Austrian Police Detention Centre, Police detention center in Hernalser Gürtel, Vienna, Austria
The Austrian Police Detention Centre is a holding facility in the Hernals district of Vienna that houses individuals temporarily before court appearances. The building contains cells, communal spaces, a medical unit, and administrative offices arranged across multiple levels.
The facility was established to manage short-term detention in Vienna and has been part of Austria's justice system for many years. Occupancy numbers have shifted considerably over time, reflecting changing demand for temporary custody arrangements.
The center maintains specific protocols for different categories of detainees, with separate regulations for immigration cases and criminal detention procedures.
The grounds are not open for public visits since this is an active detention facility with restricted access. Any inquiries about visits or information must be directed through official channels.
Foreign nationals held at the facility must pay 70 euros per day for their detention, while the actual operational costs exceed 800 euros daily.
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