Mission Statement
The Campbell Regional Juvenile Detention Center is dedicated to providing a safe, secure and supportive environment while maintaining the educational, healthcare, and mental health needs for the youth entrusted in our care.
About Campbell Regional Juvenile Detention Center
The Campbell Regional Juvenile Detention Center, located in Newport, Kentucky, has been accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA) since 2003, with multiple reaccreditations through 2019. Serving 15 northern counties, the center provides a safe, secure environment for youth aged 11 to 18 charged with low-level offenses. Male offenders are referred by police, courts and probation staff. The facility offers essential services, including care and custody, food services, medical and mental health care, counseling and life skills rehabilitation. Educational programming, provided year-round by Newport Independent School through Edgenuity, allows youth to earn high school credits. Mental health support is offered by various agencies, while recreation and life skills development remain key parts of rehabilitation.
The center emphasizes restorative justice and offers an alternative-to-detention program, prioritizing placement in the least restrictive environment to ensure the safety of both youth and the community. Five adjunct staff support transportation and alternative services, reflecting the center's commitment to balancing accountability with opportunities for growth and positive outcomes.
Bed Capacity: 43
Facility Construction Date:
Visitation Info
Visitation is on Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30pm - 4:30pm, and Saturday 1:00pm - 3:00pm. For families who do not have access to an electronic device, a virtual visitation station is available Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm EDT at 8711 LaGrange Rd., Building E, Louisville, Ky. 40242. To schedule an appointment, please call 502-423-2206.
James Briggs, Superintendent
James Briggs brings 18 years of adult corrections experience to his role as Juvenile Facility Manager at Campbell Regional Juvenile Detention Center. He has held many leadership positions in corrections across multiple states, including Deputy Warden, Assistant Chief of Security and Chief of Unit Management.
Dedicated to rehabilitation and reentry, Briggs has also helped implement education, substance abuse and job training programs during his time working as an administrator. He believes in empowering youth with the belief that they can overcome their past to build a better future for themselves.
A graduate of Wakita High School in Oklahoma, Briggs also holds multiple FEMA certifications in emergency management. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and various outdoor activities.
590 Columbia Street
Newport, Kentucky 41071
Phone: (859) 292-6371
Fax: (859) 292-6371