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ALERT! In observance of the holiday: County of Berks offices and buildings will close to the public from 12 PM, December 24, 2024, through December 25, 2024 (reopening 8 AM, December 26, 2024) and 12 PM, December 31, 2024, through January 1, 2025 (reopening 8 AM, January 2, 2025).

Please note – 24/7 operations at the county courthouse and services center will remain operational.

Impact Of Crime Class

Impact Of Crime Class

image of person outside car with their hands on the windowJuveniles who commit crimes involving victims can be court-ordered to attend the Impact of Crime (IOC) class. This class is taught by facilitators trained in a statewide Impact of Crime curriculum.  Juveniles are instructed in the Balanced and Restorative Justice concept, victim empathy, how to write a proper apology letter, and the types of feelings and emotions their victims may experience. They are also taught how the crime they committed affects not only their victim, but the community and the juvenile's family as well.