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Programs and Services

The Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia is committed to assuring that defendants appear for their scheduled court hearings. Towards that mission, PSA presents demographic information and release recommendations to assist judicial officers in decision-making.

Drug Court

Provides treatment and incentives

Court Support

PSA is dedicated to enhancing community safety by employing supervision strategies to ensure defendant success

Defendant Supervision

Supervise and monitor defendants released with conditions in DC Superior Court and the US District Court.

Drug Testing and Forensics

Accurate and timely in-house drug testing results provided by the Office of Forensic Toxicology Services.


Treatment and Related Services

Mental health and substance use disorder treatment assessments conducted by the Social Services and Assessment Team.