Beginning in February 2002, the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania implemented Community Court (CC), an innovative, problem-solving court that combines criminal justice and social service agencies under one roof for a comprehensive response to quality-of-life crimes. The court emphasizes community service sentences and behavioral health treatment programs, rather than jail time, for low-level offenses and helps to cut repeat offenses by addressing the defendants' underlying social or medical service needs. Community Court has jurisdiction over quality-of-life offenses, including theft from auto, retail theft, minor drug possession, vandalism and prostitution. Defendants receive expedited hearings, no later than the next business day after arrest. On-site social service staff provides professional screenings, which are provided to the Judge prior to sentencing. Community Court provides on-site classes in drug treatment readiness and anger management, as well as physical health screenings, continued medical care and referrals. When appropriate, offenders are placed in drug treatment, health care, education, job training and other programs, either mandated by the Court or entered voluntarily by the offender, to break the cycle of crime.