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Key Assignment Outline
Introduction
1. Brief overview of the role of a probation officer
2. Importance of effective probation supervision
3. Significance of effective probation management
II. Challenges in Supervising Offenders with Mental Illness
4. Identification of mental health issues in probationers
5. Understanding the unique needs and risks associated with mental health.
IV. Individualized Case Management Plans
6. Importance of tailoring plans based on risk and needs assessments.
7. Integrating community service and restitution into case management.
IV. Case Management and Individualized Plans
8. Importance of individualized case plans for probationers with mental illnesses
9. Monitoring compliance with mental health treatment programs
VI. Addressing Violations and Repercussions
10. Clear communication of probation terms and expectations
11. Immediate responses to potential violations with a focus on early intervention
12. Collaboration with the legal system for fair and swift consequences
VII. Repercussions of Violating Probation
13. Penalties for minor violations.
14. Penalties for more serious violations
15. Possible probation withdrawal and return to incarceration.
X. Conclusion
16. Emphasizing the importance of proactive management and support in reducing probation violations
17. Highlighting the collaborative nature of effective probation supervision
Notes:
Emphasize the balance between support and accountability in probation management.
Address jurisdiction-specific policies and regulations.
Provide case examples to illustrate successful probation supervision outcomes.
Stress the rehabilitative aspect of probation while acknowledging the consequences of violations.
Skyla Witt
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STANDARD RULES OF PROBATION
Will not commit any other offenses.
You will inform your probation officer if you encounter law enforcement.
A fine will be imposed.
Remain in state.
No contact with a certain person or place.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SPECIFIC VIOLATIONS
Shawnee county and Wyandotte county.
How many hours of community service must you do?
Will not own a firearm.
Shall not travel so far.
Only use prescribed medication by a doctor.
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PROBATION
The percentage of the completion of probation in the department of justice.
The number of people in prison because of probation violation.
The reason why the number went up in the prison population.
CONSEQUENUENCES OF BREAKING PROBATION
What happens to a person who breaks probation.
What is the process that they will go through.
What is the consequence of breaking probation.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A PROBATIONER IS ARRESTED FOR A NEW CRIME
You will be arrested.
Judge will take into account factors to determine whether to set a probationer free on a probation violation bail.
Will consider the person’s original crime and the act that violated probation.
Will review the criminal background in the community and whether they are a drifter or a business owner.
Will also consider the probation officer and the district attorneys views on the matter.
Reference
Teemer-Washington, Natalie and Allison-Gallimore, Robert (January 27,2015). Probation Length and Conditions in Kansas. Kansas Legislative Research Department- Report
Probation Length and Conditions in Kansas (kslegresearch.org)
Probation, Parole an overlooked population of the criminal justice system ( Downard-Whitney May 10,2023)
Probation, parole an overlooked population of the criminal justice system – Indiana Capital Chronicle
Berman-J. Sara and J.D., UCLA School of law Probation Revocation 2024
Revoked Probation: What Happens If You’ve Violated a Condition of Your Release? | Nolo
Owens Bonding Co. What Happens if you violate probation (February 18,2022)
What happens if you violate probation? | Owens Bonding Co.