S.T.O.P

PLEASE NOTE:

Due to the restrictions imposed in Virginia which demand there be no gatherings of more than 10 people, classes will be canceled through April 13, 2020. If you have any questions or want to be notified of the next class date, please send communication via email: stopclass15@gmail.com (NO calls, please).

The Shoplifting Theft Offender Program is an educational awareness and prevention program for persons charged with Theft Offenses.

• Clients may be referred directly by a Judge, a Pretrial Officer, a Probation Officer or by an Attorney.
• The Offender Education Program may be used as a part of a Pretrial Diversion Program or Post-Trial as a condition of sentencing.
• A cognitive approach is used with emphasis on understanding the consequences of behavior.
• Each participant receives a workbook. Interaction among class members plays a vital role in developing awareness and responsibility for criminal behavior.
• Each class meets for one 3-hour session
• Class fee is paid by the client at the time of the class. Cash or Money Order ONLY.
• There is NO cost to the Court to operate this program.
• The referral source is provided with a certificate of completion for each person who attends the class.
• All administrative work is handled by S.T.O.P.