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PHASE 4 INDIVIDUAL PROJECT
Shawna Mason
Phase 4 Individual Project
Part 1-Text
CJUS352-1503A-01: Community Policing
Instructor Jeffrey Santelli
Colorado Technical University Online
August 7, 2015
ABSTRACT
“Pasco is located in Franklin County on the Southern-Eastern
side of Washington State. Pasco is part of the “Tri-Cities”
region; which also includes the largest nearby city of
Kennewick and includes the smaller town of Richland, WA.
This is a mid-sized metropolitan area located at the confluence
of the Yakima, Snake, and Columbia Rivers. It is a popular
tourist attraction for various reasons; to include wine tasting as

well as countless aquatic and outdoor activities. The town has
minor league teams of ice hockey, baseball, and arena football.
Pasco is one of the areas offering increased hydroelectric
power, wind power generation, and solar studies towards
innovative energy saving technology (Mason, 2015).” “In Pasco,
“72% are Hispanic; 10% are African American; 8% are
Caucasian; 6% are Asian; 2% are either Native Hawaiian or
Pacific Islander; and 2% are American Indian or Alaskan
Native, of some other race, or of two or more races. Of the
people living in this area, 20% of the population is over the age
of 65. 60% are of working age (18–64). 20% are under 18, and
7% of that population are under 5 years old (Santelli, 2015).”
Pasco Police Department is trying their best to adapt to the
continued population growth within its community. Crime has
increased significantly over the last 10 years and its current
policing model is showing need of updating and/or reform.
Members of the community are expressing their concerns about
the increased solicitation and prostitution activity in the area
for it is hurting local businesses as well. During a recent town
hall meeting, citizens of the community are asking the Pasco
Police Department to find a more effective method of policing
to control this escalating issue. The following Community
Policing Proposal was created and is available for your review.
Current statistics shows that Pasco (Franklin County) has the
largest geographic distribution of population change in
Washington State with an annual growth of 2.1%; followed by
King County with annual growth of 1.8%. The population
change from April 1, 2000 to April 1, 2010 shows a dramatic
increased population change of 58.39%, making it the leading
county of population growth in a decade’s time. The population
change from year 2010 to 2014 increased by 10.79%, making it
the leading county in Washington in population growth. (OFM,
2014)
Under the current Pasco Police Department structure and the
influx of new residents, crime has significantly increased across
the criminal platform. Residents plead their concerns at local

town hall meetings to local officials, including Pasco’s
Treasurer and the Chief of Police, demanding these issues be
addressed. The greatest issue that is of concern is the rising
presence of prostitution. Prostitution was not predominantly
present and it was limited to a few isolated events prior to 2010.
With the continued growth in population; more serious crimes
and offenses took precedence over the few prostitution cases
because the Pasco Police Department was understaffed.
Prostitution appeared to be ignored because of the lack of police
influence and has spiraled out of control. There are more
streetwalkers dressed provocatively within town, near business,
near schools, and residential areas. There is increased
soliciting no matter the time of day. There is high volume
traffic in and out of local hotels on an hourly basis. The city of
Pasco and the Pasco Police Department have decided to “fight
back” on street crime.
Several initiatives have been made to improve the fight on
crime. Pasco Police Department has been approved to expand
the department with new recruits. They will be employing 8
more commissioned officers and divided into sections of the
city. Local legislature proposed a “crime tax” to be
appropriated to this issue. In our community policing proposal,
we wish to employ a Street Crimes Unit that is funded by a
“Crime Tax” that was recently voted on by Franklin County’s
taxpayers at the last election. Pasco Police Department is
taking an active and proactive approaches to community
oriented policing to reduce crime within the community. This
proposal is on how we plan to fight prostitution in Pasco. This
model will be universal to combat other crimes. This is what
we have planned for your consideration.
The new community policing model will entail the creation of a
strategic plan to approach prostitution. The SARA Model will
be implemented in conjunction with the community policing
model. A committee will be chosen to oversee the program.
Officers, “The Street Crimes Unit,” will be appointed and their
duties will be defined. They will be trained specifically to fight

