About Us

H. Lynn Hadnot, Executive Director
hhadnot@dallascounty.org

Carmichael Williams, Assistant Director
cwilliams@dallascounty.org

Denika Caruthers, J.D., General Counsel
denika.caruthers@dallascounty.org

Ryan Bristow, Deputy Director of Executive & Administrative Services
Ryan.bristow@dallascounty.org

Jeff Falefia, Deputy Director of Detention Services
jeff.falefia@dallascounty.org

Karen Ramos, Deputy Director of Educational Services
karen.ramos@dallascounty.org

Dr. Julie Childers, Ph.D., Deputy Director of Probation Services
julie.childers@dallascounty.org

Melody Frazier, Deputy Director of Residential Services
Melody.Frazier@dallascounty.org

Dr. Robert Lackey, Deputy Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Director
robert.lackey@dallascounty.org

Provide developmentally appropriate juvenile justice services founded on best practices, operated by committed employees, and informed by measurable results.

• Integrity - being honest, ethical, and accountable.
• Advocacy - empowering youth, families, and staff.
• Respect - valuing youth, families, and one another.
• Communication - engaging in consistent, transparent dialogue.
• Innovation - embracing creative, purposeful solutions.