Juvenile Facilities in Pennsylvania

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About Juvenile Facilities in Pennsylvania

Understanding juvenile facilities in the Pennsylvania

Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of juvenile detention facilities and youth correctional centers in Pennsylvania. This page lists every active juvenile justice facility operating in Pennsylvania, providing parents, guardians, family members, attorneys, social workers, and advocates with fast, reliable access to accurate information about the juvenile justice system. Whether you need to locate a young person who has been detained, find contact details for a specific facility, understand visitation procedures, or learn how the juvenile correctional system works in Pennsylvania, everything you need is available right here.

Understanding the Juvenile Justice System

The juvenile justice system in Pennsylvania operates separately from the adult criminal justice system. It is designed around the principle that young people have a greater capacity for rehabilitation than adults, and that the primary goal should be rehabilitation rather than punishment.

Depending on the severity of the offense, the young person's age, and their prior record, they may be released to their parents, placed on probation, assigned to a community-based program, or committed to a juvenile detention facility. The facilities on this page represent the full range of secure and non-secure options.

How Juvenile Justice Differs From the Adult System

  • Focus on Rehabilitation: Prioritizes treatment, education, and behavioral change over punishment.
  • Confidentiality: Juvenile records are generally sealed and not part of the public record.
  • Juvenile Court: Cases are handled in juvenile court with different proceedings, terminology, and outcomes.
  • Age Jurisdiction: Typically under 18, though serious offenses may be transferred to adult court.
  • Shorter Commitments: Commitments are generally shorter and reviewed regularly for progress.
  • Family Involvement: Parents and guardians are expected to be involved in hearings and programming.

Types of Juvenile Facilities in Pennsylvania

  • Juvenile Detention Centers (JDC): Short-term secure facilities for youth awaiting court hearings or placement decisions.
  • Youth Correctional Facilities: Long-term secure facilities with comprehensive educational, vocational, and therapeutic programming.
  • Residential Treatment Centers: Intensive mental health, substance abuse, or behavioral treatment in residential settings.
  • Group Homes: Less restrictive placements where youth live in supervised community settings.
  • Wilderness/Boot Camp Programs: Outdoor therapeutic or structured physical challenge programs.
  • Transition Facilities: Facilities for youth nearing the end of commitment transitioning back to community.

How to Use This Directory

  • Browse the full directory of all juvenile facilities in Pennsylvania by scrolling below.
  • Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific region.
  • Switch states using the state selector to load juvenile facilities in any other US state.
  • Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and visitation information.
  • Contact the facility directly for the most current information about a young person in their care.

Finding a Young Person in a Juvenile Facility

Locating a minor in a juvenile facility can be more complex than finding an adult because juvenile records are protected by confidentiality laws. However, parents and legal guardians have the right to know where their child is being held. Browse the directory to find the juvenile facility in the area where the young person was arrested, then contact the facility directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across facilities.

Visiting a Juvenile Facility

Maintaining family connections is crucial for rehabilitation. Most facilities encourage family visits and offer family therapy sessions. Parents and legal guardians typically have priority visitation rights. Click any facility to view specific visitation guidelines.

Communicating With Youth

Most facilities offer phone access, mail, and sometimes email or video communication. Phone calls are outbound only to pre-approved numbers. Read our calling guide for setup instructions.

Legal Rights & Representation

Every young person has the right to legal representation, to be informed of charges, to a hearing before a judge, and to appeal decisions. Securing qualified legal representation early is one of the most important steps parents can take.

Programs & Education

Most facilities offer mandatory education (GED and grade-level schooling), vocational training, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, life skills development, and family engagement programs.

Sending Money

Many facilities allow family members to deposit funds into a young person's account for commissary purchases — hygiene products, snacks, stationery, and sometimes phone credits. Accepted deposit methods vary by facility.

Release & Reentry

Release is the beginning of a critical transition period requiring careful planning. Young people face challenges including school reintegration, community supervision requirements, rebuilding peer relationships, and managing the stigma of a record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The total number of active juvenile facilities in Pennsylvania is shown at the top of the directory list on this page. This count is updated regularly to reflect any openings, closures, or changes in facility operations across Pennsylvania's juvenile justice system.

Juvenile facilities in Pennsylvania primarily serve individuals under the age of 18 who have been processed through the juvenile court system. Depending on Pennsylvania law and the nature of the offense, some facilities may house young adults up to age 21 who were committed as juveniles or who are completing juvenile sentences that extend past their 18th birthday.

In most cases, juvenile records in Pennsylvania are sealed and not accessible to the general public, unlike adult criminal records. This confidentiality is designed to protect the young person's future opportunities in education, employment, and housing. However, certain serious offenses or repeat offenders may be subject to different rules under Pennsylvania law.

Young people in Pennsylvania's juvenile justice system have the right to legal representation, the right to be informed of the charges against them, the right to a hearing before a juvenile court judge, and the right to appeal decisions. Parents and legal guardians are also entitled to be notified and involved throughout the process. Consult a qualified juvenile defense attorney for specific guidance.

Click on any facility in the directory below to access its specific visitation guidelines, permitted visiting hours, and visitor approval process. Parents and legal guardians typically have priority visitation rights. Always confirm the details with the facility before making the trip, as schedules and rules can change.

Most juvenile facilities in Pennsylvania offer a comprehensive range of rehabilitative programming, including mandatory education (GED and grade-level schooling), vocational training, mental health and substance abuse counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, life skills development, and family engagement programs. Program availability varies by facility type and location.