this issue. The Street Crimes Unit officers will be expected to
follow and enforce the new plan on new recruits. Upon
completion of a trial period, the committee will re-evaluate the
plan and its effectiveness. Changes will be made accordingly
before the next trial period begins. The point is to find the best
effective method to reduce prostitution to a minimum if not able
to be eliminated.
What will happen?
First, scanning the city to see where the most problematic areas
are and focusing on them will be the initial step. The Street
Crimes Unit Officers must not act or look obvious. They must
act inconspicuous without compromising the investigation. A
selected group of officers will be assigned a quadrant to patrol
and make notes of their observations for the first week. This
will include what day of the week it is, description the
prostitute, how often they see that prostitute during the week,
how many people that prostitute talks to, describe the area
surroundings (are children nearby, near a school, church), which
street or cross street the prostitute is located at or if he/she
travels to different streets, duration of the conversation the
suspected prostitute and observe where the prostitute takes the
“client.” At the end of the shift, the officer must make a report
and inform their superior. By scanning the area on patrol and
having documented reports confirms that the problem exists,
provide the ability to prioritize areas that need more
enforcement, assists in developing broader goals and identifies
the consequences of the problem for the community and the
police.
Second step is to find the causes of the problem through
analysis. “Identifying and understanding the events and
conditions that proceed and accompany the problem
(POPcenter.org, 2015).” Officers must research the area and
how prostitution has evolved to that area. Officers need to take
“inventory of how the problem is currently addressed and the
strengths and limitations of the current response
(POPcenter.org, 2015).” Officers must try to identify a pattern

and/or follow the sequence of events. For example: Before
Pasco was a tourist attraction, arena sports were built, and
innovative energy saving technology flourished; what was
prostitution like then. And then it needs to be compared to what
current day events are like. Is there a determined volume
pattern? Is the prostitution very apparent at those specific
locations when there is a convention in town, teams are playing
locally in their “home” arena, concerts, or during water
festivities? Does it matter on what day of the week it is? Is it
during specific hours of the day or on that specific day? The
goal is to narrow the scope of the problem to specifics instead
of a “broad spectrum” approach.
The third step is response. How do you implement these
proposed interventions? How did officers approach prostitutes
and resolve the issue? Should resolution be handled the same as
it were prior to 2010 or should it be handled differently? What
changes should be made? Should the Pasco Police Department
consider an informant posing as a new resident wanting to begin
their journey as a prostitute. Or should a Street Crimes Unit
officer pose as an undercover cop acting as an interested “John”
seeking services and then arrest? What benefit does that have?
Would it scare prostitution out of the town because of the threat
of “prostitute stings?” What have other cities done to battle
this problem?
Gathering the facts and observations through the first 3 steps
will aid in the assessment and determine if there is need for re-
evaluation or if there are only a few modifications. All the
facts gathered will aid in the implementation of changes that
may or may not be needed based on the results. The key is
looking at all the data collected from both pre-and post-
qualitative and quantitative stages. The determination of a
successful implementation should be decided before making it
into a formal procedure to be followed on a regular basis. I feel
that while the Street Crimes Unit and the Pasco Police
Department are in the developmental stages of creating a
strategic plan to combat prostitution within the community; the

residents of Pasco should have faith in their departments. They
are encouraged to report any crimes they witness at free will or
call if there is an emergency.
References:
Mason, S. (2015, July 13). Phase 1 Individual Project. Yelm,
WA: Shawna Mason.
OFM. (2014, November). State of Washington: 2014 Population
Trends. Retrieved August 7, 2015, from Office of Financial
Management; Forecasting & Research Division:
http://www.ofm.wa.gov/pop/april1/poptrends.pdf
Peak, K. J., & Glensor, R. W. (2012). Community Policing and
Problem Solving: Strategies and Practices; 6th Edition. Upper
Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
POPcenter.org. (2015). The SARA Model. Retrieved August 7,
2015, from Center for Problem-Oriented Policing:
http://www.popcenter.org/about/?p=sara
Santelli, J. (2015, July 9). Fictional Community Profile.
Retrieved August 7, 2015, from Office 365: Outlook.
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PHASE 1 INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

