Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility

Brief about Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility

Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility is a correctional facility for children under age 15 in Whatcom|island|san Juan County, Washington. It has 0 beds. In Whatcom|island|san Juan, you can end up here if you get sentenced for non-violent crimes like robbery, theft, etc.

Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility provides exceptional services to ensure the safety and well-being of the facility residents. The Whatcom|island|san Juan Law Enforcement Department upholds safety and justice in the local community. Whatcom|island|san Juan DOC's unwavering commitment to its responsibilities ensures a secure environment for living, working, and raising a family.

The Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility is conveniently accessible to all citizens. The facility's address is 311 Grand Ave, 6th Floor, Bellingham, WA 98225. See the map below for driving directions to the facility.

Facility Type and Security Level

The Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility is a Juvenile facility with minimum security. You can visit only once a week during the jail's working hours.

Education, Medication & Counseling

Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility has all the basic civic amenities necessary to positively influence the children before release.

Depending on the length of their sentence, inmates receive proper education. They also receive medical attention when needed, including monthly essential health checkups for those with previous medical records. Additionally, each inmate receives weekly counseling to support recovery from various situations.

Contact Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility Administration

Contact Number

You can reach out to the facility's administration department via the following number: 360-676-6780

How To Contact An Inmate At Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility

Mail Inmates

You can mail inmates at the Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility addressed to:

Connect Inmates Via Phone

The Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility allows phone calls or video communication with offenders. Phone calls get managed through GTL, which requires setting up a specific account. Read our first-time phone setup guide for a hassle-free experience. It's important to note that all calls are recorded and subject to monitoring. Inmates are unable to receive calls but can make collect calls.

How to Send Money To An Inmate's Trust Fund In Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility

Sending money to an inmate's trust fund has become much easier in the last ten years. To send money to an inmate incarcerated in Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility, you can use any of the following methods:

1. By Cashier's Check / Money Order

   Inmates in Washington can receive money through checks or money orders; You must mention the Inmate's full name and their six-digit DOC number on the payee line.

2. Using Jpay

   Using Jpay, you can send money to an inmate in Washington. Visit the money transfer page of jpay and send money by entering your Inmate's DOC number.

3. Western Union

   Visit WU send money page. Select "Washington Dept Corrections" from the facility select box. Enter the amount you wish to send and click submit. To complete a transaction with Western Union, you need the below list of information handy:

   • City Code: WA DOC
   • State: WA
   • Account Number: Account Number is the Inmate's DOC number combined with the Inmate's last name [e.g.: 002333Bella].

You can read our ultimate guide to sending money to an inmate or visit the facility website to better understand the process.

Visitation Guide For Whatcom County Juvenile Detention Facility

Follow the facility's visitation hours for a smooth entry. The timings are below. For updated timings, visit the Brazos County Juvenile Justice website or contact the facility directly at 360-676-6780.

Be Approved For Visitation

To visit an inmate, you must be on the approved visitor list. To be added to the list, you need to apply by following the instructions in our application guide. You can download the application form from the article. Once you've filled it out, you can mail or fax it to the facility for processing.

Prepare For Visitation

Visitation Rules

Visitors should adhere to the prescribed dress code and conduct rules; all visits are contactless. To learn more about the visitation rules, read our complete guide to visitation. Valid identification is mandatory for all individuals visiting the correctional facility.

Below is a list of visitation rules you must keep in mind.

• Bring required ID
• Dress appropriately
• If you are visiting with a child, bring the necessary documentation.
• No video or audio recordings are permitted.
• You can bring food or beverages
• You should avoid bringing non-allowed contraband items in prisons.
• Keep your distance from other visitors and inmates.
• Respect the guards.

Visitation Timings