Sonora, Ca Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (Mlrjdf) View
Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (MLRJDF) is a secure juvenile detention facility in Sonora, California. It is operated by Tuolumne County Probation and serves Tuolumne County and regional juvenile justice partners. The facility holds minors detained in juvenile delinquency matters, including youth awaiting court hearings, placement decisions, transfer, or serving short court-ordered commitments. It is not an adult county jail. Its role in the local justice system is to provide secure custody, supervision, intake processing, and court-related support for youth under the authority of the juvenile court.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (Mlrjdf)
Juvenile custody records in California are often confidential, so the public roster may be limited or may not show every youth in custody. When a roster is available, it typically lists basic information such as name, booking date, alleged charges, custody status, and sometimes court or release information. Records usually do not appear immediately after booking because intake, identification, health screening, and record entry can take several hours. Use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. If no record appears, a parent, legal guardian, or attorney may need to contact the facility, Tuolumne County Probation, or the juvenile court for allowable information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (Mlrjdf)?
Visitation for juveniles is usually limited to parents, legal guardians, approved relatives, attorneys, and other approved visitors. Call the facility before visiting to confirm the schedule, approval requirements, and any rules for in-person or remote visits.
What do I need to bring when visiting Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (Mlrjdf)?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Visitors may also need to be on an approved list and should leave personal items, bags, and electronics outside or in a vehicle unless staff allow them.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Youth in custody can usually make approved outgoing calls, but incoming personal calls are not normally allowed. If video visits or prepaid phone accounts are available, staff can explain the provider, setup steps, fees, and schedule.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the youth’s full name and any required identification number, along with the facility mailing address. All mail is typically inspected for safety, and items such as cash, contraband, explicit material, and unapproved packages are not allowed.
How does the commissary work?
Juvenile facilities may have limited commissary or approved personal-care items, depending on local policy. Families should contact the facility before sending money or items because juvenile custody rules are often stricter than adult jail rules.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (Mlrjdf)?
Juvenile cases in California usually do not follow the same bail process as adult criminal cases. Release decisions are generally handled by the juvenile court or probation based on the youth’s case, risk factors, and court orders.
What happens during the intake process at Mother Lode Regional Juvenile Detention Facility (Mlrjdf) and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, review booking information, complete safety and health screening, and enter custody records. Processing can take several hours, so a record may not appear in the system immediately, and some juvenile records may not be publicly searchable.