Marietta Regional Youth Detention Center

The Marietta Regional Youth Detention Center (RYDC), located on County Services Parkway in Marietta, Georgia, is a secure, state-operated residential facility designed to house juveniles who have been charged with delinquent acts. Managed by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), the facility serves as a short-term detention center for youth awaiting court hearings or placement, as well as a location for those serving short-term sentences. Its primary mission is to maintain public safety while providing a structured environment that emphasizes security, discipline, and the stabilization of youth who are currently involved in the juvenile justice system.

Beyond its focus on secure containment, the Marietta RYDC integrates essential rehabilitative services into its daily operations. The facility provides residents with access to educational programming, behavioral health services, and medical care to ensure their basic needs are met while they remain in state custody. The center operates under strict regulatory guidelines to maintain a controlled atmosphere, prioritizing the safety of the staff, the public, and the youth themselves. As a regional hub, it plays a critical role in the Cobb County juvenile justice framework by providing a necessary site for processing and housing youth offenders within the Georgia justice system.