Notification of Intent

Effective April 14, 2026 (a) A pretrial services entity shall notify the Indiana Office of Court Services in writing during the planning stages of its intent to seek certification of pretrial services. (b) The Indiana Office of Court Services may make recommendations to the pretrial services entity to undertake activities during the planning stages in order to prepare for certification. These recommendations may include participation in pretrial services training programs, reviewing pretrial services research and best practice documents, conducting site visits to certified pretrial services entities, or other appropriate activities. (c) A letter of intent to seek pretrial certification expires 18 months from the date of receipt by the Indiana Office of Court Services. Version History Effective Obsolete Amended current - - 12-08-2022 04-14-2026 04-14-2026