Community Accountability Services

Diversion services offered in La Pine include a Teen Court program for eligible youth who must admit guilt and appear for a hearing before a jury of their peers who decide and impose appropriate sanctions. Most youth offenders participating in teen court are also required to serve as jurors at future teen court cases. The process helps these youth understand and appreciate the judicial process, enhances social and vocational skills and provides an opportunity to participate in a positive experience in their community.

Individual programs are also offered for first-time offenders who may not be appropriate for Teen Court due to age, nature of offense or other special circumstances. These youth and their parents/guardians are required to meet with a community justice officer to review their case and develop an appropriate accountability plan, specific to the needs of the youth, their victim and the community.

Location:

Dennis Maloney Community Justice Center
63360 Britta Street, Building 1
Bend, OR 97701

Email:

Jim.Smith@deschutes.org

Phone:

(541) 322-7653

Fax:

(541) 383-0165