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The
Diversion Prevention Program is a voluntary court program
offered to families who are concerned that their youth might
be at risk of becoming involved with the Juvenile Court
system through Diversion or Probation.
The
primary purpose of the Diversion Prevention Program is to
successfully intervene in the life of a child before
Juvenile Court involvement appears necessary. Any youth who
are between the ages of 6-17 and who have had
no previous court involvement are eligible for the Diversion
Prevention Program.
There are several ways that a referral can be made:
1.
Parents can make referrals based upon behavior at home
and/or in the community;
2.
School officials can make referrals based upon school
behavior and/or a request from the parent for assistance;
3.
Law enforcement officials can make referrals based upon a
response to an unruly child call.
The benefits of the Diversion Prevention Program are many.
Youth will be given additional support to develop
appropriate decision making skills; families will be
strengthened through the use of community support services;
and communities will be enriched through supporting families
that are looking for assistance.
If
you have any questions regarding the Diversion Prevention
Program, please call Randell Gidley between the hours of
8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, at (937)
562-4000. |
