Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC)
The Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) is a secure facility for minors awaiting legal decisions or potential transfer to adult court. Located within Chicago, Illinois, it serves as a key element in the juvenile justice framework of Cook County.
Key Information
- Address: 1100 S. Hamilton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612
- Age Range: 10 to 18 years
- Jurisdiction: Juvenile and Adult Court cases
- Oversight: Cook County Office of the Chief Judge
Facility Details
- Capacity: Not clearly stated, but handles youth ages 10 to 18
- Purpose: Interim, secure custody of minors pending legal resolution
- Legal Status of Residents: Presumed to be innocent
Contact Information
- Main Phone Line: (312) 433-4757
- Operating Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Superintendent: Leonard B. Dixon
Important Web Pages
- Circuit Court of Cook County – JTDC Information
- Cook County Government – JTDC Page
- Illinois Courts – Cook County Juvenile Center
Essential Details
- Offers temporary, secure housing for minors pending court outcomes
- Provides care for youth shifted from Juvenile Court to Criminal Court cases
- Strives to maintain a secure, structured, and nurturing atmosphere
- Focuses on initiatives that foster personal development and smooth transitions back into communities
Additional Resources
Job Openings:
Disability Support:
- Contact Aviv Hibbler or Yolanda Reed at ocj.accommodations@cookcountyil.gov
Children’s Advocacy Room:
- Located at 1100 South Hamilton, Main Floor, Chicago, IL 60612
- Phone: (312) 433-5248
- Welcomes children aged 2 (potty-trained) through 12