Shawna Mason
CJUS352-1503A-01: Community Policing
Instructor Jeffrey Santelli
July 13, 2015
ABSTRACT
The town that I chose to propose my Community Policing
Proposal is in Pasco, Washington. It is the closest city that
relates to the population and median household demographics
that were given in my scenario; excluding the Caucasians as
second most popular. Best suited demographics would be in
certain counties in New Mexico and Texas in real-time facts.
This is a fictional scenario but I wanted to present something
that I “connect” with. Therefore, I present a county in my state
and also relevant to the rising prostitution problem within the
community and surrounding area.
Part 1:
Pasco is located in Franklin County on the Southern-Eastern
side of Washington State. Pasco is part of the “Tri-Cities”

region; which also includes the largest nearby city of
Kennewick and includes the smaller town of Richland, WA.
Pasco is east of the Yakama Indian Reservation and northwest
of Walla Walla, WA. This is a mid-sized metropolitan area
located at the confluence of the Yakima, Snake, and Columbia
Rivers. “The City of Pasco is one of the fastest growing cities
in Washington State and also one of the leading cities for
growth and development ranking 29th in the country (visittri-
cities.com, 2015).” It is a popular tourist attraction for various
reasons; to include the countless aquatic and outdoor activities
and is notoriously known for its wine tasting. Minor league ice
hockey, baseball, and arena football has situated itself with the
Tri-Cities. The population growth is on the rise due to the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Pasco is
one of the areas offering increased hydroelectric power, wind
power generation, and solar studies towards innovative energy
saving technology.
In Pasco, “72% are Hispanic; 10% are African American;
8% are Caucasian; 6% are Asian; 2% are either Native Hawaiian
or Pacific Islander; and 2% are American Indian or Alaskan
Native, of some other race, or of two or more races. Of the
people living in this area, 20% of the population is over the age
of 65. 60% are of working age (18–64). 20% are under 18, and
7% of that population are under 5 years old (Santelli, 2015).”
With the economic growth and increased population comes the
ailment of increased crime within the community. Though it’s
lower than the national average and Washington State average;
the community is concerned with the increased theft, assault,
and violent crimes that have nearly doubled since the last area
consensus. Prostitution is on the rise and the community is
outraged in hopes to have it eliminated and the Community
Policing Patrol is focusing on this issue.
Prostitution is rising across the state in metropolitan areas.
It is disrupting the community and defacing its business and
property owners. Women who are claimed to be independent
companions or under the ownership of a “Pimp” are posting

soliciting for sex ads on Craigslist, Backpage, and TNABoard
websites in the Tri-Cities area location. Women are seen
walking the streets during evening to early dawn hours. Hotel
owners are seeing increased male guest traffic within their
hotels on an hourly basis.
Part 2:
What is the scanning, analyze, response, and assessment
(SARA) model? “It is a problem solving method often used in
law enforcement and community policing circles (Police and
Law Enforcement News, 2013).” It consists of 4 steps just as
the acronym stands for: Scanning, Analyze, Response, and
Assessment. Before the police gets involved in a community
effort; there have several things to consider ensuring everyone
stays safe while finding an effective way combat crime.
Scanning crime patterns is the process of:
· “Identifying recurring problems of concern to the public and
the police.
· Identifying the consequences of the problem for the
community and the police.
· Prioritizing those problems.
· Developing broad goals.
· Confirming that the problems exist.
· Determining how frequently the problem occurs and how long
it has been taking place.
· Selecting problems for closer examination (POPcenter.org,
2015).”
Analysis is finding the root causes of problems by:
· “Identifying and understanding the events and conditions that
proceed and accompany the problem.
· Identifying the relevant data to be collected.
· Researching what is known about the problem type.
· Taking inventory of how the problem is currently addressed
and the strengths and limitations of the current response.
· Narrowing the scope of the problem as specifically as
possible.
· Identifying a variety of resources that may be of assistance in

