Seventh District Department of Corrections 605 North Main Street, Davenport, IA 52803

Seventh District Department of Corrections

Welcome to the Seventh District Department of Corrections, a dedicated local government office located at 605 North Main Street, Davenport, Iowa. As a pivotal establishment in community safety and offender rehabilitation, we are committed to fostering a safer environment through comprehensive correctional programs and services.

High Risk Unit (HRU): Our specialized High Risk Unit is composed of Certified Law Enforcement Officers who are equipped to carry weapons. This unit plays a crucial role in maintaining public safety and executing a range of essential functions within the district.

Drug Court: Designed to address drug-related offenses, our Drug Court program offers an intensive, 18-month, four-phase program that focuses on rehabilitation and recovery. Through weekly court interactions, drug testing, and treatment services, we aim to divert non-violent offenders from the traditional criminal justice system.

Electronic Monitoring and GPS Technology: Utilizing state-of-the-art electronic surveillance, including GPS technology, we monitor high-risk offenders around the clock, enhancing community safety and offender accountability.

Interstate Compact and Batterers Education: We oversee the supervision of offenders transferred across state lines and provide mandated education programs for individuals convicted of domestic abuse, promoting non-abusive behavior through structured group sessions.

Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT): Our cognitive-behavioral program encourages offenders to develop a positive identity and higher moral reasoning, ultimately leading to more appropriate behavior.

Offender Employment Specialists (OES): Our specialists assist offenders in securing and maintaining employment, fostering partnerships with local employers and offering guidance on job applications and resumes.

OWI Program: For offenders convicted of multiple OWI charges, we provide treatment and supervision in community corrections facilities, supporting their rehabilitation while serving their sentences.

Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP): Aimed at reducing sexual abuse victimization, our comprehensive program includes intensive supervision, professional counseling, and perpetrator treatment groups, all focused on preventing re-offending.

Tech2Connect (T2C): In collaboration with Iowa prisons, our T2C initiative facilitates reentry services for incarcerated individuals, providing early engagement and planning through virtual meetings and comprehensive treatment assessments.

At the Seventh District Department of Corrections, we are dedicated to serving both the community and offenders through innovative and effective correctional strategies, ensuring a safer and more rehabilitative environment for all.