CJ EXAM 3

probation

the most commonly used sanction in the US; sanction in lieu of imprisonment

main goal: provide structure for the accused in an effort to prevent future criminal activity

probation gives offenders the opportunity to:

• Continue to work or remain in school

• Maintain family and social ties

• Use treatment programs available in the community

conditions of supervision

the standard conditions of supervision or probation the Court must impose

special conditions

additional requirements for probation; failure to complete them will likely result in a probation violation

Judges may add special conditions when the crime committed is a serious misdemeanor or felony

Special conditions of probation may

include:

Community service hours

Substance abuse counseling

Classes (anger management, anti-theft,

life skills)

Payment of restitution

Failure to complete special conditions of

probation will result in_____

technical violations