Luna Co Juvenile Detention is a juvenile detention facility in Deming, New Mexico,
operated by Luna County.
Young people held here are in the juvenile justice system - not the adult criminal system. Juvenile detention is governed by different rules, different courts, and different rights than adult incarceration. If your child or a young person you care about is detained here, this page is designed to help you understand what is happening and what to do right now. Information on this page was last verified August 2026.
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Call Luna Co Juvenile Detention directly at 575-546-4845 - this is the fastest confirmation. Juvenile facility rosters are not always publicly searchable in the same way adult jail rosters are, because juvenile records are confidential in most states.
Steps to confirm your child is at Luna Co Juvenile Detention:
1. Call 575-546-4845 and identify yourself as the parent or legal guardian
2. Provide your child's full legal name and date of birth
3. Ask for confirmation of admission and the name of the assigned case manager or youth advocate
4. Ask what the next scheduled court date is and which court it is in
If you have not been notified of the detention and you believe your child may have been arrested, also contact the arresting law enforcement agency and New Mexico juvenile court for your jurisdiction.
Yes - and this is one of the most important things to understand immediately.
In most states, law enforcement is required to notify a parent or legal guardian promptly after a juvenile is taken into custody. In many states, a juvenile cannot be questioned without a parent or guardian present, or without a knowing and voluntary waiver of that right. If your child was questioned before you were notified, document that and consult a juvenile defense attorney immediately.
Your rights as a parent during juvenile detention typically include:
-- The right to be notified of the detention promptly
-- The right to visit during approved hours
-- The right to communicate with your child by phone
-- The right to be present at court hearings
-- The right to retain legal counsel for your child
Contact Luna Co Juvenile Detention at 575-546-4845 immediately, identify yourself as the parent or guardian, and ask to be connected with your child's assigned case manager or youth advocate. Ask what proceedings are underway and what your participation rights are.
Juvenile court is a separate court system designed for young people, with a focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Key differences from adult criminal court:
Confidentiality: Juvenile proceedings and records are typically confidential in New Mexico. This protects your child's record from public access in most circumstances.
Disposition not conviction: The outcome of a juvenile proceeding is a disposition, not a criminal conviction. This distinction matters for your child's future - a juvenile disposition generally does not carry the same lifelong consequences as an adult conviction.
No jury trial in most cases: A juvenile court judge makes the determination, not a jury.
Rehabilitation focus: Juvenile courts have access to a range of interventions - counseling, community service, probation, treatment programs - that are not typically available in adult court.
Adult court transfer: Serious offenses and repeat offenders can be transferred to adult court in New Mexico. If adult court transfer is possible in your child's case, a juvenile defense attorney needs to be involved immediately. An adult conviction follows your child for life in ways a juvenile disposition typically does not.
Contact a licensed juvenile defense attorney in New Mexico as soon as possible. Read InmateAid's what to expect guide for general context on the justice process.
Juvenile detention does not use traditional bail in most states. Instead, a detention hearing is typically held within 24 to 72 hours of admission. At that hearing a juvenile court judge determines whether your child should remain detained or be released to parent or guardian custody with conditions.
Factors the judge considers include the nature of the offense, prior record, whether the young person is a flight risk, and whether release to a parent or guardian provides adequate supervision and community safety.
If your child is held following a detention hearing, subsequent hearings are scheduled on a timeline set by New Mexico juvenile justice law. A juvenile defense attorney can petition for release at any stage.
For cases where adult court transfer has occurred and traditional bail applies, read InmateAid's bail and bond guide for a full walkthrough.
Visitation rules at juvenile detention facilities are set by the facility and New Mexico juvenile justice regulations. Contact Luna Co Juvenile Detention at 575-546-4845 to confirm:
-- Current visiting days and hours
-- Whether advance registration or approval is required
-- What identification you must bring
-- Whether siblings or other family members are permitted
-- Any specific rules about what you can bring or wear
Juvenile facilities typically permit immediate family members to visit. Extended family and friends may require advance approval. Call before making the trip - hours can change without notice. Read InmateAid's visitation guide for a general pre-visit checklist.
