About the District's Reentry Court  

ReNew Court focuses on individuals who pose a significant risk of violating the conditions of supervision. Some participants are selected while in custody so that they may join the program immediately upon their release. Others are selected during the early stages of their reentry into the community. Participation is voluntary, and acceptance into the program is determined by the reentry team. Participants are granted a reduction of their supervision term of up to one-year upon successful completion of the program.

The presiding judge – with the aid of an Assistant Federal Public Defender and an Assistant United States Attorney – assists the United States Probation Office with the supervision of participants by conducting regular court sessions attended by all program participants. During each court session, the judge talks to each participant about their progress in reaching goals set by them and the ReNew team. The program adds to the regular oversight of a person under supervision, and utilizes a blend of treatment, education, and job skills training to aid the participant. Sanctions are utilized to address noncompliant conduct or to ensure the safety of our communities.