• About Pretrial Services

    The U.S. Pretrial Services System carries out probation and pretrial services functions in the U.S. District courts. Through its officers and other employees, the system works to make the criminal justice process effective and the public safe.  Link to more info.

  • What is a pretrial hearing?

    A pretrial hearing is a meeting that occurs before a trial action begins. These are generally attended by the plaintiff, defendant, the judge, the lawyers, and sometimes other parties. Pretrial hearings aim to resolve some of the legal issues before the trial begins.

  • Prison & Beyond

    What is prison life like? How can I prepare for success after prison?  Questions like these can seem overwhelming.  U.S. Pretrial Services has created a seminar to help answer some of these questions.  Click here for more information.