developing a deeper understanding of the problem.
· Developing a working hypothesis about why the problem is
occurring (POPcenter.org, 2015).”
Response is the implementation of these interventions:
· Brainstorming new ideas.
· Searching what other communities have done with these
similar problems.
· Choosing amongst the alternative ideas.
· Outlining a chosen plan and assigning responsible parties.
· Stating the objectives for the plan.
· Facilitating and/or carrying out the planned interventions.
Assessment is the re-evaluation of the chosen intervention(s) in
hopes of ongoing success:
· Was the plan successful in its implementation?
· Data collection will be gathered; pre- and post-response
qualitative and quantitative data.
· Were broad goals and specific objectives attained?
· Identify new strategies needed to amend the original plan.
· Continue ongoing assessments to ensure continued
effectiveness.
The SARA model is the key element of Problem-Oriented
Policing (POP). Problem Oriented Policing (POP) is the
primary strategy of Community Oriented Policing (COP).
These policing strategies have one purpose they share. They are
used to solve problems and prevent new ones from occurring
within the community. Here’s an example: “Calls of narcotic
activity at an 80-unit apartment complex alerted officers to try a
problem solving approach. Working with residents, the on-site
manager, the management company, the Housing Commission,
and other police units, the officers were able to evict problem
residents and stop the drug dealing (SanDiego.gov, 2015).” My
second example would be the fictional scenario given to me.
There have been several reports in the Pasco area of roaming
female prostitutes. It was also been made aware that female
prostitutes would host an “incall,” a hotel room that the men

would go to once they were informed location. So the Pasco
police department disguised as an undercover prostitute with the
consent of the residents to arrest men that were willing to pay
money for sex on both the streets and hotel. “Now, on average,
police make only one prostitution arrest a month. Compare that
to the mid 1990's when officers arrested 100 people a year, it's
quite a drop off. And local business owners said police have a
done a fantastic job getting rid of the problem
(NBCrightnow.com, 2015).”
I feel that the same models for partnerships can be used in every
jurisdiction. I feel that the local residents would want to
partake in a safer community. The issue that I feel that is at
hand is if the jurisdictions are adequately staffed to take on
such a challenge. Some jurisdictions are small and have only a
few police officers. Some towns share jurisdictions based on
their locations. For example: I live in Yelm, WA. It’s a 5.69
square mile town and now has over 8,000 residents. My
resident road is less than 1/4th mile from the Pierce/Thurston
County line. Though I often see Yelm police patrol cars making
their rounds any given day by my house; when there is a
disturbance nearby, a county patrol car accompanies it. I’ve
had a few instances where I did make a few calls and I found it
simpler to call the non-911 officer line. I also live near the
Nisqually Tribe Reservation and seen their patrol cars in town
once in a while; mostly around holidays. I feel that the nearby
towns follow the same model for partnerships in their
jurisdiction and are parallel to the nearby towns. Drugs, gangs,
and bullying are strictly not tolerated. I have learned that
curfew for under the age of 16 is strictly enforced also. Traffic
violations and infractions are taken seriously and are enforced
by high fines and penalties if caught by cameras or an officer on
duty. I find my town to be very safe and pleased that it is one
of the few towns left that are grandfathered to ride your horses
in town.

