Initiatives
Citizens Academy
The Citizens Academy is a free seven-week course taught by assistant prosecuting attorneys to demystify the criminal justice system and provide an inside look at the Wayne County Prosecutor's office.
Contact: (313) 224-5780
Copper and Scrap Metal Theft Initiative
The Wayne County Prosecutor has assigned a designated team to handle cases involving copper and scrap metal theft, which is a matter of Homeland Security. These thefts disrupt our ability to communicate and do business.
Contact: (313) 224-5760
Drug House Program "No Child Left Inside"
When minor children are found in drug houses during the execution of search warrants, the custodial parent can potentially face charges of contributing to the delinquency of a minor if drugs are confiscated from the home.
Felony Non-Support
This unit, dramatically expanded under Prosecutor Worthy' leadership has recovered over $56 million in overdue child support.
Contact: (313) 224-0465
Internship Volunteer Program
Internship opportunities are available to second and third year law student who would like to work for school credit or volunteer for the experience. We also have a limited number of work-study internships.
Contact: (313) 224-5780
Lead Poisoning
In 2005, a new bill became law making it a criminal offense for landlords to rent properties containing known lead hazards to families with children. By enforcing this law we protect our most precious citizens: our children.
Contact: (313) 224-7270
Mental Health Diversion
The "Behavioral Health/Expedited Plea" program, also commonly referred to as the "Mental Health Jail Diversion" program, seeks to identify and refer for treatment non-violent offenders who need help for mental illness, emotional disturbance or developmental disability.
Contact: (313) 224-2887
Nuisance Abatement Padlocking Of Blind Pigs/After-Hours Establishments
In an effort to improve the quality of neighborhoods in Wayne County, the Asset Forfeiture Unit prosecutes businesses and private landowners for participating in or operating illegal enterprises such as prostitution, drug sales, and illegal gambling.
Contact: (313) 224-5831
Pre-Trial Diversion Program
The goals of the Pre-Trial Diversion Program are to: ensure prompt disposition of low-level felony cases with minimal use of public resources; encourage early payment of restitution to crime victims, and distinguish between offenders who merit criminal sanctions and those who deserve a second chance.
Contact: (313) 224-5831
Right TRAC
Right TRAC is a diversion program designed to identify "at-risk" youth charged with minor offenses that are motivated to Take Responsibility and Accept the Consequences of their delinquent conduct.
Safe Schools Initiative
The Safe Schools Initiative is a collaboration between the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office and the Wayne County School District to ensure safe schools and academic excellence. This program was developed to reduce truancy, identify and prosecute non-compliant sex offenders, and prevent crimes that arise from bullying. There are currently 15 schools involved in the program.
Contact: (313) 224-8811
Teen Court
The Teen Court Diversion Program is for first-time teen offenders of minor crimes who are willing to admit responsibility for their actions at the outset. Teen Courts currently operate in the Romulus and Wayne school districts.
Contact: (313) 833-3106
Teenage Victims of Sexual Assault
Before Prosecutor Worthy took office, teenage victims (ages 13-15) of sexual assault were treated just like adult victims of sexual assault. This program specifically addresses sexual assault among teens to protect their rights and privacy.
Contact: (313) 833-3300
Vehicle Forfeiture Program Operating while Intoxicated
Vehicles used by an owner during the commission of a drunk driving offense are seized for forfeiture and nuisance abatement proceedings.
Contact: (313) 224-5831
Violent Video Game Parent Awareness
The Violent Video Game Parent Awareness Program has garnered national attention by educating consumers, particularly parents about the content of popular but violent video games.
Wall of Fame
The Wall of Fame is a Photo tribute of distinguished alumni of the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office proudly displayed in the lobby of the 10th floor of the Frank Murphy Hall of Justice.