Washburn County WI Juvenile Detention

County Juvenile

Last Updated: May 24, 2019
Address
P.O. Box 250, Shell Lake, WI 54871
County
Washburn
Phone
715-468-4747
Fax
715-468-4753
Email
lawenfor@co.washburn.wi.us

Washburn County WI Juvenile Detention 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.

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

You can support your loved ones at Washburn County WI Juvenile Detention on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 715-468-4747.

The Washburn County WI Juvenile Detention is within the jurisdiction of the Washburn County Juvenile Justice System located at P.O. Box 250, Shell Lake, WI.

Detention centers are for youth who are detained under specific circumstances set by Wisconsin 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Juvenile facilities overseen by Washburn County do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility.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 715-468-4747. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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