19th Judicial District Attorney’s Office (Pascagoula, MS)
Population: 142,369
The Office implements a pretrial diversion program for first time, non-violent offenders (https://www.co.jackson.ms.us/567/Pre-Trial-Diversion-Program)
4th Circuit Solicitor’s Office (Bennettsville, SC)
Population: 170,704 | Number of Prosecutors: 10
A unique aspect of most adult diversion programs offered by the solicitor’s office is that certain offenders have an alternative way to complete a portion of their community service hours. Offenders can choose to purchase items that benefit local community service groups in need, which counts towards up to half of their community service. This assists important, yet struggling organizations in the community, while helping low-level offenders who are employed more easily maintain their current jobs and attend their required diversionary education or treatment classes.
Washington County District Attorney’s Office (Fort Edward, NY)
Population: 61,197 | Number of Prosecutors: 6
The prosecutor works with local judges, Probation Officers, Sheriff’s Officers, and their Alternatives to Incarceration Department, to implement diversion programs on an individual
basis in each local court for people struggling with addiction or domestic violence issues.
To increase transparency and inform the public about the criminal justice system, prosecutor offices have developed data dashboards. The comprehensive public data and resources provide a detailed view of the role of the prosecutor.
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Author: PCE
The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office in Oakland, California spearheaded the Justice Restoration Project (ACJRP) for felony offenders to reduce recidivism by providing peer support and resources to offenders.
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On February 4, 2021, PCE hosted a Pop-Up discussion on prosecutor diversion programs; here are the presentations and materials:
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On January 11, 2021, PCE hosted a Pop-Up discussion on community engagement with presentations on connection, outreach and re-entry, creating a community advisory board, and moving cases out of the criminal justice system.
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