Gainesville, FL Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center View
The Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center is a 42 bed, hardware secure facility that serves youth detained by various circuit court(s). Youth are detained pending adjudication, disposition or placement in commitment 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 11 days. Please contact the Superintendent if interested in donating time and/or resources to enhance detention program activities.
Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center Contact Details
Mailing to Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center Inmates and Staff
Inmate Visiting Days and Hours
| Day of Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM |
How to Send Money to Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Family and friends can send money to inmates at Alachua Regional Juvenile Detention Center through approved methods to help them purchase essential items from the commissary.