Luna County Juvenile Detention Center - Visitation
Visitation Days:
Saturday:
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pre-Scheduled Juvenile Visits
Sunday:
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pre-Scheduled Juvenile Visits
Registration:
Visitors can register for and schedule inmate visitations online. Go to the visitation website https://lunacountynm.gtlvisitme.com and click “Register Today” and fill in the required information including a valid email address.If you do not have an email address, there are many webmail providers who offer free email accounts. An email account is required for visitation account creation and for using the online registration tool.
Once you have registered on the visitation website, check your email inbox for an email to finalize your registration. If you do not receive an email, check your spam/junk folder. If you still don’t see an email from the system, call 855-208-7349.
Next, Log in using the temporary password provided in the email. You will be prompted to change your password. Be sure to pick a password you can remember, or note it in a secure location.
Schedule a Visit:
Visits must be scheduled at least one day in advance but cannot be scheduled more than 7 days in advance.
To schedule an inmate visit, log in with the email address you used for registration and the new password you created after logging in with your temporary password. Click “Visitation” in the main menu, add any additional visitors that will attend the visitors that will attend the visit and select the inmate you’d like to visit. Additional visitors must be over 18 and listed or they will not be allowed to attend the visit.
Next, enter your preferred date, time and location and click “Search.” Click “Select” next to the desired visitation time.
On the next page, you can review selections and make changes. At the bottom of the page, indicate that you have reviewed the policies. Verify all the information on the page, and click “Confirmed.” Upcoming visits are shown on the Home Page.
Check In and Visit:
Visitors must arrive 15 minutes or more before your visit is scheduled to begin. Your visit will begin at the scheduled time.
Cancellation:
To cancel a visit, click “Cancel Visit” on the summary page in your account, or click the “X” next to the visit on the home page. You will then be asked to confirm your cancellation. If visit aren’t canceled at least 24 hours prior to the start of the visit you will be expected to show and deemed a no-show if you fail to attend.
Visit History:
To view information about past visits, click the “View Visit History” link under the “My Account” tab.
Rules:
• Visitors must check in with reception officer 15 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
• Visitors must be over 18 and must be listed on the pre-scheduled visit. No one under 18 will be allowed in building during visits.
• Visitors must have a current valid photo ID.
• A police warrants check will be ran on all visitors.
• Must comply with facility dress code.
• No weapons, cell phones, keys will be allowed on individuals during the visits. Cell phones need to be left in vehicles.
• Visitors are subject to searches by electromagnetic device.
• Visits are for 15 minutes.
• Only one visit per inmate per day.
• LCDC is a smoke free facility no tobacco products or smoking allowed..
• Juveniles visits must be immediate family over 18.
• The facility does not operate visits on a first come first served bases. All visits must be pre-scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Nothing is permitted to pass between visitors and inmates during visitation for any reason. Detention center personnel are not permitted to pass anything to inmates or deliver verbal messages.
Special Visits:
Out of state visitors may be scheduled for a special visit on a case by case basis. Special visits must be pre-approved by the Inmate Management Officer and will be scheduled by him/her as time allows. Inmate Management can be reached at 575-543-6703.
Dress Code:
The reception officer is charged with accepting or denying visitors based on their dress. It is up to the discretion of the reception officer whether or not to allow the visit.
• No hats, no shorts or skirts shorter than three 3 inches above the knee, no bare mid-drifts shirts, no halter tops, no tank tops or sleeveless shirts, no see-through clothing, no low cut necklines, or no swim suits will not be allowed in the facility.
• No clothing that exhibits excessive wear and tear or rips.
• No item of clothing with anything considered pornographic/sexually explicit and/or derogatory/inflammatory shall be allowed.
• Shoes must be closed toe and must be worn at all times. No sandals, flip flops or toe less shoes allowed
Denial or Termination of Visit:
A visit may be denied or terminated and visiting privileges suspended under the following circumstances:
• Visitor(s) under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Visitor(s) currently on Probation and Parole
• Visitor(s) who are currently victims in the case against person they are visiting.
• Visitor(s) who have current Protection orders against person they are visiting.
• Visitor(s) who were previously incarcerated within any correctional facility may not visit within 90 days of their release.
