Info Alert

We are excited to introduce our new website! We hope you find it easier to navigate, engaging and useful. As with any conversion of a site this large, errors may occur. If you see something that needs updating, please email PublicInformation@djj.sc.gov.

NOTE: If you had a page on our old site bookmarked, please be sure to update accordingly, as most pages have changed.  

Rescource Description
Youth and Parent GrievancesGrievances can be submitted to LetsTalk@djj.sc.gov. Alternatively, you can submit this form for medical requests, youth grievances and family support.
Public Information Requestspublicinformation@djj.sc.gov 
All media requests should be made to the Public Information Office. Please do not contact staff directly.
Freedom of Information Act Requests

FOIA requests and requests for data should be made via email to FOIA@djj.sc.gov. The following fees may apply: 

Copies over 25 pages = $0.20 per page

Search/Retrieval Fee = $20/hour after the first 30 minutes (no fee if documents are readily available)

Scanning/Redaction Fee = $20/hour after the first 30 minutes

Postage = Standard USPS first class postage stamp included; additional postage must be paid in advance

SCDJJ Public Safety Tip Line 

To submit a tip, please call (866) 313-0073. The purpose of this tipline is to gather information on a crime or suspicious activity that may be related to SCDJJ. It is important that you provide detailed information on the suspicious activity you have knowledge of so the incident can be thoroughly investigated. Important details would include:

  • date of the activity,
  • location of the activity,
  • physical identifiers of the actor(s), and
  • a description of vehicle(s) involved.
Request Education TranscriptAn official school transcript can be requested at Transcripts@djj.sc.gov.
Citizen Concerns and Complaints SCDJJ is filled with hard-working and dedicated employees, and we believe in recognizing a job well done. In addition, we want to hear from you if we missed the mark. Citizens are encouraged to email ombudsman@djj.sc.gov
Employment Verification and Human Resources If you need to verify past or current employment, please contact humanresources@djj.sc.gov
SCDJJ Public Safety DispatchThis is a 24-hour phone line for dispatch: (803) 896-9100
Custodian of EvidencePursuant to S.C. Code 17-28-330(A) an option has been added to allow authorized law enforcement agencies to register for custodian of evidence notifications for youth. Click here.