These data show a decrease overtime in the number of first-time entrants into the corrections system. Data represent any entrance type and location type.  Vermont has implemented many initiatives to intervene with individuals at earlier points along the criminal justice sequential intercept.  Some of these strategies include interventions Pre-Charge (e.g., referral to Community Justice Center); Post Arrest (e.g., Court Diversion) or Pre-Trial (e.g., Rapid Referrals to other services).  The success of these efforts contributes to the reduction of new entries into the DOC system.