The Galveston County Juvenile Justice Department (GCJJD) observes a zero tolerance policy and practice regarding all forms of sexual abuse and sexual harassment of any juvenile or other individual served by a department program or facility.  It is the goal of the GCJJD to establish policies, procedures and practices that ensure effective prevention, detection, reduction, intervention, and punishment of sexual assault or sexual behavior while a juvenile is in the legal care, custody or control of any component of the Galveston County Juvenile Justice Department.  The Galveston County Juvenile Justice Department has developed and implemented extensive policies and procedures related to PREA and Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation in order to safeguard, to the greatest degree possible, the health and safety of the department’s clients from all forms of sexual abuse, sexual harassment or other abusive behavior.

• To report allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation: Contact the Texas Juvenile Justice Department’s toll-free number (1-877-786-7263).