City Justice Center is a county detention facility at 200 S Tucker Blvd, operated by the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office. Most people here are awaiting trial or serving a sentence under one year. This is not a prison - stays are typically days or months, not years. Information on this page was last verified August 2026.
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If you are not certain they are there, the fastest way to confirm is the St. Louis County inmate search or InmateAid's inmate locator, which searches by name across Missouri facilities.
Booking takes time - sometimes several hours after arrest. If the search comes back empty, wait a few hours and try again before assuming they are somewhere else. You can also pull their arrest record and booking details to confirm the charges and facility assignment. For the most direct answer, call City Justice Center at 314-621-5848.
Most people booked at City Justice Center appear before a judge within 24 to 48 hours. At that first appearance the judge sets bail - or denies it - based on the charges, history, and flight risk.
If bail is set, your family member can be released by paying the full amount or through a bail bondsman who typically charges 10 percent as a non-refundable fee. If bail is denied or unaffordable, they remain at City Justice Center until the case resolves. InmateAid's bail and bond guide covers every option including what to do when you cannot afford a bondsman.
Right after arrest your family member goes through intake - identity verification, medical screening, property inventory, and classification. Classification places them in a housing unit based on charges, prior record, and intake behavior. It is not a punishment. It is how the facility manages a population that ranges from people on minor warrants to individuals facing serious charges.
Phone access and visitation are typically unavailable during the first 24 to 48 hours while booking completes. Once they are assigned to a housing unit those channels open. InmateAid's what happens in jail guide walks through the full intake process step by step.
Your family member calls you - you cannot call them.
Calls from City Justice Center go through the facility's contracted phone provider. Visit InmateAid's jail calls page to find the current provider for this facility and get your account set up before the first call.
Phone contact is more important than most people realize going into this. A regular call - even a short one - makes a measurable difference in how someone holds up inside.
Visitation at City Justice Center is subject to the facility's current schedule, which can change without notice. Before making the trip, call 314-621-5848 to confirm current hours, any registration requirements, and what you can bring. Showing up without confirming first is the most common mistake families make - it results in a wasted trip and a missed visit.
General rules across most Missouri county jails: dress conservatively, avoid colors that resemble inmate uniforms, leave your phone in your car, bring valid government-issued ID. Children may be permitted with specific requirements. Read InmateAid's visitation guide for a full pre-visit checklist.
Visitor Guidelines for the City Justice Center (CJC)
The City Justice Center provides an opportunity for pre-approved individuals to visit residents. To ensure a secure and efficient process, visitors must adhere to strict rules and complete the required pre-approval steps. Social visits are a privilege and may be denied for failure to comply with these regulations.
Pre-Approval Process
Visitors must be pre-approved before visiting any inmate at CJC. Each inmate may authorize up to five (5) visitors by mailing them Visitor Request Forms during their orientation. These forms must be completed by the prospective visitors and returned to:
City Justice Center
200 S. Tucker Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63102
Approval Criteria
To be approved, visitors must meet the following conditions:
- No active warrants.
- Not recently released from a penal institution within the past 180 days.
- Not currently on probation or parole, unless a handwritten approval letter is provided by the Parole Officer.
The Case Workers at CJC maintain all Visitor Request Forms. To confirm approval status, visitors should call the inmate’s assigned Case Worker by contacting (314) 621-5848. Provide the inmate’s name, and the operator will transfer the call to the correct Case Worker. If you have been incarcerated within the past year, contact Deputy Superintendent Adrian Barnes at (314) 621-5848, ext. 1057 for additional clearance.
Visitation Schedule and Process
- Frequency: Inmates are permitted one (1) social visit per week.
- Hours: Visits are available Monday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Duration: Each visit lasts for one hour.
- Scheduling: The inmate must request the date and time of the visit two (2) days in advance with their Housing Unit Officer.
Visitors must arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit to allow for registration. Late arrivals will not be admitted. All visitors must be pre-approved and follow the facility’s rules during the visit.
Dress Code and Prohibited Items
To maintain security, all visitors must comply with the following dress code:
- No tank tops, hoodies, jackets, or inappropriate clothing.
- Dresses must be at or below the knees.
