Weld County Juvenile Detention Center | Juvenile Arrest and Jailed at Platte Valley Youth Services Center

Located in Greeley and Weld County, the Platte Valley Youth Services Center is a juvenile detention and secure custody treatment service center for juveniles who have been arrested. This juvenile jail and detention center serves juveniles and teenagers from Larimer County, Jackson County, Boulder County, Weld County, Adams County, Morgan County, Logan County, Sedgwick County, Phillips County, Washington County, Yuma County, and Kit Carson County. Following their arrest, children and teens receive education, counseling, treatment, restorative justice, life skills education, transitional services, vocational programs, access to religious services, nutritional means, and daily recreational activity at the center. If your child or teen is arrested, they are brought here until a judge or magistrate orders their release on bond.

The PSVYSC serves both boys and girls. The secure detention center holds youth 10  17 years old, and they provide care for long term sentenced youth between the ages of 12 - 20.

Address  and Phone Number of the Platte Valley Youth Services Center in Greeley, Colorado

Specifically, the Platte Valley Youth Services Center is located at:

2200 O St.

Greeley, CO 80631

They can be reached by Phone at: 970-304-6220.

Placement After a Juvenile is Arrested in Weld County or Larimer County

After a Weld County or Larimer County Juvenile is arrested, they will be taken to the Platte Valley Youth Services Center in Greeley. Within 48 hours, the child will have a detention hearing. However, this is not inclusive of holidays and weekends. A juvenile court judge will evaluate the charges against the juvenile, their criminal background, and any other relevant factors such as community risk, to determine if the youth should be further detained or released back into society. When the accusation is for a serious and violent crime, the District Attorney may request a Direct Filing against the juvenile. This means the DA is requesting to try the child as an adult. But, a child must be at least 16 years old to even suggest a Direct Filing. If the DA requests a Direct File against your child, all hope is not lost. A skilled criminal defense attorney will know to appeal this decision immediately.

Contacting and Visiting Your Weld County or Jackson County Child Once They Are In Custody

Now that your Weld County or Jackson County child is a detainee at the Platte Valley Youth Services Center, they are allowed two phone calls to get into contact with their parents / guardians, and a juvenile criminal defense attorney. Generally though, children and teens are able to make calls on a regular basis. Cutting off ties with family and society is contrary to the mission of the Platte Valley Youth Services Center. Additionally, family members are encouraged to call their young relative when they like.

Furthermore, PVYSC encourages mail to be sent to the juveniles. At the very least, detained juveniles are given enough postage to send two letters a week. Additional correspondence is allowed if funds permit. Unlike adult prisons, mail of juvenile offenders is not typically read unless staff members believe there is a reason to be worried, like security or safety.

Communication with your child or teen is highly encouraged. It is beneficial for their emotional recovery to remain in contact with those who love and support them.

PVYSC Behavioral Management Program for Morgan County Youths

At the PVYSC, they implement a behavioral management program for youths from Morgan County and other counties too. They have built it similar to a school structure, to provide some familiarity to the children. They have Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior levels. Youth here are also referred to as "students." Students are able to increase their standing, and their privileges, by exercising positive behavior. These privileges are typically related to bed times, items that kids can have in their rooms, phone calls home that they can make / receive, and even visits they can receive.

Visitation at the Platte Valley Youth Services Center (PVYSC) in Weld County

When you want to visit your child at the Platte Valley Youth Services Center in Weld County, you first need to schedule a visit with them. You can do this by calling 970-304-6220. Your child then needs to fill out a visit request form. If they do not do this, they cannot see you.  Visiting runs from Saturday to Friday each week, and juveniles can receive only "Personal" and "Professional" visits.

The status your child holds (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior) at the facility, will determine the amount of Personal visits they can receive and the length of visits. Don't forget to bring your ID, or your visit won't be allowed.

"Freshmen" are allowed one 30 minute visit a week.

"Sophomores" are allowed two 30 minute visits a week.

"Juniors" are allowed three 30 minute visits a week, and one special visit a week.

"Seniors" are allowed one 30 minute visit a week, and two special, one hour, visits a week.

Professional (Attorney) and Religious visits can occur at any reasonable hour.

