530 s pearl avenue
Joplin, Missouri 64801
Phone: (417) 625-4300
Hours: monday-Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Administration
Joseph L. Hensley
Presiding Juvenile Judge
Erik T. Theis
Court Administrator
Steven D. Norman
CHIEF JUVENILE OFFICER
Welcome from the Chief:
As a public safety organization, we are committed to providing the best service possible to the citizens of Jasper County. While we are committed to improving public safety, we also provide evidence-based treatment, programming and pro-social opportunities for youth and their families in an effort to build a solid foundation for the future. Becoming involved in a child’s life in a proactive way not only helps children understand their potential to succeed in life, but it also benefits our community by reducing criminal behavior. Over the last several years, we have garnered a great deal of support from our community. Because of this support, in 2019, we opened our state-of-the-art Juvenile Center which expanded our ability to fulfill our mission to prevent juvenile crime and improve the welfare of youth and families.
It is our hope this website will be both informative and useful to anyone needing assistance. Please take some time to view our website or you can also visit us on Facebook. We are here to serve the children and families of Jasper County and look forward to helping you.
Respectfully,
Chief Steven D. Norman
Our Mission Statement
Provide opportunities and resources to reduce and prevent juvenile crime, and improve the welfare of youth and families.
Our Vision Statement
To inspire and empower youth and families through prevention, intervention and collaborative partnerships.