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Dentention Centers

Program Overview
A 20 week residential program emphasizing military drill, military discipline, strict hygiene and limited privileges. Detainees perform physical labor in organized public works projects/community service projects and at some prison complexes. Detainees participate in random urinalysis, medical and psychological counseling, Breaking Barriers, transitional services, substance abuse treatment, Life Skills, GED/ABE classes and are evaluated for therapeutic treatment groups. Mandatory 1 year of probation supervision upon release following initial intensive supervision.
Photo of detainees leaving Detention Center.
Southampton detainees leave
to do community service at work site

Eligibility
Nonviolent offense as defined in §19.2-316.1 COV with no age restriction other than tried/convicted as an adult; physically and mentally able to work.

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