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The Direct Accountability Program / Programme de responsabilité directe

Type Of Service

Diversion and Court Support - Mental Health

Program Description

The Direct Accountability Program is an alternative to prosecution for individuals who have been charged with minor criminal offenses.

The program involves accused individuals being held accountable through community-based sanctions.

To be considered eligible for the program the accused must:
- be willing to accept responsibility for the actions that led to the charge
- be willing to make amends for their offence
- complete an agreement that outlines the terms of the sanction.

Access Information

A community justice worker will gather information and complete an assessment to determine if the person meets the requirements of the program.

The Crown attorney will notify the accused on or before their first court appearance if they are considered eligible.

Additional Information

  • Restricted To: Clients with Legal Issues
  • Program Cost: No
  • Additional Cost: No
  • Gender: All Genders
  • Age: 18 and up
  • Catchment: Municipalities/Areas: Cochrane, Kapuskasing
  • Fully Accessible
  • Languages: English, French
  • Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Services de counselling de Hearst, Kapuskasing and Smooth Rock Falls Counselling Services - Kapuskasing - 29 Byng Avenue


Address

29 Byng Avenue

Kapuskasing

Operated By

Services de counselling de Hearst, Kapuskasing and Smooth Rock Falls Counselling Services


Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM


Referral Contact Information

Phone: 705-335-8468