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Provides services and programming for individuals involved in the justice system. Offers pretrial services, pretrial supervision, and bail assistance. County-approved 5% bail Program. NOTE: Family or friends posting bail must earn at least as much per year as the full amount of the bail.

Physical Address

19 North 6th Street, 4th Floor, Reading, PA 19601

Hours

Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 5:00pm Bail assistance is available 24/7

Application process

Contact BCPS office to determine eligibility

Fee

5% of bail - non-refundable; Family or friend posting bail will be charged 5% of the full bail amount

Eligibility

Criminal charges in Berks County

Languages

Spanish

Service area

Berks, PA

Agency info

Connections Work

Provides services and programming for individuals involved in the justice system as well as services for their families. - Pretrial Services, pretrial supervision, and bail assistance - Reentry Resource Center - providing referrals and information for community resources - Reentry programs and services for any individual with a criminal record, including assistance securing basic needs, transportation, and IDs. - Reentry employment assistance including employment preparedness, resume writing, financial literacy, education/skill assessments, computer lab access, and employment placement. - Registered pre-apprenticeship program that provides career and technical education, hands-on learning, and an employment-focused curriculum with job readiness skills. - Workforce development program for individuals with a criminal record and mental health diagnosis and currently receiving case management services at SAM, Inc. - Pardon Project of Berks County provides assistance to individuals looking to clear the