References:
NBCrightnow.com. (2015). Pasco Prostitution Sting. Retrieved
July 13, 2015, from NBC: Right Now:
http://www.nbcrightnow.com/story/5425255/pasco-prostitution-
sting
Peak, K. J., & Glensor, R. W. (2012). Community Policing and
Problem Solving: Strategies and Practices; 6th Edition. Upper
Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
Police and Law Enforcement News. (2013, January 11). The
SARA Model. Retrieved July 13, 2015, from NJLawman.com:
http://www.njlawman.com/nj-police-promotional-exam/did-you-
know/003-the-sara-model.htm
POPcenter.org. (2015). The SARA Model. Retrieved July 13,
2015, from Center for Problem-Oriented Policing:
http://www.popcenter.org/about/?p=sara
SanDiego.gov. (2015). Problem Oriented Policing: Examples of
Problem Oriented Policing. Retrieved July 13, 2015, from San
Diego Police Department:
http://www.sandiego.gov/police/about/problem.shtml
Santelli, J. (2015, July 9). Fictional Community Profile.
Retrieved July 13, 2015, from Office 365: Outlook.
visittri-cities.com. (2015). Visit Tr!-Cities Washington.
Retrieved July 13, 2015, from Visit Tr!-Cities Washingon:
http://www.visittri-cities.com/

Shawna Mason
Evaluated Needs Summary
Community Corrections
Instructor Ivan Kaminsky
March 17, 2015
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Profile of John Orchids
DOB- December 1, 1997 (17 years old)
Caucasian male
Student in Senior year at Yelm High School, WA
Wishes to attend college at University of Washington in Fall
2015
Resides with parents
A dependent of Jane and Jack Orchids
Parents have full guardianship
Family is loving, supportive, and nurturing
Employment History
Summer jobs
Participant of Reserved Officer Training Corp (ROTC)
Attended basic training in Summer of 2014 for the State
National Guard

John is a 17 year old Caucasian male, born December 1, 1997.
John is a Senior at Yelm High School and is expected to
graduate on June 14, 2015 with honors. John lives with his
parents, Jack and Jane Orchids, in Rainier, Washington and they
have full guardianship of him. There is no history of reported
abuse in the household. John’s parents are said to be loving,
supportive, and nurtured nature in John’s endeavors. John is of
sound mind and is driven to attend college in Fall 2015 at the
University of Washington. John has no means of self support,
therefore he is dependent on his parents. John works in the
summer as he’s not allowed to work while school is in session.
He retains his income and receives money given by family
members on holidays and birthdays. John is enrolled in a ROTC
program since his freshman year. John has joined the State
National Guard and went to basic training during the summer of
2014.
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John’s Profile continued
Community relations
Active participant at local church and its community
involvement
Was a scout member until age of 16
Juvenile Record:
No record of probation or parole
Previous infractions
1st misdemeanor for public nuisance at age 12
Misdemeanor for truancy
Current infractions under consideration/review
Detained for loitering

Possession of 1/6th ounce of marijuana
Awaiting PSIP program recommendation before transferred to
drug court
John is active participant in his community. John and his
parents are active members of the Rainier Community Baptist
Church and its community efforts. John was an active member
is a scout program until age of 16. John, like most children, can
cause mischief. He has made poor choices in the past, such as
not attending school as required by State laws and caused public
nuisance at age 12. He recently made a poor decision of
possessing 1/6th of an ounce of marijuana when he was detained
for loitering. John is awaiting results in the determination of a
Presentence Intervention Program (PSIP) before being
transferred to drug court for these offences.
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Understanding the Procedures of the Juvenile Court System
Complaint or Arrest
Intake
Petition
Court
Adjudication Hearing
Dispositional Hearing
Results can be:
Protective Supervision
Probation
Youth Development Center
Post-Release Supervision
What happens when someone, namely a juvenile, is detained or
has a complaint filed against them? Law enforcement must
conduct an investigation at which a diversion program may be

