Probation Officers: The Specialized Subjects

Probation Officers: The Specialized Subjects <Tab/>"Many people who are convicted of crimes are placed on probation instead of being sent to prison. During probation, offenders must stay out of trouble and meet various other requirements. Probation officers, who also may be referred to as community supervision officers in some States, supervise people who have been placed on probation" (U.S Dept. of Labor 1). Probation officers assist people in making the …

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