The Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan's Diversion Program is a key part of JJR (Juvenile Justice Reform) initiative, offering community-based alternatives to traditional court proceedings. By providing interventions such as counseling, community service, and educational programs, the program addresses the root causes of the behavior that led to the offense. It helps youth gain the support and rehabilitation they need, all while keeping them out of the formal justice system.
Diversion Programs are designed to help youth involved in minor offenses avoid the formal justice system while still being held accountable for their actions. The goal is to provide them with an opportunity to make amends, learn from their mistakes, and develop skills for positive behavioral change.
If you would like to refer a Wayne County youth between the ages of 12–17 to the Diversion Program, please follow the steps outlined below.
Click this link to access the STATUS Department’s Diversion Intake Form. Please complete the form in its entirety by responding to each question. A separate Diversion Intake Form must be submitted for each youth; siblings may not be combined on a single form. Once the form is complete, click the “Submit” button to finalize your referral.
You may complete the fillable form linked below by printing out the form, scanning it and emailing it to statusunit@3rdcc.org. You may also bring the completed form to the office located at 1025 E. Forest Ave. Detroit, MI 48227 RM 348.
Please complete the form in its entirety by answering each question. A separate Diversion Intake Form must be submitted for each youth; siblings may not be combined on a single form.
If you have any questions, please contact our department at 313-833-1599.