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Who We Are

The Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia (PSA) is the federal agency responsible for gathering information about newly arrested defendants and compiling recommendations considered by the court in determining conditions of release.

PSA Operating Status

PSA supervision and drug testing offices will remain OPEN for business during a Federal Government shutdown and defendants should continue to report for scheduled supervision and drug testing appointments and group sessions. However, many PSA administrative and support offices will be operating with significantly reduced staff.

What We Do

PSA gathers and presents information about newly arrested defendants that assists judicial officers in deciding what, if any, release conditions should be imposed and subsequently supervised for compliance by PSA. PSA utilizes a risk-based supervision model and employs risk-mitigation interventions designed to minimize re-arrest and maximize court appearance. 


Our Mission

The Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia's mission is to promote pretrial justice and enhance community safety in the Nation's Capital.

Our Vision

PSA's vision is to improve public safety and serve the community through data-driven decision making by a committed workforce that provides evidence-based pretrial supervision and support services.

Who We Serve

As a federal agency based in the heart of the District of Columbia, our work impacts many different stakeholders both locally and nationally.

Defendants

For those who have been charged with
a crime in the District, PSA offers online resources.

Community

See all we do to improve the District of Columbia and help its citizenry.


Affiliates and Stakeholders

Discover how we successfully coordinate with other federal and state agencies and municipalities.

FY 2024 – YEAR END KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

PSA strives for excellence in everything we do – click here to find the latest report on our performance numbers for FY 2024.

Judicial Concurrence


75%

FY 24 Actual
FY 24 Target: 70%

Continued Pretrial Release


84%

FY 24 Actual
FY 24 Target: 85%

Arrest-Free


88%

FY 24 Actual
FY 24 Target: 89%

Court Appearance


86%

FY 24 Actual
FY 24 Target: 87%

*The one percentage point variation is not statistically significant.

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