Excellence in Justice: Melissa Ruiz and U.S. Pretrial Services Honored as Most Outstanding Internship Partner

U.S. Pretrial Services for the Southern District of California plays a vital role in the federal criminal justice system. Guided by the Pretrial Services Act of 1982 and the Bail Reform Act of 1984, the agency is responsible for collecting, verifying, and reporting critical information to judicial officers regarding individuals charged with federal felony or Class A misdemeanor offenses. Pretrial Services provides recommendations on release conditions and supervises defendants who are released into the agency’s custody. Dedicated to both public safety and the protection of individual rights, U.S. Pretrial Services strives to deliver exceptional service to the court, ensuring a fair and balanced approach in every case.