Department of Juvenile Justice

Welcome

The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves the state's justice involved youth up to the age of 21.

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Our Commissioner

Shawanda Reynolds-Cobb was appointed the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice by Governor Brian P. Kemp on May 3, 2023. She has more than 30 years of government service.

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Georgia DJJ Youth Graduation Spring 2025

The Georgia Preparatory Academy held a graduation ceremony for youth on Tuesday, May 20, in Macon, Ga. DJJ students were awarded 23 high school diplomas, 18 GED diplomas, and 16 Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC). 

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Join Team Georgia DJJ!

Job seekers can visit Team Georgia for more information.

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Volunteer with Georgia DJJ

Georgia DJJ is seeking volunteers to work with youth. You are eligible to join our team if you are 18 years or older. 

Media Inquiries

DJJ's Office of Communications is the point of contact for media inquiries from all local, state and national news outlets. 

Service of Process

The assigned Service of Process Designees for Georgia DJJ can be found on the Office of Legal Services page.

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Resources for Parents and Guardians

Contact

The Office of the Ombudsman

Family members, advocates, and other concerned citizens can report complaints to the Office of the Ombudsman on behalf of youth under supervision of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. The DJJ Ombudsman is dedicated to fairness and serves to uphold the public trust by showing compassion, maintaining confidentiality, and remaining neutral.

Toll Free
(855) 396-2978
Mail to

3408 Covington Highway
Decatur, GA 30032

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