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1. Where are arrested youth detained?

Arrested youth are detained at Remann Hall. You may view our directions to Juvenile Court (Remann Hall), view a map or use the address, which is:
Remann Hall
5501 6th Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98406

Once there, go to the A building entrance, which is at the roundabout.

2. When can I visit my child in detention?

Monday-Friday: 6-7 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: 9-10 a.m. or 10-11 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.

3. What are the rules for visiting my child in detention?

See Visitation Rules & Information

4. Can I visit a youth in detention if I am not the youth’s parent?

The visitation policy allows parents/guardians and clergy to visit during regular visitation hours. There are times in which extenuating circumstances are considered and exceptions are made to the visitation policy. If a youth’s parents are unable to visit their child, alternative resources may be considered in order to provide support to the detained youth. Speak with the youth’s assigned probation officer if you have questions about visitation exceptions. In order for an exception to be made, the Probation Officer must have the special visitation request approved by their supervisor, AND it must also be approved by a Detention Supervisor.

Note: Parents are encouraged to find childcare for the youth’s siblings, however if this is not possible, a youth’s sibling(s) that are age 6 and under are allowed to visit. Special arrangements may be made for counselors or therapists to visit youth for the purpose of doing therapy.

5. What happens when a juvenile is arrested or cited for a criminal offense?

When arrested for a criminal act, a juvenile is referred to the Pierce County Juvenile Court. An arrest is made when a law enforcement officer has reason to believe that a crime has been committed and a specific individual was involved in that crime (probable cause). Following the arrest, the juvenile may be detained at Remann Hall. It is important to note that at the time of the juvenile's arrest and entry into detention, the juvenile has not yet been charged with a crime. The agency responsible for filing criminal charges is the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

A law enforcement officer may submit a report to the prosecutor for a charging decision without taking a juvenile into custody. If the prosecutor decides to file charges, a Notice and Summons, including a copy of the formal charges, will be mailed to the parents or guardian of the juvenile. A Notice and Summons directs the parents to appear with the juvenile on a given day for an arraignment. If the juvenile fails to appear on the specified date, an arrest warrant will be issued. If the charge is minor in nature, the juvenile's case may be referred to the Diversion unit. Notification of receiving the referral is sent out by the Diversion unit shortly after reviewing charges for acceptance.

6. How do I quash my warrant?

A warrant can be quashed 3 ways: 1) Turn yourself into detention, 2) police arrest you on your warrant and book you into detention or 3) visit our Clerk’s Office at Juvenile Court to set a court date to quash your warrant and continue with your hearing. Number 3 is the preferred method. If you already have an assigned probation officer, you can contact the probation officer and request assistance in setting up a Warrant Quash hearing.

7. Do I have any financial responsibilities if my child is arrested or detained?

There are no costs for detention or a public defender. If found guilty, your child may be court-ordered to pay fines and costs associated with their crime.

8. If my child was detained, are there court hearings?

Possibly, depending on the severity of the offense and the youth’s criminal history.

9. How do I find out if my child has a court hearing?

Call Juvenile Court at 253-798-7900.

10. Can my child be detained for a long time?

Under certain legal circumstances, the court has the authority to commit a juvenile to the Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration (JRA) for any length of time up to the age of 21. The court sets the maximum amount of time the juvenile will serve. During the period of confinement, the juvenile will be placed in a state institution or group home. The juvenile's placement is determined by the Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration (JRA), not the court. Following the juvenile's release from the institution/group home, parole services are provided for a specified period of time. See JRA

11. Can my personal property be released to my parent?

A parent must contact the probation officer and request a specific item. The probation officer will contact the youth and have the youth sign permission for the item(s) to be released. On rare occasions, property release has been denied because the arresting police agency may need access to it as part of their investigation.

12. Are there any requirements if my child is released from Detention?

When a juvenile is released from detention, the court sets conditions of release, which the juvenile must follow. House arrest, one of the more restrictive conditions, requires 24-hour supervision of the juvenile by the parent or guardian until the charges are resolved. The parent or another court-approved adult must supervise the juvenile at all time. The court may order exceptions to house arrest, such as school and/or employment. The juvenile must return home directly after school or work and cannot leave the home again without the parent or supervising adult.