LEWIS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION

Lewis County Juvenile Detention is a public high school that is part of the Chehalis School District school district, located in CHEHALIS, WA with about 16 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade.

The Lewis County Juvenile Detention Center, located in Chehalis, Washington, functions as a secure facility designed to provide temporary holding for youth who have been processed through the juvenile justice system. The facility operates under the oversight of the Lewis County Juvenile Court and is tasked with maintaining the safety and security of both the residents and the community. Its primary purpose is to hold juveniles who are awaiting court appearances, sentencing, or placement in longer-term rehabilitation programs.

Beyond simple containment, the facility is designed to meet the mandatory educational and developmental needs of its residents. Because these individuals are often of school age, the detention center coordinates with local educational services to ensure that youth remain on track with their academic requirements while in custody. The environment is structured to balance legal accountability with the specific needs of adolescent development, aiming to provide a stable, regulated setting for youth navigating the complexities of the juvenile justice process.

For more information, contact Lewis County Juvenile Detention at (360) 748-0131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.