If you're traveling over 50 miles, then you may be granted an hour long visit instead of a 30 minute visit. You must bring proof of residence if this is the case.

Who Can Visit Your Weld County and Yuma County Child?

When the Weld County and Yuma County students / detainees / juveniles at the Youth Center are able to be visited, they can only be visited by certain people. Below you will find the information about allowed visitors.

• Parents, grandparents, or legal guardians
• Siblings under 9 years, and siblings over 21 years of age. If your child has a sibling between the ages of 10 and 20, they must be pre-approved in WRITING by Intake / Control Supervisor, or it is considered a special visit for a Junior or Senior student only.
• All Visitors over 16 years old are required to show an ID when they come to visit.
• Only four visitors are able to visit at once, unless it is pre-approved.
• Special Visits can be approved by Platte Valley Unit Counselors, Clinical Services Professionals, Team Leaders, Admin, or a designee.
• Past residents of Platte Valley or the Division of Youth Corrections may be considered a security risk and may be denied permission to visit.
• Clergy may schedule a visit at any reasonable time without an appointment. However, appointments are preferred. Adequate verification of religious affiliation may be required.
• Professionals may visit anytime, but again appointments are preferred and adequate verification of employment will be required.

When Can You Visit Your Weld and Sedgwick County Child at Platte Valley Youth Services Center?

Due to safety and security reasons, visiting your Weld and Sedgwick County child is only permitted during certain times for Personal Visits.

Personal Visits occur Saturday through Friday during:

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Rules for Visitation

When you arrive, there are specific rules to follow for visitation to occur. If these rules are not followed, visitation may be revoked.

• No outside food or drinks. Parents may bring change for food and drinks in the vending machines.
• Families are allowed to bring soft soled shoes which are black or white in color, with white laces only for their child. No shoes with metal or that are colored will be allowed.
• Families are also allowed to bring appropriate reading material, but no magazines for the student.
• Youths are also able to receive 20 stamps, 3 envelops, 5 pictures, and 2 paperback books. All of these items must be given to staff first, for inspection and approval. Junior and Senior level youth may have a drawing tablet and two other paperback books.

Additionally, all visitors must sign the Visitor's Log. Parents / Guardians are requested to sign a Medical Permission to Treat Form as well. All visitors must pass through a metal detector in order to visit. Furthermore, visitors may be searched by hand held detectors as well. Staff are also allowed to search visitor's personal property to maintain security at the facility.

What are Weld County and Washington County Contraband items at the Platte Valley Youth Services Center?

Weld and Washington County Contraband is not allowed into the Platte Valley Center (PVYSC). If visitors attempt to introduce contraband into the facility, their current visit and their future visits may all be denied. Criminal charges may be pressed, so air on the side of caution. The following is considered contraband at the Platte Valley Youth Services Center:

• Tobacco products
• Belt buckles
• Steel toe boots
• Jewelry and other metal items
• Cell phones
• Cameras
• Hats
• Coats
• Purses
• Lighters
• and any other items the Shift Supervisors deems as such

What is Life Like for Teens in the PVYSC from Boulder County?

Teens from Boulder County in the PVYSC have an array of resources available to them. They are able to receive:

• Educational classes that can contribute toward a diploma / GED
• College and vocational programs are also available under certain circumstances
• Individual, family, and group therapy
• Substance abuse treatment
• Psychological evaluation
• Medication management
• Case management
• Individualized education
• Restorative Justice
• Life skills education
• Transitional services
• Gender specific programming
• Services for youths who have committed a sexual offense
• An accredited and certified food service vocational program

In addition to these services, children and teens are also able to attend weekly religious services, get an hour of recreation daily, obtain nutritious meals and snacks.

How a Weld / Logan County Criminal Defense Attorney can Help Your Child

When your child has been arrested and is in a Youth Detention Center like Platte Valley, our Weld and Logan County Criminal Defense Attorneys can help you and your family. Colorado law doesn't want all troubled teens to be in detention centers.  By hiring us, we can help prove that your child doesn't need to be there. Our juvenile defense lawyers have a strong history of limiting the criminal consequences to a teenager after they've made a mistake. Contact our legal office now to see how we can help defend you or your child today.