What is P.T.I?

For some first-time offenders with no prior contact with the criminal justice system, the Office of the District Attorney offers a Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program. The program is staffed with PTI case managers who will work with first-time offenders to examine the underlying reasons for their criminal behavior. Often the first-time offender will be required to take education classes or meet with counselors to learn to how to properly deal with these underlying reasons. In addition, the offender may be subjected to random drug testing. All first time offenders are required to pay restitution to their victims as a condition of their participation in the program.

Entry into this program is solely at the discretion of the District Attorney. Offenders who are invited to participate in this program are advised that strict compliance with all program requirements must be achieved. Should the offender successfully complete the program, a certificate will be issued, and the prosecutor handling the offender’s criminal case will be advised of the successful completion. Successful completion will normally lead to dismissal of all charges.

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