• Visitor(s) who have left children unattended in vehicles.
• Insufficient space available.
• Refusal by a visitor to submit to search procedures.
• Refusal or failure to produce sufficient identification (ordinarily picture ID) or the falsifying of identification information by a visitor.
• Violation of facility rules by a visitor or inmate.
• Inappropriate display of affection or suggestive activity.
• Inappropriate dress – the following are not allowed, no hats, no shorts or skirts shorter than three 3 inches above the knee, no bare mid-drifts shirts, no halter tops, no tank tops or sleeveless shirts, no see-through clothing, no low cut necklines, no swim suits, no flip flops, sandals or toe less shoes allowed. Any clothing that exhibits excessive wear and tear or rips. No item of clothing with anything considered pornographic/sexually explicit and/or derogatory/inflammatory.
• Items not allowed – the following are not allowed, sun glasses, handbags, purses, backpacks, fanny packs, cell phones, cameras, recording devices, electronic music and game devices (I-pod, MP 3 player, etc.), weapons (guns, knives, etc.), tobacco, chew of any kind, food, drinks, or gum.
• Other conduct or conditions deemed by the Shift Supervisor as disruptive to visiting operations or to the security and good order of the facility.
Phone contact rules at juvenile facilities vary significantly. Some permit daily calls; others limit contact considerably, particularly in early detention. Contact Luna Co Juvenile Detention at 575-546-4845 to confirm current phone policies.
Contact Luna Co Juvenile Detention at 575-546-4845 to confirm the current phone system and how to receive calls.
Commissary and mail rules at juvenile facilities vary more than at adult jails. Some have standard commissary systems; others provide all essentials as part of the program. Contact Luna Co Juvenile Detention at 575-546-4845 to confirm:
-- Whether a commissary or trust account exists and how to fund it
-- What items your child is permitted to have
-- Mail rules including address format, what is permitted, and any restrictions
For money deposits where a standard system exists, visit InmateAid's send money page for deposit instructions for Luna Co Juvenile Detention.
For mail, address to 1700 4th St NE with your child's full legal name and any facility ID number assigned at intake. Keep mail supportive and simple - plain white paper, no stickers, no glitter, standard print photos.
InmateAid's send mail service handles formatting so rejection is not a risk.
New Mexico's juvenile justice system - how detention hearings work, what rights young people and their parents have, what programs are available, and what happens at release - is governed by New Mexico law and varies from adult incarceration in important ways. InmateAid's New Mexico resources hub covers New Mexico-specific resources including legal aid organizations and juvenile justice information.
Frequently Asked Questions about Luna Co Juvenile Detention
How do I confirm my child is at Luna Co Juvenile Detention?
Call 575-546-4845 and identify yourself as the parent or legal guardian. Juvenile facility rosters are confidential and not publicly searchable - direct contact with the facility is the fastest and often only way to confirm placement.
Can my child be questioned without me present?
In most states a juvenile cannot be questioned without a parent or guardian present, or without a knowing and voluntary waiver of that right. If your child was questioned before you were notified, document that and contact a juvenile defense attorney immediately.
Will this result in a criminal record?
Juvenile records are typically confidential and may be sealed or expunged when your child turns 18, depending on New Mexico law and the nature of the offense. However, serious offenses can result in adult court transfer, which creates a permanent adult record. Contact a juvenile defense attorney for guidance specific to your child's situation.
How long can my child be held before a court hearing?
In most states a detention hearing must be held within 24 to 72 hours of admission. The juvenile court judge determines at that hearing whether to release your child to parent custody or continue detention. Contact 575-546-4845 for the scheduled hearing date and time.
Can I bring things when I visit?
Contact 575-546-4845 to confirm what is permitted. Most juvenile facilities restrict what visitors can bring - typically only valid ID is required, and items for the young person must be approved in advance through proper channels rather than brought during a visit.
Juvenile detention is frightening for everyone involved - for the young person inside and for the family outside. The system is designed with different goals than adult incarceration, and most of the time the path through it is shorter and less permanent than families fear in those first hours. What matters most right now is getting connected - to the facility, to a good juvenile defense attorney, and to as much information as you can find.
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