UDC - Southwest Utah Youth Center

State Juvenile

Last Updated: April 08, 2024
Address
270 E 1600 N, Cedar City, UT 84720
County
Iron
Phone
435-867-2500

SW Utah YC is for State Juvenile offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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The UDC - Southwest Utah Youth Center is within the jurisdiction of the Utah Department of Juvenile Justice located at 270 E 1600 N, Cedar City, UT.

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 Utah 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 state detention is approximately 60 days.

The Locked Detention program is strategically designed to tackle the pressing safety issues posed by delinquent youths in the community. Acting as a short-term confinement solution, it caters to youths awaiting adjudication, placement, or sentence fulfillment as directed by a Utah Juvenile Court Judge. Operating across 11 separate programs statewide, participants partake in a range of structured activities, including schooling, cognitive behavioral skill-building groups, and recreational pursuits. With a focus on family involvement, the program encourages regular phone contact and visitation to foster support and aid in rehabilitation efforts.

While the Statewide Detention Admission Guidelines offer clear criteria for admission based on "Holdable Offenses," certain exclusions are in place. These may encompass charges related to status offenses, instances of failure to appear at court hearings, runaway incidents, experiences of abuse or neglect, and age limitations.

The program is geared towards achieving specific objectives, such as safeguarding the community, instilling accountability among youths, and conducting early screening and assessment to address underlying issues. Tailored to individual circumstances as determined by the Utah Juvenile Court, the length of stay targets delinquent youths aged 12-17 deemed to pose a significant risk to the community. By addressing immediate safety concerns and advancing rehabilitation efforts, the program aims to facilitate the successful reintegration of youths into society.

Inmate Locator

Juvenile facilities overseen by the State of Utah do not publish the names of the offenders housed in their facility. As such, there is no public forum for this information.

Visitation Information

Visitation at this state juvenile facility is restricted to immediate family members only, including mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. The visitation guidelines are stringent, and it is advisable to contact the facility staff to ascertain specific limitations. For information on visitation schedules, visiting room regulations, and other relevant details about your visit, please contact 435-867-2500. The facility staff will provide comprehensive guidance to ensure a smooth and compliant visitation experience.

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