Travis County TX - Gardner-Betts Juvenile Justice Center

County Juvenile

Last Updated: July 13, 2021
Address
2515 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Beds
120
County
Travis
Phone
512-854-7090
Fax
512-854-7079
Email
brian.snyder@co.travis.tx.us

Travis County TX - Gardner-Betts Juvenile Justice Center is for County Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County juvenile - low facility.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at Travis County TX - Gardner-Betts Juvenile Justice Center on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 512-854-7090.

The Travis County TX - Gardner-Betts Juvenile Justice Center is within the jurisdiction of the Travis County Juvenile Justice System located at 2515 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX.

Detention centers are for youth who are detained under specific circumstances set by Texas statute. They hold youth that are awaiting court dates or placement in a residential facility.

The facility provides supervision of youth in a safe, secure and humane environment. Services for youth include education, mental health, substance abuse, and health care. Medical and mental health are contracted services. Educational services are funded by the Department of Education through local school districts.

A typical day in secure detention would involve hygiene, meals, school, structured physical and educational activities, and court appearance as scheduled. The average length of stay in secure detention is approximately 10 days.

Please contact the Superintendent if interested in donating time and/or resources to enhance detention program activities.

Inmate Locator

Juvenile facilities overseen by Travis County do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility.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 512-854-7090. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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