When a juvenile committed to a facility in Pennsylvania turns 18, the outcome depends on Pennsylvania law and the terms of their commitment. In many cases, they remain in the juvenile facility until their commitment is complete. In other cases, they may be transferred to an adult facility. A juvenile defense attorney can provide specific guidance based on the individual case.

Yes. Use the county filter dropdown above the list to instantly narrow the directory to show only juvenile facilities in a specific county within Pennsylvania. The list updates in real time without requiring a page reload. You can also use the state selector to view juvenile facilities in any other US state.

Juvenile Facilities by County in Pennsylvania

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Filter Juvenile Facilities by County

Pennsylvania has Juvenile Facilities spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the Juvenile Facilities in a specific county within Pennsylvania. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.

Allegheny 2 Beaver 1 Berks 2 Blair 1 Bucks 1 Butler 1 Cambria 1 Centre 2 Chester 1 Dauphin 1 Erie 2 Franklin 1 Indiana 1 Lackawanna 1 Lancaster 1 Lehigh 1 Lima 1 Luzerne 1 Montgomery 2 Northampton 1 Philadelphia 6 Tioga 1 Westmoreland 1 York 1

All Juvenile Facilities in Pennsylvania

Complete listing of juvenile facilities

Browse the Complete List of Juvenile Detention Facilities in Pennsylvania

The full directory of juvenile detention and youth correctional facilities in Pennsylvania is displayed below. Every active facility within Pennsylvania's juvenile justice system is included. Each entry includes the facility name, location, county, facility type, and contact information. Juvenile facilities house minors — individuals under 18, or up to 21 depending on state law — who have been detained, adjudicated, or committed through the juvenile court system.

Facility Name County Action
Abraxas III Treatment Facility 437 Turrett St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Allegheny View Details
Shuman Juvenile Detention Center 7150 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Allegheny View Details
Beaver County PA Juvenile Detention 173 Friendship Circle, Beaver, PA 15009
Beaver View Details
Berks County PA Youth Center 1261 County Welfare Road, Leesport, PA 19533-9197
Berks View Details
Berks Family Residential Center (ICE) 1040 Berks Road , Leesport, PA 19533
Berks View Details
Blair County PA Juvenile Detention 100 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA 16602
Blair View Details
Bucks County PA Youth Center 1750 Easton Road, Doylestown, PA 18901-2885
Bucks View Details
Western Pennsylvania Child Care 12 Dakota Drive, Emlenton, PA 16373
Butler View Details
Cambria County PA Juvenile Detention Center 557 Manor Drive PO Box 284, Ebensburg, PA 15931-4918
Cambria View Details
Central Counties Youth Center 148 Paradise Road, Bellefonte, PA 16823-8472
Centre View Details
Central Counties Youth Center 148 Paradise Road, Bellefonte, PA 16823
Centre View Details
Chester County PA Youth Center 505 South Wawaset Road, West Chester, PA 19382-6762
Chester View Details
Herbert Schaffner Juvenile Detention Center 911 Gibson Blvd., Steelton, PA 17113
Dauphin View Details
Edmund L. Thomas Adolecent Center 4728 Lake Pleasant Road, Erie, PA 16504-2778
Erie View Details
Erie County PA Juvenile Detention 4728 Lake Pleasant Road, Erie, PA 16504
Erie View Details
Abraxas Youth Center - Franklin/Fulton County 10058 South Mountain Road Building # 3, South Mountain, PA ...
Franklin View Details
SCI - Pine Grove PA For Young Adult Offenders 189 Fyock Road, Indiana, PA 15701
Indiana View Details
Lackawanna County Juvenile Detention 415 North Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503-1301
Lackawanna View Details
Lancaster County PA Youth Intervention Center 235 Circle Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602
Lancaster View Details
Lehigh County PA Juvenile Detention Center 370 South Cedarbrook Road, Allentown, PA 18104
Lehigh View Details
Delaware County PA Juvenile Detention Center 370 North Middletown Road, Lima, PA 19037
Lima View Details
Mid-Atlantic Youth Services Center 701 Sathers Drive, Pittston Township, PA 18640
Luzerne View Details
Montgomery County PA Youth Center 540 Port Indian Road, Norristown, PA 19403
Montgomery View Details
Montgomery County PA Youth Detention Center 540 Port Indian Rd, Norristown, PA 19403
Montgomery View Details
Northampton County PA Juvenile Justice Center 650 Ferry St, Easton, PA 18042
Northampton View Details
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Explore Juvenile Facilities in Other States

Looking for juvenile facilities beyond Pennsylvania? We've got you covered. Use the state selectors below to instantly switch to a full directory of juvenile facilities in any other US state. Whether you need to look up facilities in a neighboring state or search across the country, our nationwide directory makes it simple to find the information you need in just a few clicks.

Alabama 17 Alaska 10 Arizona 26 Arkansas 19 California 138 Colorado 62 Connecticut 5 Delaware 1 District of Columbia 1 Florida 42 Georgia 33 Hawaii 1 Idaho 14 Illinois 24 Indiana 28 Iowa 13 Kansas 20 Kentucky 31 Louisiana 28 Maine 2 Maryland 16 Massachusetts 12 Michigan 46 Minnesota 26 Mississippi 14 Missouri 29 Montana 9 Nebraska 5 Nevada 11 New Hampshire 1 New Jersey 42 New Mexico 23 New York 53 North Carolina 24 North Dakota 8 Ohio 80 Oklahoma 23 Oregon 25 Puerto Rico 2 Rhode Island 8 South Carolina 13 South Dakota 16 Tennessee 40 Texas 85 Utah 18 Vermont 1 Virginia 32 Washington 32 West Virginia 12 Wisconsin 73 Wyoming 7