After an individual experiences an arrest and is booked into jail, they can remain detained until a judge decides to release the individual. However, there are several tools and practices jurisdictions can use to reduce their reliance on jails and increase their use of pretrial release. JSP provides implementation assistance to sites interested in large-scale front-end reforms but who may not have the organizational capacity to shepherd the process.

JSP is partnering with the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in Arizona to implement large-scale changes in their pretrial system. This work holds significant importance in enhance fairness, efficiency, and equity throughout their pretrial process. process. By expanding or modifying existing procedures with AOC oversight, Arizona can address systemic issues, such as unnecessary pretrial detention and disparities in bail practices. JSP’s collaborative approach ensures that any changes align with legal standards, best practices, and the needs of local communities. Overall, this approach fosters innovation and improvement within the pretrial system, ultimately leading to more equitable outcomes for individuals, their families, and the community.