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The impacts of the juvenile diversion programs

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This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio.

We speak with the Pennington County state's attorney's office on a bill that's on its way to the governor's desk. Senate Bill 47 could increase the use of juvenile diversion programs.

Kim Moresching, director of the Pennington County juvenile diversion program, discusses who's eligible for the program and the services available to them.

Plus, she responds to people who may be skeptical about the successes of these programs.

Jackie Hendry is a special correspondent with SDPB based in Sioux Falls. Her coverage interests include the many ways public policy impacts child welfare, elder care, health and education.
Ari Jungemann served as a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ellen Koester served as a producer of "In the Moment," SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.