Detention Services

Jail Alternatives (AWP and Home Detention)

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The Sheriff’s Jail Alternatives Unit offers a Home Detention Program (HD), and an Alternative Work Program (AWP). HD allows an inmate to serve their sentence in their Stanislaus County home and continue to work at their regular job. AWP allows an inmate to perform eight to ten hours of general labor for every one day of jail time.

Address
194 E. Hackett Road
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 491- 8771

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Participation Eligibility Criteria

The evaluation of the applicant is a continuation of the classification process. Jail Alternatives staff will ensure that placement will be in the best interest of public safety. Individuals applying for either program will be considered on a case by case basis. The evaluation will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the severity of the current charge, circumstances surrounding the case and victim impact, criminal history, prior participation in the program, and in-custody behavior.

Approval or denial is at the sole discretion of the Sheriff’s Department. These programs are a privilege, not a right.

APPLICATIONS

Home Detention Application (Updated 2024)

Alternative Work Program Application (Updated 2024)

All forms must be delivered in person with the supporting documentation. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.