New York City Court Ordered Community Service Overview

New York City Court Ordered Community Service Overview

New York City Court Ordered Community Service


In New York City, court-ordered community service can be completed through various programs and organizations, including non-profits, government agencies, and faith-based organizations. New York City Volunteer Center and Community Service office (VCCS) can assist individuals by coordinating placements and tracking completed hours with several of these non-profit organizations.

New York City Volunteer Center can also assist Community Supervision & Corrections by providing online tracking tools with real-time progress updates for all clients. Individuals Who must complete a specific number of hours, typically verified by the organization can also find opportunities through New York City Volunteer Center for completing court-mandated hours.
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New York City Volunteer Center and Community Service Office

New York City Volunteer Center and Community Service Office


The New York City Volunteer Center Office provides assistance by coordinating placements and tracking hours for those ordered to complete community service by the courts. In general, any non-profit or government agency can be an acceptable site for completing community service and New York City Volunteer Center can assist coordinating placements and tracking hours for those ordered to complete community service by the courts.

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Important Considerations:
Court Order: Individuals must have a court order mandating community service.
Referral Documents: You may need referral documents from your assigning agency when scheduling an orientation.
Age Restrictions: Some organizations may have age requirements for volunteers.
Time Commitment: The number of hours required will be determined by the court.
Background Checks: Some organizations may require background checks.
Verification: The court may verify the completion of community service hours through various means.

New York City Community Supervision & Corrections Department (CSCD)

New York City Community Supervision & Corrections Department (CSCD)


The New York City Community Supervision & Corrections Department (CSCD) manages the Community Service Restitution Program (CSRP) by tracking hours for those ordered to complete community service by the courts. New York City Volunteer Center can also assist CSCD by coordinating placements and tracking hours for those ordered to complete community service. The CSCD and courts may verify the completion of community service hours through various means, including progress reports generated by New York City Volunteer Center.

New York City Court Ordered Community Service Overview

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New York City Community Service program includes:

*Available 7 days per week. * Make your own schedule. * Nights and weekends available in many locations.
*Court Approved (501c3 Non Profit organization to approve your hours)
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