Alternative Incarceration Program (AIP)
In Oregon, the Alternative Incarceration Program (AIP) is an intensive program designed to address criminal risk factors for select adults in custody (AICs). The program was established by the 1993 Legislature through House Bill 2481, creating the Summit program. In 2003, House Bill 2647 authorized the Department of Corrections to establish residential AIPs with a focus on intensive alcohol and drug treatment.
Each AIC receives an AIP application during intake. To be considered for participation, the following requirements must be met:
- The AIC expresses interest by signing the application and selecting “Yes.”
- The judgment order specifically authorizes alternative incarceration eligibility.
- The AIC is not serving a mandatory minimum sentence or otherwise disqualified by statute.
- The AIC has achieved minimum custody status.
- The AIC does not have open detainers or warrants.
- The AIC has sufficient time remaining to complete the 270-day program.
Placement in an Alternative Incarceration Program is not guaranteed, even if an individual is eligible.