What is pretrial services? It is the time between a defendant’s arrest and their potential trial. Courts use this time to review information about the defendant and resolve any administrative requirements (e.g., plea bargaining, filed motions, scheduling, etc.) to help the potential trial run smoothly.
Meet Harley Dutoit, a dedicated Officer, and member of the JSO team. With a background in Criminal Justice and Fire Science and 30 years of experience in Emergency Services, Harley is a pro at managing cases for our clients.
Harley is also a proud Momma to five and a Nana to eight. She looks forward to retiring from JSO one day and enjoying a peaceful life deep in the woods.
Outside of work, Harley loves photography, fishing, camping, hiking, floating, and spending quality time with her family. She’s always on the hunt for that perfect spot in the woods to call home.
Ellen Lambert spent a decade as a case manager at the Missouri Division of Family Services. In her role, she expertly handles various administrative tasks, from sending vital court documents to managing new case setups and refunds. Outside of JSO, Ellen is mother to four wonderful boys. She enjoys hiking, traveling, gardening, and delving into the pages of a good book and looks forward to traveling once her kids are out of the house.
Megan Stracke served as an Administrative Sergeant in the Christian County Sheriff’s Office before accepting a position with Judicial Services of the Ozarks. Megan says her work at JSO helps her really reach people on a deeper level.
Judicial Services of the Ozarks has allowed Megan to continue growing her knowledge and personal development while being able to help others from around the area on a daily basis, she says.
“In our position, we see our clients at their worst most of the time. They are fresh out of jail with court requirements that they will need help navigating through. This allows me to utilize the skills I have to help our clients enter back into a healthy and stable environment while maintaining sobriety and gaining the help that they may need.”
When she is not working, Megan enjoys spending time outdoors and with her family.
