Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention

The North Carolina Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating at-risk and justice-involved youth to strengthen families and enhance public safety.

Juvenile Justice Overview

Learn more about the Division's mission, current initiatives and history.

Juvenile Justice Service Directory

Find programs near you that can help children, teens and families.

Join Our Team

Learn more about career opportunities in Juvenile Justice.

Contact Us

Find contact information for Juvenile Justice personnel, offices and facilities.

Juvenile Justice Sections and Services

Community Programs

The Community Programs section utilizes a comprehensive strategy of community-based services, evidence-based contractual services and effective case management to help prevent and reduce juvenile crime and delinquency in North Carolina.

Juvenile Court Services

The Juvenile Court Services section provides intake, diversion, supervision and post-release services for undisciplined and delinquent juveniles within a continuum of care and services that help juveniles and their families navigate the criminal justice system.

Juvenile Facility Operations

The Juvenile Facility Operations section staffs and maintains two types of secure commitment centers for youths in North Carolina: juvenile detention centers and youth development centers.

We Are Juvenile Justice

Making a difference in the lives of youth and families

Juvenile Justice Blogs

Juvenile Justice Journal

Youth Development Centers Celebrate Second Chance Month

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Chatham YDC Career Day offers employment prospects for youth

Friday, July 26, 2024

Real world simulations prepare youth for adulthood

Monday, April 29, 2024