Adult and Juvenile Detention
The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) oversees operations at these facilities:
- King County Correctional Facility (KCCF) in Seattle
- Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) in Kent
- Judge Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center (for youth under 18) in Seattle
We also offer community corrections programs that provide alternatives to detention for youth and for adults.
Population dashboard – adults and youth
Use our Population Dashboard to find information about residents at King County’s secure detention facilities and participants in electronic home monitoring.
DAJD's Mission, Vision, and Priorities
Our Mission
We provide in-custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change, and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve.
Our Vision
We lead the Nation in providing exemplary services that transform lives.
Our Priorities
- Ensure safety and security of staff and residents
- Recruit, develop, support, and retain staff
- Promote opportunities to humanize the people in our facilities and programs
- Strengthen community connections
- Manage operational risks