pretrial intervention

Pretrial intervention (PTI) is a program that offers first-time offenders a chance to avoid formal criminal prosecution. Instead of going to trial, they participate in a supervised process that may include counseling, community service, or education. Successful completion often results in the charges being dismissed, helping individuals avoid a criminal record. PTI aims to promote rehabilitation and reduce the burden on the judicial system, while giving offenders an opportunity to address the behavior that led to the charge without the long-term consequences of a conviction.