PROBATION SERVICES

Probation is the supervised release of adjudicated adult individuals in the community as a result of a suspended sentence, or a deferred judgment and sentence. Probation provides a major alternative to institutionalization, whereby convicted misdemeanants and felons remain in the community under supervision. Probation supervision includes risk and needs assessments, case planning and referral to community agencies. Offender behavior is monitored through urinalysis testing, breath analysis, and electronic monitoring/GPS, surveillance and collateral contacts. Officers maintain regular contact with the offender and his or her significant others.