Department of Adult &
Juvenile Detention

Administration
King County Courthouse
516 Third Avenue,
Room E245
Seattle, WA 98104
Office hours:
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m

King County Juvenile Detention

Frequently Asked Questions

I suspect that my child was arrested and brought to detention, where do I call to find out?
I have questions about electronic home monitoring (EHM). Is there a phone number I can call for more information?
Who is my Juvenile Probation Counselor (JPC)?
I'd like to speak with a juvenile who is currently being detained, how can I contact them?
I need to talk directly with Juvenile Detention, who do I call?
How do I contact the Manager's office for Juvenile Detention?
Where is Juvenile Detention located, how do I get directions?

I suspect that my child was arrested and brought to detention, where do I call to find out?

Screening staff can tell you about the child's detention status and next hearing information: (206) 205-9592 (24 hours/7 days a week).

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I have questions about electronic home monitoring (EHM). Is there a phone number I can call for more information?

For information on electronic home monitoring call (206) 205-9413.

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Who is my Juvenile Probation Counselor (JPC)?

Refer to the list of Juvenile Probation Units on the Juvenile Court Services web page (near the bottom). Then contact the unit closest to your home address to find out who your Juvenile Probation Counselor is.

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I'd like to speak with a juvenile who is currently being detained, how can I contact them?

Youth being detained in secure detention are not allowed to receive phone calls however, they are allowed to place collect phone calls on a regular basis.

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I need to talk directly with Juvenile Detention, who do I call?

To speak directly with a representative from Juvenile Detention, call Central Control at (206) 205-9634, extension 3 and follow the directions.

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How do I contact the Manager's office for Juvenile Detention?

You can contact the Detention Managers Office at (206) 205-9620.

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Where is Juvenile Detention located, how do I get directions?

King County Youth Services Center map (external link)
1211 E. Alder St.
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9550

From I-5 North: Take the James St. exit; go to the second light and turn right; go about a mile to 12th Avenue and turn right on 12th. Go past Jefferson St., parking lot will be on your left.

From I-5 South: Take the James St. exit; turn left on James St. Go about a mile to 12th Avenue and turn right onto 12th. Go past Jefferson St., parking lot will be on your left.

Some other useful links...

Google map (external link) for area surrounding King County Youth Services Center

King County Metro Trip Planner (external link) to find a bus route and timetable

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