Kern County Juvenile - Camp Erwin Owen

County Juvenile

Last Updated: June 21, 2019
Address
14404 Sierra Way, Kernville, CA 93238
Beds
125
County
Kern
Phone
760-376-2844

Kern County Juvenile - Camp Erwin Owen is for County Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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The Kern County Juvenile - Camp Erwin Owen is a medium to low-security detention center located at 14404 Sierra Way Kernville, CA that is operated locally by the Juvenile Justice Department and holds youths awaiting the determination of punishment for the crimes which they are accused. Most of the adolescents are here for less than two years.


Camp Erwin Owen, located in Kernville, California, was founded in 1938. This non-secure juvenile forestry camp houses 125 wards between the ages of 14 and 18 committed by the Juvenile Court. Camp Owen averages 450 admissions per year with the average length of stay just over three months, although it was designed to be a six month stay program. The wards length of stay is determined by behavior, prior history of criminal activity, commitment offenses, drug/gang history and academic background.

Rehabilitation occurs through a multifaceted program consisting of discipline, education, counseling, guidance, work experience, vocational training, athletics and a group living experience. The staff supervises wards working on crews assigned to the Camp’s building maintenance, care of grounds, meal preparation, agriculture, animal husbandry, laundry and auto shop. Camp’s focus has been a balance of a strong work program with a strong academic program. Through the Kern County Superintendent of Schools the boys attend school half day and work half day. Juvenile Corrections Officers maintain daily records in the areas of work, school, behavior and interpersonal skills/relationships.

On site mental health professionals provide substance abuse counseling and psychiatric services to the wards. Camp Owen enjoys a positive relationship with the neighboring community assisting in numerous community service projects. In turn, volunteers in the community play an important part at Camp Owen providing mentoring, religious services and tutoring.

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Juvenile facilities overseen by Kern County do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility.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 760-376-2844. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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