DYS Frequently Asked Questions

The Division of Youth Services (DYS) is the state agency charged with the care and treatment of youth committed to its custody by one of the 45 Missouri juvenile courts.

Choose a category from the list below to view some of the questions most frequently asked of DYS.

• General Operations
• Treatment Services
• Special Issues, Populations and Services
• Educational Services
• Juvenile Court Diversion
• Employment

Additional information about DYS is available in the Division’s Annual Report.