Welcome to the Jasper County Juvenile Division
Inspiring and empowering youth and families through prevention, intervention, and collaborative partnerships.
Core Units & Support
Comprehensive juvenile judicial and community services.
Supervision Unit
Providing structured oversight and rehabilitation guidance for youth transitioning through the judicial system, focusing on accountability and community integration.
Child Abuse Unit
Dedicated protection and advocacy for vulnerable youth within Jasper County.
Legal Counsel
Expert judicial guidance and legal processing for all juvenile cases.
Clinical Services
Mental health support, diagnostic assessments, and therapeutic counseling.
School-Justice Unit
Bridging the gap between educational institutions and the juvenile court system.
Detention Center & JDAI
The Sen. Ron Richard Juvenile Center operates a secure detention unit committed to the principles of the Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative (JDAI), ensuring public safety while minimizing unnecessary detention.
Rules & Guidelines
Strict adherence to safety protocols and resident behavior standards.
Visitation Information
Scheduled visitation hours and family contact policies.
Administration & Leadership
Joseph L. Hensley
Presiding Juvenile Judge
Erik T. Theis
Court Administrator
Our Mission
To provide opportunities and resources to reduce and prevent juvenile crime, and improve the welfare of youth and families.
Our Vision
To inspire and empower youth and families through prevention, intervention and collaborative partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the Jasper County Juvenile Office, our programs, court services, detention, and resources available to youth and families.
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The Jasper County Juvenile Division provides services focused on prevention, intervention, rehabilitation, and family support. Programs include supervision services, school-justice partnerships, child abuse and neglect case management, clinical services, legal counsel, detention services, and community-based programs designed to promote positive youth outcomes.
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The Juvenile Division serves children, youth, and families throughout Jasper County. Services are available for juveniles involved in delinquency matters, status offenses, child abuse and neglect cases requiring court intervention, and families participating in court-ordered programs.
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The Division’s mission is to reduce and prevent juvenile crime while improving the welfare of youth and families. Through prevention, intervention, education, and collaborative partnerships, the office works to help young people make positive choices and build successful futures.
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Programs include the Supervision Unit, School-Justice Unit, Child Abuse and Neglect Unit, Clinical Services, Legal Counsel, detention services, Achievement Court, Alternative School, and evidence-based intervention programs that support youth development and family engagement.
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The Juvenile Detention Center provides secure, short-term care while emphasizing rehabilitation. Youth have access to educational instruction, medical care, mental health services, recreation, library services, visitation, and religious programming during their stay.