The New Jersey Diversion Community Service Program (NJ DSP) is a court-mandated program that provides an alternative to traditional sentencing for minor offenses. The program allows individuals to complete community service hours in lieu of fines, court costs, or jail time. The program is administered by the New Jersey State Parole Board and can be ordered by the judge as part of a plea agreement or as a condition of probation. NJ DSP is available for adults and juveniles who have been arrested or charged with low-level offenses, such as disorderly conduct, shoplifting, and possession of small amounts of marijuana. There are three types of New Jersey Diversion Community Service Program: General Community Service, Work Program Community Service, and Restorative Justice Community Service. General Community Service involves performing tasks such as cleaning or landscaping in order to benefit the community. Work Program Community Service involves job training and paid employment opportunities. Restorative Justice Community Service involves meetings and conversations between the offender and victims or community members to help reconcile the harm done by the offense.