Bellevue Probation currently offers eight programs
- Alive @ 25
- Bellevue Work Crew
- DDC-10
- Domestic Violence Moral Reconation Therapy (DV MRT)
- Electronic Home Detention (EHD)
- Gateway Program
- License Support Program
- Washington Connection Community Partner
Each program is operated or facilitated by one of our highly trained Program Coordinators. Click through the below tabs to learn more about each of the programs we currently offer. Registration for Alive @ 25, DV MRT and DDC-10 can be completed through register.bellevuewa.gov. You may also call us directly at 425-452-6956 to assist you with the process.
Please let us know if you are unable to afford the cost of your program. Bellevue Probation offers sliding scale pricing for our EHD programs, and clients may participate in the Bellevue Work Crew program to offset the costs associated with our other programs.
Accessibility
We strive to provide accessible programming to all our clients.
For alternate formats, interpreters, or reasonable accommodation requests please phone at least 48 hours in advance 425-452-6956 (voice) or email bnonaka@bellevuewa.gov. For complaints regarding accommodations, contact City of Bellevue ADA/Title VI Administrator at 425-452-6168 (voice) or email ADATitleVI@bellevuewa.gov. If you are deaf or hard of hearing dial 711. All meetings are wheelchair accessible.
Alive @ 25, (search in Activities for Alive @ 25) is a four (4) hour driver awareness program that addresses the number one cause of death for drivers ages 15 to 24- motor vehicle crashes- and is a national program that has been adopted by many states and courts. Alive @ 25 encourages young drivers to take responsibility for their driving behavior. Alive @ 25 is a highly-effective interactive course ideal for young drivers who incur traffic (and other driving related) violations. This is a classroom-based course utilizing media segments, workbook exercises, class discussions and role playing; young drivers develop convictions and strategies that will keep them safe on the road. The fee for this course is non-refundable. Light snacks and beverages are allowed in class.
For more information, contact Rob O'Neal at RONeal@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-7879.
- Fee: $75
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
Bellevue Work Crew is a program developed as an alternative means to fulfill Court-related obligations for eligible participants. Completed hours may be applied towards Probation related fees and program costs. If authorized by the Court and/or Prosecutor, completed hours may be applied towards community service requirements, mandatory conditions of a case or in lieu of jail sentences or sanctions.
The Bellevue Work Crew program is intended to help provide participants with an opportunity to develop strong work habits, learn new skills, make amends and be a part of a team that provides meaningful services to the local community.
Qualified participants perform various outdoor tasks such as lopping overgrown bushes and shrubs, pruning, cleaning structures, removing debris, washing vehicles, and transporting bark in wheelbarrows to improve walking trails. Jobsites are generally at parks, fields, and farms in the city of Bellevue.
New referrals may be accepted by the King County District Court – Bellevue Division, Redmond Community Court, and internally by Probation Officers.
For more information, contact: Janet Dole at jdole@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-7193.
- Fee: $0
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, #200, Bellevue, WA 98004
Defensive Driving Course (DDC10) (search in Activities for Defensive Driving Course) - Have you been court ordered or recommended to take the National Safety Council Defensive Driving 4-Hour Course offered by the City of Bellevue? DDC10 provides key understanding, skills and techniques to avoid collisions, reduce traffic violations and change driver behaviors and attitudes.
For more information, contact Janet Dole at jdole@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-7193
- Fee: $75
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
The Domestic Violence Moral Reconation Therapy (DV MRT) (search in Activities for DV MRT) program is designed by Correctional Counseling, Inc. MRT has been shown to reduce recidivism and future criminal justice involvement. DV MRT is divided into 24 modules with each module completed in a group session. The entire program is approximately 6 months in length. Clients’ complete homework for each module prior to coming to a session. domestic violence MRT groups are open-ended, meaning that new clients can enter an ongoing group at any time there is space available. Each group session will usually have new clients as well as some finishing the program.
Please contact Rob O’Neal at roneal@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-7879, to determine course availability. To register for a class that is facilitated in Spanish, please contact Maritza Cruz at mcruzp@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-4461.
- Fee: $120
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
- Prior to beginning class, you will need to report to the Probation office to sign a form outlining the rules/expectations of the program, and receive your Bringing Peace to Relationships course guide (included with your $120 payment) which we will be utilizing for your 6 month program.
- Please come prepared to provide your case number and contact information (email address) of all persons (e.g. attorney, court, etc.) whom you would like to receive monthly progress reports on your class status.
Electronic Home Detention (EHD) is an alternative to jail and participants must be referred by the Court. EHD offers participants the opportunity to maintain employment, housing and community connections that are often disrupted when they are otherwise detained. Our EHD program serves multiple functions to include pre-trial alcohol monitoring via transdermal alcohol detection and breath testing in addition to traditional home detention services with or without GPS. While participating in the program, participants are subject to random urinalysis and breath testing.
For more information, contact Maritza Cruz at mcruzp@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-4461
- Fees: Daily fees apply for participation in the program.
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
The Gateway program is intended to provide guidance and assistance to Bellevue Probation clients during their court-ordered/EHD terms. Through Gateway, we support our clients with pro-social skill development, access to treatment and other community-based programming which may include education and employment resources. The Gateway Program is staffed by our Program Coordinators and volunteers.
For more information, please contact the probation department at 425-452-6956 to speak with a Program Coordinator.
- Fee: $0
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
The City of Bellevue understands that dealing with overdue traffic fines and holds on your driver’s license can be a daunting experience.
For that reason, the License Support Program (“LSP”), operated by Bellevue Probation Services, will walk with you through the process.
This program can assist you with child support holds, insurance holds, DOL issues and issues from other states which might be impacting your ability to receive a valid Washington State Driver’s License. See flyer for more details.
For more information, please contact the probation division at 425-452-6956 to speak with a Program Coordinator.
- Fee: $0
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
The City of Bellevue has partnered with the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services as a community partner with the Washington Connection Program. Washington Connection offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as Food, Child Care, Long-Term Care and Medicare Savings Program. Staff can help you determine eligibility and assist you with navigating the program application.
For more information, please contact the probation division at 425-452-6956 to speak with a Program Coordinator.
- Fee: $0
- Location: Bellevue Court House, 1309 114th Ave. SE, # 200, Bellevue, WA 98004