Program Information Pretrial Services performs two major functions within the Federal Court system: Investigation and supervision of federal defendants.
During the investigation process, Pretrial Services provides the court with a written reporting on the defendant's community ties, employment, finances, health, and criminal arrest and conviction record.
If the defendant is released on bond, Pretrial Services supervises the defendant in the community. Regular contact is made with the defendant either by phone, in person, or via electronic monitoring.