Alternative Community Service
Alternative Community Service (ACS) is an option that enables court- referred and pre-trial clients to perform community service in lieu of a fine or jail term and to enhance their reputation with the Court. We actively work alongside probation officers, attorneys, and court officials to provide the best possible service to achieve a successful outcome for the client.
How it Works
Pre-Trial/Court Referred:
- Schedule an intake appointment with the ACS Coordinator by calling 703-246-3893
- Meet with the ACS Coordinator to discuss your location, availability, and your personal goal for community service.
- Pay administrative fee at the time of your appointment
- Complete your service hours
- Upon completion, notify the ACS Coordinator
- The ACS Coordinator will verify your hours and any additional details with the agency at hand, and will draft court documentation for the referring entity (i.e. a probation officer, attorney or court official)
Fees
- The Base fee for pre-trial participation in the Alternative Community Service Program is $100, whereas the fee for court referred participation is $80
- Fees are due at the time of the initial appointment
- Acceptable forms of payment are cash, credit, debit or money order. Personal checks are NOT accepted.
- Failure to pay the fee will result in termination of the case regardless of the client's completion of hours.
- A missed appointment fee is $10. A late appointment fee (more than 15 minutes) is $10.
To avoid late fees or missed appointment fees, please contact the ACS Coordinator 24 hours in advance of any schedule changes.
For more about ACS program, download a printable brochure.
