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Probation Department recommending the Board review, receive and file the annual review of the developed rules, regulations, and administrative policy of the Electronic Monitoring Program (EMP) as defined by Sections 1203.016 and 1203.017 of the Penal Code.
FUNDING: This item is advisory only.
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Fiscal Impact/Change to Net County Cost:
No fiscal impact or change to net county cost.
Background:
Sections 1203.016 and 1203.017 Penal Code (PC) state it is the intent of the legislature that the home detention program (EMP) shall maintain the highest public confidence, credibility, and public safety. The Probation Department, on behalf of the Board of Supervisors, and in partnership with the Superior Court and Sheriff's Department, meets this intent by providing professional EMP services pursuant to the attached mission and goals.
Reason for Recommendation:
The above cited Penal Code requires that the rules and regulations and administrative policy of the Adult Electronic Monitoring Program shall be written and reviewed on an annual basis by the County Board of Supervisors and the Chief Probation Officer, as the Correctional Administrator for the program.
Action to be taken following Board approval:
No formal action required for annual review of Adult Electronic Monitoring Rules and Regulations.
Contact: Gregory S. Sly, Chief Probation Officer, 530-621-5958.