Delinquency & Court Services

Major Functional Areas and Program/Services

Administration/Support

Administration and support functions provide policy direction, programmatic and fiscal management, staff supervision, research and analysis of data, budget development, procurement of services, development of cooperative alliances with outside agencies and adherence to state and federal laws.  Included is development and implementation of non-judicial operational procedures of intake, detention, probation supervision and direct community-based services.

Detention Facility (2007 Wisconsin Cares About Kids Award - State of Wisconsin - Office of the State Public Defender)

The Detention Center provides secure custodial care of detained youth.  In addition to providing a safe and secure envionment, the Center provides education, sanctions, short-term mental health services, basic health screens and medical follow-up, and other short-term services as necessary.

Intake & Probation Services

The Division provides statutorily required screening, assessment, and supervision of youth referred for Delinquency and Juveniles in Need of Protection and Service matters.  While not inclusive, these functions coordinate the provision of direct services, monitor and respond to court compliance, and provide other servies for the court as directed.

Purchase Services/Partnerships

The Division oversees and contracts for a variety of direct and support services purchased through various contracts and a network of service providers.  Target areas include prevention, diversion, support services, alternative education settings, out of home placement, targeted supervision, and reentry support.

While not inclusive, this chart identifies the various programs/services available to youth, families and the juvenile court, in addition to intake and supervision services provided by the department.  Nearly all services are provided by youth-serving, community based agencies.  These program serve youth as a diversion from entry into the juvenile justice system as an alternative to detntion while court is pending, or as a community-based service following disposition in addition to court-ordered supervision.  The program and services do not include secure detention services, intake assessment, case planning or compliance supervision provided directly by the County.