pose a threat, may miss court, or violate court orders. Parental involvement is crucial for effective supervision and rehabilitation.

Key differences in terminology include "taken into custody" instead of "arrest" and "supervision" instead of "probation." Referrals usually come from law enforcement, and an intake social worker decides the juvenile's placement. An inquiry can lead to dismissal, corrective action, or court involvement.

The process includes a plea hearing, possible evaluations, a pre-trial conference, a fact-finding hearing, and a dispositional hearing to determine the case's outcome. Parents may need to cover associated costs.

The Bedford County TN Juvenile Detention Center is a facility supervised by the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth is the state advisory group responsible for implementing the provisions of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (JJDP) Act in Tennessee.

The four core requirements of the act are to:

  1. Deinstitutionalize status offenders;
  2. Remove children from adult jails;
  3. Separate children from adult offenders; and
  4. Reduce disproportionate minority contact (DMC) within the juvenile justice system.

To assure compliance with these requirements, TCCY conducts periodic on-site monitoring of all jails and detention facilities in Tennessee.

TCCY also performs on-site monitoring of programs awarded funds through TCCY and distributes state and federal funds to counties and community programs to prevent delinquency or improve services for children involved with juvenile courts.

TCCY oversees the statewide and local disproportionate minority contact task forces, which work with local communities to address the overrepresentation of minorities at all applicable points of contact within the juvenile justice system. Also, in collaboration with other state agencies, the courts, schools, and community-based organizations, TCCY provides training and technical assistance on grant applications and compliance with the JJDP act.

A list of Juvenile Detention Centers, Temporary Holding Facilities and Youth Development Centers is also available.

Inmate Locator

Juvenile facilities overseen by Bedford County do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility. As such, there is no public forum for this information.

Visitation Information

Visitation at the county or regional juvenile facility is restricted to immediate family members only, including mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. The visitation guidelines are stringent, and it is advisable to contact the facility staff to ascertain specific limitations. For information on visitation schedules, visiting room regulations, and other relevant details about your visit, please contact 931-680-9720. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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