Services

Alternative Paths, Inc. offers a program for first offenders called Pre-Trial Diversion. In many cases a defendant who is in trouble for the first time may be referred to the Pre-Trial Diversion Program with consent of the prosecuting attorney in the case. If the Pre-Trial Diversion Program is successfully completed, the charges against the defendant will be dismissed.

 

The Pre-Trial Diversion Program is a commitment of 6 months to 1 year. During that time the offender meets with the diversion services staff for an initial screening, followed by individual, or group counseling sessions. The offender will develop goals related to life issues which contributed to the offender’s crime. Referrals for mental health, chemical dependency or vocational services may be made depending on the needs of the offender.

 

The Pre-trial Diversion Program is a voluntary program. If the offender fails to follow the terms of the program or becomes involved in any new violations of the law while in the program, the offender shall be terminated and returned to the formal criminal court process.

Offenders accepted into the program must pay a fee of $500. If the fee cannot be paid upon entry into the program, the offender should not apply.

 

To find out if you are eligible for Pre-Trial Diversion, please discuss referral to the program with your attorney. General questions about the program can be answered by calling Lenny Hrovat, Director of Diversion Services at Alternative Paths, Inc. (330) 725-9195.