Youthful Offender System

The Youthful Offender System (YOS), located in Pueblo, Colorado, is a unique correctional facility established in 1994 following legislation passed in 1993. Designed to rehabilitate young offenders aged 14 to 19, YOS offers a structured, four-phase program aimed at preparing inmates for successful reintegration into society.

These phases include Orientation and Training, Institutionalization, Pre-Release, and Community Supervision. The facility accommodates up to 256 inmates and houses both male and female offenders who have been convicted of violent felonies, excluding Class 1 felonies.

YOS operates under the Colorado Department of Corrections and is known for its focus on education and rehabilitation. Over 80% of its inmates leave with a high school diploma, and the facility boasts one of the lowest recidivism rates in the state, with only 20% of offenders reoffending within three years. Sentences at YOS range from two to seven years, and participation is contingent upon a judge’s recommendation based on the offender’s age and potential for rehabilitation.

Visitation at YOS is available on:

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 8:30 a.m. –11:30 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Visitors will be processed into the facility between 8:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for the morning session and between 11:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. for the afternoon session.

For further information about the Youthful Offender System, including inmate records search and visitation details, individuals can refer to the official website of the Colorado Department of Corrections or utilize online inmate search platforms specific to the state of Colorado.