Post-charge Diversion and Deferred Prosecution Program

Description: 
Vilas County has a court diversion program for low and moderate risk offenders. Participants are screened and offered a deferred entry of judgment in exchange for a guilty/no contest plea. The participant agrees to avoid any further criminal activity and complete an assigned case plan lasting from 9-12 months on average. In exchange for successful completion the charges are either reduced to an ordinance violation or dismissed. Vilas Co Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Program
Risk Level: 
Low to moderate risk
Risk Assessment Tools: 
ORAS (Ohio Risk Assessment System)
Admission(s): 
Post-plea/pre-adjudication or conviction
Contact: 
Name: 
Val Wielhouwer
Job Title: 
Vilas Co Human Services Director
Phone: 
(715) 479-3615
Address: 
330 Court Street
Eagle River, WI 54521
Alternative to Revocation Admission: 
No
Medication Assisted Treatment: 
No