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What is the advantages for a probation officer?

What advantages does one get from becoming a probation officer?


what is probation officer training for?

Probation Officer Training - CollegeSurfing.com www.collegesurfing.com/content/training-probation-officer/ Juvenile Probation Officer Training. Read the steps to become, degree requirements, and job description.


Can you dispute probation officer's allegations about not following probation rules?

Yes you can. If you are surrendered by your probation officer for violations you have the right to a probation surrender hearing were you have the right to deny the allegations put forward by the probation office/officer and provide evidence on your behalf. The burden of proof is on the probation officer.


If a probation officer has a probationer falsely detained and jailed are there consequences for the probation officer?

i would like to know if a probabtion officer has a probationer falsely detained and jaile dare there consequences for the probation officer? and if not how can we report information on a probation officer legally?


Where can one go to learn how to become a probation officer?

The Probation Officer Info website offers information on how one can become a probation officer. Wikihow has a six step guide on achieving a job as a probation officer.


Do you get a probation officer assigned before or after court?

After. A person is not on probation until they are sentenced to probation by the Court. Why would they get a probation officer until they are sentenced?


Do you know who i can talk to about probation?

Your probation officer.


Do you have to pay the probation officer if you are on Supervised Probation?

You do not have to pay any probation officer directly. You do most likely have to pay probation supervision fees, however. These payments are NOT made to your probation officer but usually to the clerk's office of your sentencing court.


Can a probation officer lift a hold on you if you are in jail with new charges but not yet convicted?

If it is the probation officer's warrant then yes, but they probably will not. If it is the judge's warrant the probation officer cannot.


Dissecting sets and purpose?

Who sets bond and what is its purpose? The probation officer makes the bond recommendation but the judge decides the amount before releasing the accused from jail.


What math do you need to become a probation officer?

what level of math skills does a probation officer require


If you went to jail and you were on probation could your probation officer give you a warning?

Yes, your Probation Officer can certainly warn you if you have violated the conditions of your probation. He can also return you to jail.