Criminal Justice Deflection Program
Strategies are based on proven behavioral health prevention and intervention techniques with the objectives of reducing recidivism, improving access to behavioral health through community treatment and support services, and enhancing partnerships among key stakeholders. The Criminal Justice Deflection Program is a 90-day program.
Population Served
The Criminal Justice Program operated by DISC Village, inc. serves law enforcement and prosecutors with 3 types of referral options, known as “pathways.” Each pathway uses a different approach to address specific public health and safety challenges faced by the community. The program is available to all Law Enforcement agencies and State Attorney Offices in Circuit 2.
Referral Process and Eligibility
Law enforcement officials make referrals via e-mail in lieu of an arrest or inaction in pathway one. Pathways 2&3 are made by the State Attorney’s office as Pre-Arrest or Diversion program cases.
Services
Each pathway may not need all the services described below. Additional behavioral health services are available for individuals in need. These services are provided with a warm handoff.
The following services are available through the Criminal Justice Deflection Program.
*Screening with Recommendations
*Case Plan Development
*Intervention Strategies (Group and Individual)
*Stakeholder Engagement and Education
