Youth Challenge Center - South Dakota

Overview of the Facility

The Youth Challenge Center is a juvenile correctional facility located in Custer, South Dakota. It is operated by the South Dakota Department of Corrections and is designed to provide rehabilitation and education for male juvenile offenders.

Contact Information

Address: 12279 S. Hwy 16, Custer, SD 57730
Phone: (605) 673-4402
Website: https://doc.sd.gov/juvenile/facilities/ycc.aspx

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate a juvenile offender at the Youth Challenge Center, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. Due to privacy concerns for minors, online inmate search may not be available.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours are subject to change. Family members should contact the facility directly to schedule visits and obtain current visitation information.

How to Send Money

For information on sending money to juveniles at the Youth Challenge Center, please contact the facility directly. Specific procedures and any online payment options will be provided by the staff.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Phone call and video visitation policies are determined by the facility. Contact the Youth Challenge Center for current information on communication options available to juveniles.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Youth Challenge Center offers various rehabilitation and educational programs, including:

Academic education
Vocational training
Counseling services
Substance abuse treatment
Life skills training

Security and Management Information

The Youth Challenge Center is a secure facility designed to house and rehabilitate juvenile offenders. It employs trained staff to maintain security and provide supervision and support for the youth in custody.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Juveniles at the Youth Challenge Center have specific legal rights, including the right to education and rehabilitation. For detailed information on legal and visitation rights, contact the facility or consult with a legal professional specializing in juvenile law.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes for juveniles are handled in accordance with South Dakota Department of Corrections policies. For specific information, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Youth Challenge Center?

The Youth Challenge Center is designed to provide rehabilitation, education, and support for male juvenile offenders in South Dakota.

Can I send packages to juveniles at the facility?

Package policies vary. Contact the facility directly for current rules regarding sending items to juveniles in custody.

Are educational programs mandatory for juveniles at the Youth Challenge Center?

Yes, educational programs are typically mandatory for juveniles in custody to ensure they continue their education and develop important skills.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Youth Challenge Center. If you are have completed a Youth Challenge 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 Youth Challenge 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 Youth Challenge Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

12279 Brady Drive, Custer, SD, 57730

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 605-673-2521 .

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 Youth Challenge 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: