Please call the Richmond Department of Social Services Hotline at (804)646-0438. You can also call the state Child Protective Services Hotline (800)552-7096.

Please call (804)646-8087. Our Community Service Coordinator will provide information about orientation (youth must attend with parent/guardian) and participation.

The 13th District Court Service Unit at the Oliver Hill Courts Building can supply this information. You can call (804)646-2900.

Virginia law requires that any person 14 years of age or older, who is convicted of a felony, must submit to this procedure.

With the exception of very serious offenses, both the juvenile and adult justice systems generally give offenders an opportunity to demonstrate that they can learn from their mistake. These chances are usually combined with probation supervision to ensure the safety of the community and services to help the person overcome whatever deficits they may have, such as substance abuse, job training, etc.

The judge places a juvenile on probation for an offense to give the juvenile the opportunity to change the behavior causing the problem thus keeping the juvenile out of further trouble. Parole supervision is similar to probation where rules and regulations are concerned. However, parole supervision follows incarceration in a juvenile correctional center.

Yes, clients need access to a cell or landline phone. 

It depends upon the stipulations outlined in the court order.

No, if the client is not working; yes if they’re working full-time. Fees are based on the HEM (Home Electronic Monitoring) payment sliding scale.

No, clients must reside in the City of Richmond, Henrico or Chesterfield. 

Clients are not allowed to reside in hotels/motels permanently; extenuating circumstances however may mean they are allowed to reside there temporarily.   

DAP provides supervision for both misdemeanor and felony offenders as an alternative to incarceration utilizing evidence-based practices. DAP supervises court-ordered special conditions, promotes offender accountability, and affords individuals an opportunity to achieve a successful personal life.

The mission of the Pretrial Services Act Program is to reduce jail overcrowding caused by the detention of pretrial defendants, assist the courts in making better-informed bond decisions, and enhance public safety through the evaluation and supervision of pretrial detainees.

• Conduct Risk Assessments using the validated statewide Virginia Pretrial Risk Assessment Instrument (VPRAI) which consists of interviews, criminal history checks, and background investigations of jailed defendants prior to a court arraignment
• Recommendations to the court regarding a defendant’s release on bond pending trial
• Supervision of defendants ordered to pretrial supervision as a condition of bond
• Monitoring of court-ordered conditions of bond that may include drug and alcohol testing
• Information and referral to services
• Written progress reports to the court on defendant compliance with supervision

The mission of the Comprehensive Community Corrections Act Program is to provide sentencing alternatives to the judiciary and the local criminal justice system in an effort to reduce jail overcrowding, enhance public safety, and offer remedial and rehabilitative opportunities to local offender populations.

• Local probation supervision for adult offenders ordered from the court
• Initial contact with probationers at sentencing in the Richmond City Courts
• Risk/Need Assessments using the Offender Screening Tool (OST) and a modified version (MOST)
• Face-to-face meetings with probationers monthly or as indicated by the Risk Assessment
• Intake interview to determine the need for additional information or services
• Drug testing
• Manage all aspects of court requirements (e.g. community service, drug testing or treatment, evaluations, counseling, employment)
• Community Service Work Supervision
• Information and referral to services

Written progress reports to the court on probationer compliance with supervision

In-house and Local Providers offer the following services:

• • Anger Management
  • Moral Recognition Therapy (MRT)
  • Substance Abuse Education Courses
  • Domestic Violence Intervention Groups
  • Shoplifting Class

Other services as necessary

The RDRC is a community-based program designed to increase public safety by addressing the participant’s criminal thinking and improving decision-making abilities.

The program is self-paced.

• The program consists of three phases.
• Each phase has specific goals/requirements that must be met to move to the next phase.
• Participants move through the program at their own pace based on how quickly they meet their goals/requirements.

Sanctions and incentives are incorporated into the program to address non-compliance issues and reward positive progress.

Services include:

• Alcohol / Drug Testing
• Anger Management
• Behavior Change Plans
• Case Management
• Cognitive Behavioral Interventions to support behavior change and skill building
• Employment / Job Readiness Skills (OCWB)
• Life Skills
• Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
• Seeking Safety
• Skill Building
• Substance Use Education, Treatment, & Relapse Prevention

Therapeutic Counseling

Yes, all participants must be sentenced to the RDRC by a City of Richmond court.

The court orders an individual to the RDRC to complete an assessment to determine whether they are eligible, and appropriate, for the program. Individuals must assess as medium or high risk to re-offend and must be able to safely and fully participate in the program.

No, there are no offenses that automatically prohibit an individual from participating in the RDRC.

Yes, however, participants must have the ability to report to the RDRC multiple times per week based on their individual plans.

No, there is no cost for participating in the RDRC.

Yes, participants must comply with the terms of their pretrial and/or probation supervision obligations.

Participants may report to the RDRC multiple times each week based on their plan and progress in the program.

 No, participants may not bring family or friends with them to their appointment.

Here are directions to the Department of Justice Services at 306 N 8th Street, Richmond, VA 23219, from each location:

1. Richmond City Circuit Court (400 N 9th St, Richmond, VA 23219)
   
   • Walk south on N 9th St for 1 block.
   • Turn right onto E Broad St.
   • Walk 1 block west to N 8th St. The building will be on your left at the corner of N 8th St and E Broad St.
2. Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court (1600 Oliver Hill Way, Richmond, VA 23219)
   
   • Head north on Oliver Hill Way toward Hospital St.
   • Turn left onto E Broad St.
   • Continue straight for about 1 mile to N 8th St. The building will be on your left at the corner of N 8th St and E Broad St.
3. General District Court at Manchester (920 Hull St, Richmond, VA 23224)
   
   • Head west on Hull St.
   • Cross the Manchester Bridge to Downtown.
   • Turn right onto N 8th St.
   • Continue north to E Broad St. The building will be on your right at the corner of N 8th St and E Broad St.
4. Richmond Justice Center (1701 Fairfield Way, Richmond, VA 23223)
   
   • Head west on Fairfield Way.
   • Turn right onto Oliver Hill Way.
   • Turn left onto E Broad St.
   • Continue straight for about 1 mile to N 8th St. The building will be on your left at the corner of N 8th St and E Broad St.

Each location is a short drive or walk from 306 N 8th St.

Parking Options

• City Parking Deck (N 8th St and E Marshall St): A short walk from the Department of Justice Services.
• Broad Street Parking Deck (N 7th St and E Broad St): Entrance is off N 7th St, 1 block from the location.
• On-Street Parking: Limited metered parking is available on E Broad St and N 8th St. Pay attention to time restrictions.

City Bus Info

• GRTC Pulse: The GRTC Pulse Bus Rapid Transit line runs along Broad Street. The nearest Pulse station is at 8th & Broad, right next to the building.
• Other Bus Routes: Routes 1A, 1B, 1C, and 5 serve the area along Broad Street and 9th Street. Check the GRTC Transit website for route details and schedules.

OFFICE RULES & REGULATIONS

Be Safe, Be Kind. To provide a pleasant and safe environment for you and our staff, the following Rules and Regulations will be enforced.

Children, Friends & Family - Only clients are allowed to report to the Day Reporting Center.

NO alcohol, drugs, food, smoking or weapons - To protect you and to keep our office clean NO alcohol, drugs, food, smoking or weapons, of any kind, are allowed. You and your items are subject to search.

Disorderly conduct - Both you and our staff deserve to be treated with respect. Disorderly conduct will not be tolerated; this includes CURSING.

Sickness – If you are sick, do not report to the Day Reporting Center. Telephone your case manager and leave a clear detailed message with your name, return telephone number and condition. Be prepared to present a doctor’s note during your next office visit.

Dress Code - All clients are expected to conduct and dress themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a place of business. Clients must be dressed in a manner that will not distract, disturb, or be offensive to other clients or staff. Clothing must cover areas from one armpit across to the other armpit, down to approximately 3 to 4 inches in length on the upper thighs. Tops must have shoulder straps. Rips or tears in clothing should be lower than the 3 to 4 inches in length.

• See-through or mesh garments must not be worn without appropriate coverage underneath that meet the minimum requirements of the dress code. Pants must be pulled up so underwear is not exposed.
• Shoes must be worn at all times. Sunglasses cannot be worn without a prescription.
• Clothing cannot depict, imply, advertise or advocate the use of illegal substances, potentially derogatory religious themes, racial references, gang references, or have sexual implications of any type.

Sanctions - Anti-social behavior, inappropriate language, violation of the cell phone policy, violation of the dress code, and/or posted facility rules will include an in-house sanction and may include the following at the discretion of program staff:

1. Instruction to leave the building and an unexcused absence for the day.
2. Meeting with Case Manager to address behavior
3. Court notification