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Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center - Ohio

Overview of the Facility

The Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center is a juvenile detention facility located in Franklin County, Ohio. It serves as a temporary holding facility for juveniles who are awaiting court hearings or placement in other programs.

Contact Information

Address: 399 S Front St, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 525-4467
Website: https://juvenilecourt.franklincountyohio.gov/Programs/Detention-Center

How to Locate a Juvenile

Due to the sensitive nature of juvenile cases, information about specific detainees is not publicly available. Family members should contact the facility directly for information about a juvenile in custody.

Visitation Information

Visitation policies and hours are subject to change. Family members should contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date visitation information.

How to Send Money

Information about sending money to juveniles in custody is not publicly available. Family members should contact the facility directly for guidance on this matter.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Specific information about phone calls and video visitation options is not publicly available. Family members should contact the facility for details on communication options for juveniles in custody.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center provides various services and programs for juveniles, including:

  • Education services
  • Mental health counseling
  • Medical care
  • Recreational activities

Security and Management Information

The facility is managed by the Franklin County Juvenile Court and adheres to strict security protocols to ensure the safety of juveniles and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Juveniles in custody have certain legal rights, including the right to legal representation. Family members should consult with the facility or a legal professional for specific information about visitation rights and procedures.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes for juveniles are handled in accordance with Ohio state laws and Franklin County Juvenile Court procedures. For specific information, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center?

The Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center serves as a temporary holding facility for juveniles who are awaiting court hearings or placement in other programs in Franklin County, Ohio.

Can I visit a juvenile at the facility?

Visitation policies and procedures are subject to change. Family members should contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation.

What services are provided to juveniles at the center?

The center provides various services including education, mental health counseling, medical care, and recreational activities for juveniles in custody.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center. If you are have completed a Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1440 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Marion, OH, 43302

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 740-389-5476 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Edward J. Ruzzo Juvenile Justice Center, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

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General Stats for Ohio

Ohio Total Number of Inmates

65,609

Ohio Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

201,455

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

382

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

22,769

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

8,466

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

6,204

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.04

41,443

Female

7.96

3,586

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

55.84

975

Detained

42.78

747

Diverted

0.69

12

Prisons and Jails in Ohio