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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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R1Page 103The pre-release packet for each inmate scheduled to be released to the County is sent from the CDCR to the Probation Pre Release Center. The Post Released Supervised Person (PSP) packet provides pertinent information, such as release date, criminal history, social history, medical and mental health issues, and legal status. The staff then evaluates the data and develops an individualized case plan. The information is used to determine risk levels, supervision conditions, monitoring requirements, and the verification of address to determine local office designation. Conditions of release, supervision, instruction, and reporting responsibilities are returned to the respective PSP for signature.
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R2Page 103An individualized treatment case plan is finalized during the Screening, Intake and Assessment process. The PSP’s past criminal record is reviewed. The entire record is reviewed to determine the assignment of a risk level. (Tier O – very high; Tier I – high; Tier II – medium; Tier III – Low). The following Risk Level Chart shows the monthly standards for supervision. CHALLENGES OF REALIGNMENT 87 2013-2014 LOS ANGELES COUNTY CIVIL GRAND JURY FINAL REPORT
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R3Page 104The PSP is mandated to report to one of the four Probation HUBs within two business days of release. The HUB is a collaborative group of agencies, consisting of the Department of Mental Health (DMH), Department of Public Health Services (DPH), and Department of Public Social Services (DPSS). An orientation is conducted with the PSP. During this orientation, referrals are made to Community Based Organizations for mental and physical health services, substance abuse, and the assignment of a Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) is completed. In addition, any other emergent needs (housing and transportation) are identified and addressed. If the PSP requires mental health treatment as a condition of their release, a referral to DMH is completed. The PSP must be registered within five working days to participate in mental health treatment. CHALLENGES OF REALIGNMENT 88 2013-2014 LOS ANGELES COUNTY CIVIL GRAND JURY FINAL REPORT
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R4Page 1081 The Probation Department must continue to obtain funds and fill staff positions based on the mandated program needs. Post-Release Community Supervision Procedures The LACPD in coordination with the County’s Public Safety Realignment Team developed case intake to case termination procedures. As previously stated, AB 109 legislation modified parole statutes and created a Post-release Community Supervision Program under the auspices of the County. LACPD responsibilities and procedures include the following: 1. The pre-release packet for each inmate scheduled to be released to the County is sent from the CDCR to the Probation Pre Release Center. The Post Released Supervised Person (PSP) packet provides pertinent information, such as release date, criminal history, social history, medical and mental health issues, and legal status. The staff then evaluates the data and develops an individualized case plan. The information is used to determine risk levels, supervision conditions, monitoring requirements, and the verification of address to determine local office designation. Conditions of release, supervision, instruction, and reporting responsibilities are returned to the respective PSP for signature. 2. An individualized treatment case plan is finalized during the Screening, Intake and Assessment process. The PSP’s past criminal record is reviewed. The entire record is reviewed to determine the assignment of a risk level. (Tier O – very high; Tier I – high; Tier II – medium; Tier III – Low). The following Risk Level Chart shows the monthly standards for supervision. CHALLENGES OF REALIGNMENT 87 2013-2014 LOS ANGELES COUNTY CIVIL GRAND JURY FINAL REPORT
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R5Page 105Medication and medical supplies
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R6Page 105Enrollment fees (e.g. Community College/GED Classes/Vocational Schools)
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R7Page 105Identification fees (e.g. CA driver’s license/ID card, birth records/certificates, social security cards) CHALLENGES OF REALIGNMENT 89 2013-2014 LOS ANGELES COUNTY CIVIL GRAND JURY FINAL REPORT If the PSP fails to report, the DPO conducts due diligence and submits a petition for a warrant. The petition is submitted to the courts within five working days. The LACPD assists the PSP in becoming accountable, working towards rehabilitation by case management, supervision, and monitoring. The DPO is responsible for making routine home calls and compliance checks at the reported residence of the PSP. The number of home calls depends on the risk, need level cooperation and adjustment of the PSP in the community. The routine home calls are generally made by two DPOs. The Compliance Checks include additional DPOs and law enforcement that have search, seizure, and arrest authority. The purpose of the home calls are to ensure that the PSP is residing at the reported address. The PSP must be in compliance with conditions of their case plan, participating and receiving their collaborative services. The LACPD has developed a list of violations which is a guideline to ensure that consistent application of sanctions is followed. There must be a balance between rehabilitative casework and the appropriate level of sanction and rewards for compliance and noncompliance. DPOs must address all violations appropriately and comply with supervision conditions. If warranted, the DPOs make referrals to the Court for Revocation proceedings. Sanctions and Revocation can be imposed for failure to comply with any of the following:
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R8Page 106Weapons violation: PSP in presence of weapon
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R9Page 106General Conditions of supervision a. reporting b. residence c. identification d. misdemeanor arrests e. felony arrests f. registration conditions The application of sanctions including verbal, intermediate sanctions and revocation are progressive. All verbal and/or written admonishments are documented. The PSP must be discharged from Probation at 12 months if no custodial violations, sanctions or infractions have occurred. If the PSPs violate the condition of their release, the LACPD may initiate the revocation processes through the court.