Mobile County Youth Detention Center — Key Information
Mobile County Youth Detention Center is a County juvenile - low facility located in Mobile County, Alabama. The facility has a capacity of approximately 119 beds. Use the contact details below to reach the facility, and the inmate locator link to search for a specific individual held here.
Facility Snapshot & Nearby Comparison
Quick visuals from the fields on this page—contact data on file and reported bed counts vs other prisons in Mobile County, Alabama in our directory.
Security Rating Of The Facility
This scale summarizes the restriction intensity implied by the facility’s Security level & category of the facility (county, state, federal, police, juvenile, community, and similar labels).
Low custody
Values are mapped from our directory taxonomy. Always confirm custody level with the agency.
Contact channels on file
Capacity & network
*Average uses related facilities that report a positive bed count.
Reported bed capacity — this facility vs nearby
Bar length = beds ÷ max in this group (max = 1000).
Photos of Mobile County Youth Detention Center
About Mobile County Youth Detention Center
Mobile County Youth Detention Center is a county juvenile detention facility in Mobile County, Alabama. County juvenile facilities provide short-term secure detention for youth who have been arrested or are awaiting court hearings. The facility has a capacity of approximately 119 beds.
Youth at Mobile County Youth Detention Center receive educational instruction, mental health screening, and basic medical care during their stay. The facility works in close coordination with the juvenile court, probation department, and family service agencies. The focus is on stabilizing the youth and providing support during a critical period of the court process.
Family contact is a priority at county juvenile facilities. Parents and guardians should contact the facility as soon as possible after their child's placement to understand communication and visitation procedures.
Facility Type and Security Level
Mobile County Youth Detention Center is a low-security county juvenile detention center. Youth held here are generally pre-adjudication (awaiting court hearing) or serving short post-adjudication sentences. Staff use trauma-informed, youth-centered approaches to care and supervision.
Contact Mobile County Youth Detention Center
Phone
Call the facility at 251-574-1450 to confirm your child's status, visitation schedule, and communication procedures.
Send Mail
Address mail to:
Youth's Full NameMobile County Youth Detention Center
2315 Costarides St, Mobile, AL 36617 All mail is inspected before delivery. Do not include prohibited items or cash.
Visitation Guide for Mobile County Youth Detention Center
Parent and guardian visitation is encouraged at county juvenile facilities. Contact the facility at 251-574-1450 to confirm the current visitation schedule and approval process.
Visitation Rules
- All adult visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID.
- All visitors must be approved by the facility before arriving.
- All visitors and belongings are subject to search before entry.
- No cell phones or recording devices in the visiting area.
- Follow facility-specific dress code guidelines.
Visitation Timings
| DAY | VISITING HOURS |
|---|---|
| Monday | NO VISITS |
| Tuesday | NO VISITS |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | NO VISITS |
| Friday | NO VISITS |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Hours are approximate. Confirm with the facility before visiting.
Driving Directions to Mobile County Youth Detention Center
Mobile County Youth Detention Center is located at 2315 Costarides St, Mobile, AL 36617 in Alabama. Use the map below for driving directions. Always call ahead at 251-574-1450 to confirm visiting hours before making the trip.
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Quick Links for Mobile County Youth Detention Center
Use the links below to find additional resources related to Mobile County Youth Detention Center and inmates held in Mobile County, Alabama.
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- Complete Visitation Guide — Everything you need to know before your first prison visit.
- How to Send Money to an Inmate — Approved methods for depositing money into an inmate's trust fund.
- Recent Arrests in Alabama — View recent arrest records and mugshots in this state.
Always verify visiting hours and policies directly with Mobile County Youth Detention Center at 251-574-1450 before making travel decisions.