Community Work Program

If convicted of a non-violent crime for which you would normally receive jail time, the Community Work program is an alternative sentence. Because this is an alternative sentencing program, should participants fail to complete the program as directed by the court, an arrest warrant will be issued, and eventually you will again appear before your sentencing judge with the potential of a sentence change of jail time.

The following rules apply when you are sentenced under this program:

	You must contact the Community Work Program office within 72 hours of sentencing at (517) 546-2445 ext. 7944. You must call Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to schedule your work days.
	You will be required to pay a Community Work Program fee. This fee is based on the number of days you are to serve per your Court Order. NO PERSONAL CHECKS ACCEPTED
	The normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You will not be permitted to leave early. The Community Work Office is located at 150 S Highlander Way, Howell, MI. 48843
	You are not allowed to cancel scheduled workdays. Only a Doctor's written excuse will be honored for missing work.
	It is your responsibility to wear proper work attire and dress for adverse weather. An example: No halter tops, no shorts or cutoffs, etc... Hard sole shoes are recommended.
	Bring your lunch! You will not be permitted to leave the worksite.
	You are to arrange you own proper legal transportation.
	Failure to report as scheduled will result in a violation.
	If you are in violation of any of these terms, your file will be reviewed by the court and consequently, you could serve any remaining un-worked days in the Livingston County Jail.