PRESS: BOSS Partnership Highlighted As Alameda County Pretrial Program Shows Promising Early Results

July 2026

New data released by the Alameda County Superior Court shows that the Pretrial Expansion Program, a partnership between the Alameda County Superior Court, Alameda County Probation Department, and Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), is helping reduce repeat arrests while connecting participants to critical services.

According to court data, the rearrest rate among moderate-risk participants has decreased from 43% to 18% since the program launched in February 2026.

Through BOSS' case management and supportive services, participants have been connected to housing, substance use treatment, transportation assistance, public benefits, and other resources designed to improve stability while individuals await trial.

The program reflects a collaborative approach to public safety—one that recognizes housing, behavioral health, employment, and consistent case management as essential components of long-term community safety.

Current funding for the Pretrial Expansion Program is scheduled to expire in December 2026 as county leaders consider future investments.

PROGRAM IMPACT

• 503 participants served

• 186 participants connected to housing

• 191 participants engaged in substance use treatment

• 204 participants connected to public benefits and transportation assistance

• Rearrest rate reduced from 43% to 18%

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SOURCE

The Oaklandside: Expanded Pretrial Services Helped More People Stay Out of Jail in Alameda County, Court Data Shows

By Roselyn Romero | July 13, 2026

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