Marathon County Juvenile Facility

County Juvenile

Last Updated: May 24, 2019
Address
7015 Packer Drive, Wausau, WI 54401
Beds
120
County
Marathon
Phone
715-261-1730
Fax
715-261-1737
Email
sheriff@mail.co.marathon.wi.us

Marathon County Juvenile Facility is for County Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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The Marathon County Juvenile Facility is a medium to low-security detention center located at 7015 Packer Drive Wausau, WI 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.


Juvenile Detention

The Secure Detention center is located within the Marathon County Juvenile Facility and is considered a secure placement for juveniles. This is similar to the adult jail. Reasons for being admitted to a secure facility generally include criminal activity. The facility can house up to 20 children ages 10-17 years old, which includes boys and girls.

Juvenile Shelter Home

The Shelter Home is also located within the Marathon County Juvenile Facility and is considered a non-secure placement for juveniles. This means that children are not locked in and do have some freedom even though there are rules to follow in the structured setting. Children typically are ages 10-17 years old. Reasons for being admitted include abuse and neglect, runaway, uncontrollable, criminal activity, and awaiting placement in a foster home, group home, or residential treatment center. Currently the shelter home can house up to 8 children, which includes boys and girls.

Inmate Locator

Juvenile facilities overseen by Marathon County do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility.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 715-261-1730. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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