Adult clients may be ordered by the Court to complete Sentencing to Service, also called STS, which provides supervised work crews under the direction of crew leaders to area non-profit agencies and governmental entities. 

Sentencing to Service is sometimes used in lieu of jail time, and allows clients ways to positively connect with their communities. 

There are two types of Sentencing to Service crews:

• Community Sentencing to Service: A supervised work crew, community work service program, involving physical labor. Clients attend an orientation meeting and report to the Sentencing to Service pick up site.
• In-Custody Sentencing to Service:  Clients complete this program while serving jail time. They may be eligible to have jail sentences shortened. Clients must complete an In-Custody Sentencing to Service Application. 

For more information, call 651-438-8258 and then press 3, or email ccsts@co.dakota.mn.us.