Mapping Prosecutor-led Diversion Programs

Pennington County (SD) State's Attorney's Office

Domestic Violence Protocol

How long has the program been operating?: Less than 1 year
At what stage of the process does the diversion program occur?: After referral to the prosecutor, but before the case is filed/charged
After the case is filed/charged, but before the defendant enters a plea
What population is your program intended to serve?: People arrested with a particular offense
How are participants identified for the diversion program?: Referral from intake staff to diversion staff
Line prosecutor who receives case decides about diversion
Are there any factors specific to your jurisdiction that influence how you structure this diversion program?: None
Does your office have informal or written policies about this diversion program's criteria/eligibility?: Yes
If applicable, please describe the diversion program's criteria/eligibility.: Program is available to offenders charged with (or suspected of) domestic violence misdemeanors.
What are the programmatic options and/or requirements for the diversion?: Receive behavioral health assessment
Attend behavioral health intervention
Attend programming that is not a behavioral health intervention
How long does the diversion program usually last on average for someone who completes successfully?: Less than 30 days
How does the diversion program impact your office's resources?: Programmatic costs are covered by prosecutor’s office
Programmatic costs are grant funded (including federal, state, local, or private funds)