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12 <br /> April 16, 2012 <br /> Dear Panel Members: <br /> I am a District Court Judge for Orange and Chatham counties and I am writing to encourage full <br /> funding for Pretrial Services. This service can support and educate citizens on their journey <br /> through the court process. <br /> Pretrial Services relieves the county's jail of the inmates that qualify for release, but just as <br /> importantly I count on the background information the staff provides that often informs me of <br /> factors disqualifying inmates or identifying stabilizing resources for the defendant. While these <br /> are processes that occur in court, the county and its citizens benefit by the increase in community <br /> safety the results from directing defendants to resources that assist with stabilization. This <br /> process produces a general "shoring-up"of the community. The staff addresses Spanish speakers <br /> (on the rise) and is knowledgeable of local and state resources for the largely indigent population <br /> which comprises 90% of the program's clients. <br /> I especially value the staff of Pretrial Services for taking spontaneous assignments from me in <br /> the courtroom. They provide expedient information regarding defendants' employment history, <br /> community contacts, criminal records, contacts with victims, and risk factors. They also work to <br /> facilitate the coordination of mental health and substance abuse services for defendants. <br /> Referrals are made and the staff assists with the application process to various treatment facilities <br /> such as Freedom House Recovery Center, TROSA, FIRST at Blue Ridge, ADATC, convalescent <br /> centers, etc. <br /> The Pretrial Services staff works to release inmates who present with health issues or mental <br /> health concerns by locating a viable, stable address while charges are pending. This service saves <br /> the county the cost of housing the defendant and provides the community with an additional <br /> measure of safety as these defendants are often ordered to abide by a curfew that is monitored by <br /> Pretrial Services. <br /> The Pretrial Services staff is proficient in ensuring all defendants under their supervision remain <br /> compliant with conditions of pretrial release. Conditions of release can include continued school <br /> attendance, curfews, drug screens, office visits or telephone contact. In cases of non-compliance <br /> the staff immediately processes an Order for Arrest. <br /> The unique services provided by Pretrial Services mostly occur behind the scenes but make a <br /> great impact for the county. Please consider this staff a multifaceted, efficient,pro-social vehicle <br /> that clearly saves the County far more than the salaries and operating costs. Should you have <br /> questions,please feel free to contact me at (919) 644-4646. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Beverly A. Scarlett <br /> District Court Judge <br /> Orange and Chatham Counties <br />
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