New Castle County in Delaware operates 4 jail facilities to serve the local criminal justice system. Below you will find detailed information about each facility, including addresses, contact numbers, and visiting hours.
Howard R. Young Correctional Institution (Main Jail)
The Howard R. Young Correctional Institution is one of the jail facilities serving New Castle County, Delaware.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 1,500 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 1301 East 12th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (302) 429-7700.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution are available during weekdays from Varies by housing unit; registration required and weekends from Varies by housing unit; registration required.
Important: All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Delaware uses a unified system where the state DOC operates jails.
Delores J. Baylor Women's Correctional Institution (Women's Facility)
The Delores J. Baylor Women's Correctional Institution is one of the jail facilities serving New Castle County, Delaware.
This women's facility has a capacity of approximately 450 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 660 Baylor Boulevard, New Castle, DE 19720.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (302) 577-3004.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Delores J. Baylor Women's Correctional Institution are available during weekdays from Varies by housing unit and weekends from Varies by housing unit.
Important: Serves as the primary female facility for the state, including pre-trial detainees for New Castle County.
Plummer Community Corrections Center (Minimum Security)
The Plummer Community Corrections Center is one of the jail facilities serving New Castle County, Delaware.
This minimum security has a capacity of approximately 248 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 38 Todds Lane, Wilmington, DE 19802.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (302) 577-3039.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
New Castle County Detention Center (Juvenile Detention)
The New Castle County Detention Center is one of the jail facilities serving New Castle County, Delaware.
This juvenile detention has a capacity of approximately 64 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 963 Centre Road, Wilmington, DE 19805.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (302) 633-3100.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at New Castle County Detention Center are available during weekdays from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM and weekends from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Important: Operated by the Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families (DSCYF).
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change. We recommend contacting the facility directly to confirm current visiting hours, policies, and procedures before planning a visit. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about New Castle County jail operations, please refer to the official county or sheriff's department website.
