COURT SERVICE UNIT DESCRIPTION The Fifth District Court Service Unit is a local organizational unit of the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice which aims to protect the public through a balanced approach of accountability and comprehensive services that prevent and reduce delinquency through partnerships with families, schools, communities, law enforcement, and others, while providing opportunities for delinquency youth to become responsible and productive citizens. CITY COUNCIL TARGET AREA Civic Engagement & Responsive City Services
FY 23 OBJECTIVES Reduce recidivism of youth involved in the Suffolk Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court to strengthen community safety. Maintain effective partnerships with local agencies including law enforcement. Divert 28% or more of intake matters away from the court to agencies that can better address the needs of juveniles. Exceed 98% compliance with Department of Juvenile Justice standards for probation, parole, and direct care case contact.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
FY 21 Actual Number of juveniles receiving services 600 Number of juveniles placed in secure detention 58 Average Length of Stay in secure detention 61 days Average Cost per Day for secure detention $190 Percent of juveniles diverted 16%
FY 22 Projected 700 60 40 days $190 28%
FY 23 Estimated 800 60 40 days $190 28%
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