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BACK ON TRACK

A person-centered approach to prosecution
Our Back on Track Program is a diversion program geared towards first-time drug traffickers. The Back on Track Program provides a viable alternative to incarceration and is an essential component of our strategy to reduce incarceration and save lives.


Please email us your questions or feedback about the program to: sgraham@co.pg.md.us

Program Coordinator: Sandy Graham 301-310-6041
Assistant State's Attorney: Kue Lattimore 301-952-3933

 

The Mission

Back on Track, Prince George’s County

A Problem-Solving Court aimed at reducing the recidivism rate of first-time, low-level felony offenders who do not require substance abuse services. Back on Track diverts defendants into a rigorous 12-18 month program that requires participants to plead guilty and participate in the program as a condition of probation. It provides participants with an opportunity to make amends with the community and self-improve through a strict accountability program which includes home and employment checks, a significant community service component, life skills development, workforce training, and job placement.

 

This non-traditional method of prosecution is designed to leave the Back on Track graduate with increased life management skills. After successful completion of the program, participants’ records are expunged.

Program Services & Eligibility

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Services Offered

  • Evaluation and Treatment

  • Services Individual and Family Counseling

  • Educational and Vocational Assessment

  • High School Diploma and GED

  • Paid educational and vocational programming

  • Community College

  • On-line classes Anger Management and other group sessions

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Benefits

The participant is provided with an opportunity to make amends with the community and self-improve through a strict accountability program which includes home and employment checks, a significant community service component, life skills development, workforce training, and job placement. The successful candidate will receive a Probation Before Judgment (PBJ) and the immediate expungement of the charges.

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Program Eligibility

  • No prior felonies or violent convictions

  • No prior felony convictions for guns or drug offenses

  • No prior violent misdemeanors

  • Presently charged with a first non-violent felony drug offense or first non-violent handgun or felony drug offense

  • Not currently under community supervision in any jurisdiction

  • Not found to be dependent on drugs

  • Must be a verified resident of Prince George's County, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

Back on Track, Prince George’s County

What excludes someone from being accepted into Back on Track?

The main exclusionary factors are a history of felony or violent misdemeanor convictions or a history of substance abuse.

 

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How long does the program take to complete?

The program has two phases: a six-week orientation phase and a 12-18 month enrollment phase. Most participants remain in the program for a little over 12 months.

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What is the time commitment to the Back on Track Program?

Back on Track participants are required to attend regular court hearings at the Upper Marlboro Courthouse, complete 280 hours of community service, check in with the program regularly by phone or in person, and attend monthly group sessions on a variety of topics.

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Is community service required?

Program participants must complete 60 hours of community service during the six-week orientation phase and 220 hours during the enrollment phase for a total of 280 hours.

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Back On Track Office

14735 Main Street, Suite M3403

Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Tel: 301 952-4295

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