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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Findings 7 findings
F1
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Probation requirements, such as attendance and completion of anger management classes, are not tracked completely and consistently.
F2
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There is inadequate communication among agencies (DA’s office, probation, counselors, victim witness) after individuals have been convicted.
F3
Page 125
There is no sex offender treatment program in Lake County. Offenders are referred to Sonoma County for treatment.
F4
Page 125
There is no juvenile treatment center in Lake County. Offenders are referred to Tehama County for treatment.
F5
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A very limited number of domestic violence programs and counselors are available and active in Lake County.
F6
Page 125
There is no Victim Witness Service Coordinator to provide coordination between the offender and the victim and county agencies.
F7
Page 125
There are many interrelated issues affecting domestic violence within the indigenous community. RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations 6
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R1Page 125A comprehensive system needs to be developed and utilized that will track domestic violence offenses, the requirements of the defendants’ probation, the level of fulfillment of those requirements, and any success attributed to those programs. This tracking system needs to be accessible to all relevant agencies. (F-1)
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R2Page 125Systematic communication, including a quarterly meeting with department representatives, needs to be developed and utilized on an ongoing basis. Discussions will include individuals on probation, with an emphasis on how county agencies can work together to produce individual change and to reduce recidivism. (F-2) 2021-2022 Lake County Civil Grand Jury Final Report Page | 125
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R3Page 126Behavioral Health and Probation need to coordinate and develop a sex offender program that is available within the Lake County. (F- 3)
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R4Page 126More domestic violence programs need to be developed and additional counselors need to be available within Lake County. (F-5)
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R5Page 126A Victim Witness Coordinator needs to be funded, hired, and trained to work with offenders, victims, and allied agencies. (F-6)
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R6Page 126The Grand Jury recommends that the next Grand Jury (2022-2023) complete a thorough study of domestic violence and substance abuse in the indigenous community and the tribes’ interaction with relevant agencies in Lake County. (F-7) RESPONSES Pursuant to Penal Code section 933(c), the following responses are required: Board of Supervisors