- Youth are referred from Milwaukee County DA’s office and the State of Wisconsin Public Defenders office for deferred prosecution agreements and pre-diversion services
- Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPA) – following the issuance of a case, at initial appearance or a subsequent court hearing the DA agrees to hold the case open for a specified period of time with the condition that the individual completes all program requirements. Successful completion results in dismissal of charges. Deferred prosecution is an option for in-custody as well as out-of-custody defendants.
- Pre-Diversion – Individual is diverted prior to the DA issuing a charge, usually with-in 48 hours of arrest. Successful completion results in no charges filed.
- Peace Making Circles – Trained staff facilitators engage participants in open discussion about issues of violence, education, and alternative to negative behavior.
