Improving the quality of life in our locations with targeted and innovative criminal justice programs
Pretrial Screening
Assessments are compiled for judges, defense attorneys, and the prosecution to aid in making an informed release decision.
Group Facilitation
Cognitive Behavioral Programming that is designed to reduce recidivism, increase positive outcomes, and address behavior that drives addiction.
Day Reporting
Routine and random substance monitoring and case management is provided for court-ordered compliance.
Consulting
Evidence-informed technical assistance and consulting services based on cutting-edge research in the pretrial, diversion, and problem-solving courts fields.
Peer Support
Peer Supports empower individuals in recovery through shared life experiences to help the peer gain independent mastery over their own recovery.
Problem-Solving Courts
Case Managers assist high-risk and high-need individuals to identify treatment and other needs and resources to achieve and maintain sobriety.
Post-Conviction Case Management
The Supervised Release program offers case management services to individuals released under Chapter 980. Eligibility is determined by the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Electronic Monitoring
Full-service provider of solution-focused electronic monitoring equipment such as GPS, Continuous Alcohol Monitoring, and Remote Breath.
Diversion
Diversion programs can increase public safety by not using
incarceration and the negative consequences it causes. When
used with appropriate persons and offenses, it increases the
opportunity for rehabilitation.
Pretrial Case Management/Conditional Release
Pretrial Case Management/Conditional Release enables the release of individuals from custody pending pretrial hearings.
Program Locations
Our services are unique to each of our locations. This map provides a snapshot of these offerings along with links to the various resources and crucial information for each location we serve.
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Who We Are
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Recent News
The Meaning Of 'Bail' Has Strayed Far From Its Legal Roots
A few months ago, Illinois became the most recent state to make sweeping improvements to its pretrial system. The Pretrial Fairness Act, which went into effect on Sept. 18, addresses a range of pretrial policies and practices, from the first point of contact with law enforcement through case resolution. Tucked into the court's decision was an overlooked — but critical — holding about the meaning of bail that serves as a welcome corrective for a pretrial system that, nationally, has strayed far from its roots in American history and constitutional law.
Matt Alsdorf
November 17, 2023
Ramsey County to launch pilot project aimed at reforming cash bail system
The Ramsey County Board approved spending $2 million to start a pilot project that would change the way the current cash bail system operates.
Jay Kolls
October 3, 2023
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