Behavioral Modification Counseling 12 / 26 / 52 Week Programs Adult & Juvenile Program Offense Specific Programs Monitoring (Daily, Weekly, Monthly Propensity & Needs Testing Psychological Assessment Spanish Programs / Translator Farsi Programs / Translator Misdemeanor & Felony Programs

Progress Reports Probation Progress Reports Final Written Reports Ongoing Support Condition of Court Ruling First & Repeat Offenders Pre–Trial Diversion Plea Bargain Reduced Fines Evaluations

Pre-Court Sentencing Assessments Interviews w/ Incarcerated Clients Assessment for Incarcerated Clients Individual Counseling Sessions Convenient Appointment Scheduling Employment / Educational Assistance Relationship Assistance Children’s Court Referrals Payment Plans Available Bus, Rail, &  Parking

Assistance is also provided with decisions regarding potential employment opportunities,
educational needs and military enlistment.

Q. Do I need an attorney?
A. Being charged with a misdemeanor or felony offense is serious and should not be taken lightly.  Convictions and guilty pleas can have serious and long-term effects on your future.  Offenses can carry possible jail time, substantial fines, probation, treatment programs and many other consequences.  Hiring a private criminal defense attorney as soon as possible following your arrest assures that everything will be done to protect you and your rights.  A criminal attorney will consider all of your options, represent your best interest and during court preceding, you will not be alone.

Private attorneys, public defenders, district attorneys and municipal and superior court judges refer the vast majority of clients to our program.  Most offenders state having their own attorney makes them feel more comfortable in knowing someone is on their side, some one to ask questions and to express their thoughts.

Q. Am I a potential client?
A.

• If you have been arrested or detained for a crime, resulting in a misdemeanor or a felony charge.
• If you are about to go to court in the near future for a crime.
• If the court will give you the opportunity for alternative sentencing.
• If you have been sentenced to counseling.
• If you have a probation officer who wants you to go to counseling.
• If you have an attorney, who is representing you for your crime.

Q. I have been caught for theft, why do I need this theft program?
A. For many years, merchants have looked away from the crime and absorbed their losses to theft offenders.  It is no longer a small problem, but an epidemic and the store no longer looks the other way.  Stores lose billions of dollars to theft and much of it comes from employee theft.  Stealing does not mean you are a bad person or cannot be trusted.  Many individuals need support along with the right facts to balance their way of thinking.  Last but not least, when an offender appears in court and has pre-enrolled in counseling, shows the court they are remorseful for their actions and want help to prevent future occurrences.

Q. How long will it take to go through the basic program?
A. The standard program will take approximately twelve weeks.  Other programs offered take from twenty six to fifty two weeks in length.  It is very important that you call BMG immediately to assure adequate time to complete.    The program has to match the severity of the crime to assure the courts satisfaction.

Q. Will this help my case?
A. In the majority of cases, rehabilitation/educational programs help reduce fines, restitutions, community service and jail time.  Statistics show courts are becoming more cooperative to rehabilitation when the client is willing to take the necessary steps for self improvement.  Our reputation for excellent service in the field of Behavioral Modification will be an important tool for your attorney in your defense.

Q. What if I do not live in the Los Angeles area?
A. The way BMG is structured, you can do the reading and study portion of the program at home.  Following completion, return the manual in the self-addressed envelop for evaluation.  Once received, you will be notified for consultation/counseling arrangements if required by your referral.  We can accommodate counseling out of state via telephone, video conferencing via computer cam.  Be advised to first get approval from your probation officer, court official, and attorney or otherwise.

1. This program has been enormously helpful because it organizes not only information but defines the emotional/behavioral/psychological factors that lead to behavior.  Increased understanding leads to hope for change; and hope yields to determination.  I wish that more people had access to the information and it saddens me to think that this program is not available to people with fewer resources than my own.  I looked for groups and centers that would address this problem for a very long time, to no avail (AA, NA, GA, and DA) and received no useful references.  For this reason, I would hope that the information might be more effectively applied to all the levels of retailers, law enforcement agencies, judicial system, schools, churches, and self-help groups.  Those of us with a propensity for compulsive behaviors might benefit as soon as possible from a heightened understanding of the source and more importantly the tools that encourage and support the permanent modification of such behaviors.  I also think that once exposed to the information and resources, the offender should pursue avenues that included ongoing treatment and support.  The long-term programs imposed by court or retailer in exchange, or as a condition of probation/sentence.  (Thank you, JM/Adult Theft Offender)

2. I always felt angry, even with myself.  I took it out on myself and anyone who came into my path at home, the street, in my car or work.  I realize that with a few changes and time to work things out, I began to feel better, less stressed, most of all, I stopped the rage. The day I enrolled, I was enraged because of the money and time.  I hated the system.  I now know the system cared enough to help me.  I thank BMG for my life back.  I have a good job and things at home are much better.  My smile is back.  (WH/Adult Anger Management)

3. felt this Home Evaluation Learning Program was very helpful. It helps one understanding their self and understanding their mistakes in first time shoplifting.  I still ask myself how did this happened, I always thought I was a good person.  All I can say, it will never happen again.  Reading this program has helped me learn and understand myself.  (BO/Adult Theft Offender (Senior Citizen)

4. This is a good program; it is both helpful and educational.  I actually enjoyed this program. It was able to put information into ways that was not boring.  In addition, the information was valuable and I learned a lot about myself and the crime of shoplifting.  (SM/Juvenile Theft Offender)

5. I was referred to BMG for road rage.  When the judge recommended BMG, I thought it would be easy and have little to do.  Wrong, the manual took a while to do and then came counseling.  The manual was easy and explains a lot about behavior and how I can make better choices.  I learned a lot, counseling was the best.  I thought it was going to be like my last therapy.  My counselor at BMG never said I was wrong, but helped me understand why I didn’t want be like that anymore.  She helped me, my marriage, and how to be happy without anger.  (HW/Adult Anger Management)

BMG Inc. Referrals
Private Attorney	Judges and Court Administrators	Prosecuting Attorney
Probation Department	Retail Stores / Merchants	Law Enforcement Agency
District Attorney	Parole Department	Los Angeles Mental Health