Overview

The Judicial Supervision & Diversion Programs (JSDP) Division is part of the Second Judicial District Court serving the citizens of Bernalillo County, New Mexico.

JSDP has two primary operations areas:

1. The Pretrial Services Program;
2. Specialty/Treatment Court Programs

The Pretrial Services Program consists of three units:

1. Background Investigations
2. Intake and Assessment
3. Pretrial Supervision (or Standard Supervision)

JSDP includes three Specialty/Treatment Court Programs:

1. Young Adult Court (YAC)
2. Mental Health Court (MHC)
3. Felony Repeat Offender DWI Court

Mission

JSDP Pretrial Services Program 1) assists the Second Judicial District Court in pretrial release decision-making through research-informed, empirically-based assessment; and 2) provides appropriate pretrial supervision and services that promote community safety and maximize court appearance.

JSDP Specialty/Treatment Court Programs work collaboratively with stakeholders and participants to follow best-practice standards to address and improve individuals’ life outcomes through specialized supervision, treatment engagement, linkage to community resources and supportive practices.

Guiding Principles

• The presumption of innocence of the individual during the pretrial period is the underlying precept for considering the least restrictive conditions of release consistent with community safety and return to court.
• To address barriers complicating and prolonging the administration of justice, JSDP informs and encourages individuals to participate in appropriate pro-social services and supports such as substance use treatment and counseling, vocational & educational services, housing & homelessness services, and medical & mental health care. Persons charged with a crime who are offered the opportunity for personal change can improve health, well-being and safety outcomes for themselves, their families and our community.
• Incorporate and apply evidence- and research-based policies and practices towards organizational excellence and the development of a highly professional and capable team.

Core Values

• Treat all Persons with Dignity & Respect – remembering to walk a mile in their shoes
• Practice Reliability, Integrity & Honesty – earning credibility and a solid reputation
• Strive for Improvement & Innovation – always examining, always exploring
• Be an Inclusive Team and a Family of Professionals – a community of experts committed to doing good, important work and being happy and healthy together

Exploring JSDP