- Headgear is only allowed for religious purposes.
Prohibited items include purses, bags, large items, or any personal property intended for the inmate. Visitors may deposit money for inmates using the kiosks located in the facility’s lobby.
Visitor Conduct and Security
Visitors are subject to frisk searches and must behave in an orderly manner. Entry may be denied for:
- Inappropriate dress or failure to comply with the dress code.
- Being uncooperative with staff or disruptive during the visit.
- Appearing under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Presenting a security risk or engaging in illegal conduct.
Failure to follow these rules may result in the cancellation of the visit, removal from the facility, placement on the NO-ADMIT list, or arrest if State or Local Law violations occur.
Additional Information
- Minor children must be accompanied and supervised by an approved adult at all times.
- Visitors are recommended to arrive early to allow time for the registration process.
- Visiting periods start promptly; late arrivals will not be accommodated.
- Visitors engaging in disorderly conduct or any actions that compromise facility security will face consequences, including removal from the facility.
By following these guidelines, visitors can help ensure a smooth and successful visitation experience while maintaining the safety and order of the City Justice Center. For further questions or to confirm your visitation status, contact (314) 621-5848.
Money on the books - also called the commissary or trust account - gives your family member access to hygiene items, snacks, phone time, and postage. It directly affects their daily comfort and ability to stay connected.
Steps to send money to City Justice Center:
1. Go to InmateAid's send money page to find the approved deposit method for this facility
2. Have your family member's full legal name and booking number ready
3. Choose online deposit, phone deposit, or facility kiosk
4. Use the name and number exactly as they appear in the jail's system - any error will delay or reject the deposit
A letter or a printed photo costs almost nothing to send and means far more than most people on the outside appreciate.
City Justice Center accepts mail addressed to your family member at 200 S Tucker Blvd. Include their full legal name and booking number on every piece. Standard rules at most Missouri county jails: plain white paper only, no staples, no glitter, no stickers, no colored ink. Standard print-size photos only, nothing written on the back. Mail that does not meet the facility's standards will be rejected - and they may not notify you. Keep it simple.
InmateAid's send mail service prints and mails on approved stock from your phone or computer. Formatting rejection is not a risk.
Books and magazines must be ordered new from the publisher or an online retailer - not shipped from your home address. Order through Amazon or directly from the publisher. Anything from a personal address will be rejected.
Visitation rules, phone access, bail processes, inmate search tools, and what happens at release all vary by state. InmateAid's Missouri prison resources hub covers all of it - written specifically for families navigating the Missouri system.
Have a specific question from someone who has been through it? Browse questions and answers at InmateAid Missouri Q&A.
Frequently Asked Questions about City Justice Center
How long does county jail booking take?
Booking at a county jail typically takes between 2 and 8 hours depending on how many people are being processed at the same time. During that window your family member may not appear in the inmate search system and phone and visitation access will not yet be available.
What is the difference between county jail and state prison?
County jails are short-term facilities operated by the county sheriff, holding people awaiting trial or serving sentences under one year. State prisons are operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections for sentences of one year or more. City Justice Center is a county jail - your family member may not have been convicted yet and could be released before trial if bail is posted.
Can I receive calls from someone in county jail?
No. Calls from county jail are outbound only - your family member calls you from the facility phone. You cannot call them directly. Set up an account with the phone provider before the first call so it connects immediately.
How long can someone be held in county jail without being charged?
In most states police have 48 to 72 hours to formally charge someone or they must be released. After charges are filed your family member remains in custody until bail is posted or the case resolves. Timelines vary by state and charge - InmateAid's bail and bond guide has state-specific information.
What can I bring when visiting someone in county jail?
Most county jails permit only valid government-issued photo ID for visitors. Leave your phone, wallet, keys, and personal items in your car or facility lockers. Call City Justice Center at 314-621-5848 before your visit to confirm current rules - they vary by facility and change without notice.
County jail time is hard in a specific way. The uncertainty - not knowing how long, not knowing what comes next - is its own kind of weight. What you can control is the connection. Calls, letters, visits, money on the books. Every one of those things tells your family member that someone out here is paying attention and is not going anywhere.
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