The Service Tree lists all services in "branched" groups, starting with the very general and moving to the very specific. Click on the name of any group name to see the sub-groups available within it. Click on a service code to see its details and the providers who offer that service.
Criminal Justice/Legal Services Volunteer Opportunities
Related services
Crime Prevention Volunteer Opportunities
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are willing to work on a voluntary basis without remuneration on projects whose objective is to reduce crime and the fear of crime, either generally or among representatives of a specific population, e.g., older adults.
Crime Victim/Witness Support Volunteer Opportunities
City attorney's offices, crime victim/witness advocate programs and other similar organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide or assist in coordinating supportive services for victims of crimes which may include crisis counseling, medical treatment and services, shelter away from their homes, escort services, transportation, child care, financial assistance, protective services, information about the mechanics of court proceedings, assistance with forms to file for reimbursement of crime-related expenses or losses, and/or information and guidance concerning court appearances.
Guardians ad Litem Volunteer Opportunities
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing to work as court appointed special advocates on a voluntary basis without remuneration representing the interests of abused, neglected or abandoned children involved in family court proceedings.
Law Enforcement Volunteer Opportunities
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to provide support for law enforcement and/or judicial authorities. Volunteers in this position must be empowered by law to investigate or conduct an official inquiry into potential violations of the law; make arrests, when warranted; and/or or conduct criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings arising from an alleged violation of the law. Included are police officers, investigators, tribal authorities, community corrections agency personnel, probation officers, campus authorities and others with law enforcement credentials who wish to volunteer their services.
Offender/Ex-Offender Support Volunteer Opportunities
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing, on a voluntary basis without remuneration, to orient offenders to court procedures, ensure that their rights are met during court proceedings and help ex-offenders (also known as returning or returned citizens) make a successful transition to life in the community. Also included are programs that use volunteers to assist probation officers in client supervision by recording client contacts, and monitoring client employment, residence, and compliance with court orders.