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Key Informations Of Aurora Plains Academy

Address Of The Facility
1400 County Road 10, Plankinton, SD 57368-2033
Facility Type
Juvenile
State
South Dakota
Email
N/A
Phone
605-942-5437
Phone Carrier
GTL
County
Aurora
Fax
N/A
Security Level
State juvenile low
Website
No Of Beds
66
Mailing Address
1400 County Road 10, Plankinton, SD 57368-2033

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Brief about Aurora Plains Academy

Aurora Plains Academy is a correctional facility for children under 15 in South Dakota. It has 66 beds. If you have been involved in non-violent crimes, need counseling on drug problems, or need rehabilitation after prison time, you can end up here.

The child admitted to the detention should be presented before the court no later than 72 hours.

Aurora Plains Academy provides exceptional services to ensure the safety and well-being of the facility's residents. This facility commits to providing a safe environment for all juvenile residents and working on their overall development. The facility offers programs to make these children better humans and decrease societal recidivism.

The Plankinton Law Enforcement Department upholds safety and justice in the local community. Plankinton City sheriff's unwavering commitment to its responsibilities ensures a secure environment for living, working, and raising a family.

The Aurora Plains Academy is conveniently accessible to all citizens. The facility's address is 1400 County Road 10, Plankinton, SD 57368-2033. See the map below for driving directions.

Facility Type and Security Level

The Aurora Plains Academy is a Juvenile facility with minimum security. (Foster) parents/guardians may visit twice a week.

Education, Medication & Counseling

The Aurora Plains Academy, has all the basic civic amenities necessary to positively influence the children before their release.

Depending on the length of their sentence, inmates receive proper education. They also receive medical attention when needed, including monthly essential health checkups for those with previous medical records. Additionally, each inmate receives weekly counseling to support recovery from various situations.

Who can apply for the rehab program?

This facility is not for criminals. The type of crime considered permissible is often not considered a crime for adults. Below is the list of crimes committed by the inmates of this facility:

  • Drug Addiction
  • Run Away Child
  • Truancy
  • Non-acceptable behavior by society.
  • Various other charges/offenses are not classified as crimes when adults.

Maximum hold period?

The detention center's in-charge has the authority to hold a juvenile only for 24 hours. When ordered by the court, they can be held for a maximum of 3 months.

Contact Aurora Plains Academy Administration

Contact Number

You can reach out to the facility's administration department via the following number: 605-942-5437

How To Contact An Inmate At Aurora Plains Academy

Mail Inmates

You can mail inmates at the Aurora Plains Academy, addressed to:

Inmate ID, Inmate Name, Aurora Plains Academy, 1400 County Road 10, Plankinton, SD 57368-2033.
Please note that all incoming mail is subject to inspection for security reasons. Do not include any items considered contraband or contain explicit material in the mail. Additionally, make sure to include a return address.

Connect Inmates Via Phone

The Aurora Plains Academy allows phone calls or video communication with offenders. Phone calls get managed through GTL, which requires setting up a specific account. Read our first-time phone setup guide for a hassle-free experience. It's important to note that all calls are recorded and subject to monitoring. Inmates are unable to receive calls but can make collect calls.

How to Send Money To An Inmate's Trust Fund In Aurora Plains Academy

Sending money to an inmate's trust fund has become much easier in the last ten years. To send money to an inmate incarcerated in Aurora Plains Academy, you can use any of the following methods:

  • South Dakota inmates can receive money from the pre-approved list of persons in their institutional account. Personal checks are not allowed in money orders.
  • Inmates can receive funds with business/payroll checks, cashier's checks, or money orders.
  • Family and Friends can also use Jail ATM site to send money with debit/credit card.

You can read our ultimate guide to sending money to an inmate or visit the to understand the process better.

Visitation Guide For Aurora Plains Academy

Follow the facility's visitation hours for a smooth entry. The timings are below. For updated timings, visit the Brazos County Juvenile Justice website or contact the facility at 605-942-5437.

Be Approved For Visitation

To visit an inmate, you must be on the approved visitor list. To be added to the list, you need to apply by following the instructions in our application guide. You can download the application form from the article. Once you've filled it out, you can mail or fax it to the facility for processing.

Prepare For Visitation

Visitation Rules

Visitors should adhere to the prescribed dress code and conduct rules; all visits are contactless. To learn more about the visitation rules, read our complete guide to visitation. Valid identification is mandatory for all individuals visiting the correctional facility.

Below is a list of visitation rules you must keep in mind.

  • Bring required ID
  • Dress appropriately
  • If you are visiting with a child, bring the necessary documentation.
  • No video or audio recordings are permitted.
  • You can bring food or beverages
  • You should avoid bringing non-allowed contraband items in prisons.
  • Keep your distance from other visitors and inmates.
  • Respect the guards.

Visitation Timings

Monday Evening:                    6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Tuesday Evening:                   6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Wednesday Evening              6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Thursday Evening:                  6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Friday Evening:                       6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M
Saturday Morning:                  8:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
Saturday Afternoon                1:00 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Saturday Evening:                  6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Sunday Morning:                    8:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
Sunday Afternoon:                  1:00 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Sunday Evening:                    6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Note: Visitation will not be available on government holidays except festivals.

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