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Restorative Justice Diversion Program

Restorative justice
Description
Program utilizes restorative justice dialogues as alternative to prosecution or part of plea
How long has the program been operating?
1-2 years
If applicable, what approach, method, or goal best describes the diversion program?
Restorative justice
Other

Connect to Community Needs

At what stage of the process does the diversion program occur?
At arrest
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
After the case is filed and after the defendant enters a plea

What population is your program intended to serve?
People arrested for the first time
People arrested with a particular offense
People with mental health disorders
People with substance use disorders
People under 18 years old

How are participants identified for the diversion program?
Referral from intake staff to diversion staff
Line prosecutor who receives case decides about diversion
Referral from law enforcement
Referral from school or other community partner
Other

Are there any factors specific to your jurisdiction that influence how you structure this diversion program?
Diversion program authorized/mandated by state law
Other

Community Programs involving Restorative Justice are available

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.
Two distinct programs -- young adults (age 18-25) and adults (age 26+)
What are the programmatic options and/or requirements for the diversion?
Attend programming that is not a behavioral health intervention
Follow individualized case management plan
Pay restitution
Write an apology letter to victim/community
Complete community service
Complete a restorative process

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

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