implemented then or referred to other resources to attain help
and the individual may be placed into temporary custody.
Intake is the next step. Diversion recommendations can be
implemented at this phase, court counselor may monitor plan or
contract, and if the juvenile complies, they may be exited out of
the system. However, any non-compliance to this recommended
diversion will result in a petition. Once petition is filed, the
juvenile is to attend a First Appearance Hearing and could
result in Secure Custody before attending court. If Secure
Custody is issued, a Secure Custody Hearing will follow suit
before the Adjudication Hearing. If it is a felony related
charge, a Probable Cause Hearing may be issued for juveniles
over age 13. The Adjudication Hearing determines if
allegations are true. At this phase, a dismissal can be issued or
a transfer to Superior Court can happen. After the Adjudication
Hearing, the Dispositional Hearing would require a judge’s
decision for a plan of action. The Dispositional Hearing can
result in a dismissal of case or case can be continued up to 6
months before action is considered to determine if Protective
Supervision, Probation, Youth Development Center, or Post-
Release Supervision is the best suggestive divergent program
for the juvenile delinquent.
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Understanding of Juvenile Court Proceedings
Image 1: NCDPS.gov (2015)
Here is a diagram to assist in understanding how the Juvenile
Court proceedings work. Though this is North Carolina’s flow
chart, Washington State does in fact follows the same structure.
I confirmed this information with a person I know that works at
the Raman Hall Juvenile Detention Facility and a social worker
for the Child Protective Agency.

References:
Evans, K. (2015). Interview, with Kelly Evans. Correctional
Officer at Raman Hall Juvenile Corrections Facility, conducted
via Telephone on March 16, 2015
Kreiger, J. (2015). Interview, with Juanita Kreiger. Social
Worker at Child Protective Agency of Washington State,
conducted via Telephone on March 16, 2015
NCDPS.gov. (2015). Juvenile Justice Flow Chart. Retrieved
March 16, 2015, from North Carolina Department of Public
Safety:
http://www.ncdjjdp.org/resources/graphics/jj_process_flowchart
.gif
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John’s Crime and Possible Outcome
John was detained for loitering and was searched
John is guilty of possessing 1/6th ounce of Marijuana
John is 17 years old. This offense is a low grade offense that
doesn’t warrant being tried as an adult (Mason, 2015).
Because John is under legal age of marijuana, what could he be
charged with
A misdemeanor felony
What are his sentencing options:
Potential license suspension of driving privileges
Mandated participation in Exemplary Programs
Diversion programs
Probation
Supervision
Aftercare programs
An Evaluated Needs Summary and probation plan will be
conducted to best suit John’s scenario

As we know, John made bad choices. This is not a scenario
where he was in a bad place at the wrong time. John shouldn’t
have been loitering and certainly shouldn’t be in possession of
marijuana. Should John be tried as an adult since he is near his
18th birthday? If it was a more severe crime, such as murder or
premeditated assault, the circumstances would be different.
This is a misdemeanor felony offense with no other charges
associated other than being detained for loitering. Perhaps he
was in violation of curfew but he shouldn’t have been loitering.
What are John’s possible outcomes? He can have his driver’s
license revoked, he can be mandated to participate in several
exemplary programs. An Evaluated Needs Summary will be
done, taking John’s past and characteristics into consideration.
Reference:
Mason, S. (2015). Excerpt taken from Phase 4 Discussion
Board posted March 11, 2015 Discussion Board forum in
Community Corrections class instructed by Ivan Kaminsky at
Colorado Technical University Online.
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John’s Evaluation Summary
John is a very healthy adolescent, no defects, no scars
He has no known gang affiliations, no known organized crime
participation, no tattoos
Was counseled for carrying a concealed weapon on one
occasion, no other reported incidences
No mental issues known or present, he comes from a nurturing
family and has expressed remorse for his actions
No known substance abuse history aside from recent incident
offense
Been very cooperative throughout the investigative and

evaluative process
Determined to comply with terms of the PSIP and achieve his
goals
John has been evaluated by our professional team and have
made this determination. He is a very healthy adolescent and
meets the benchmarks for his height and weight. He has no
apparent scars, defects, or anything that warrants further
investigation. He has no affiliations with any gang activity or
known organized crime groups and does not have any tattoos to
support otherwise despite the occurrence of carrying a
concealed weapon. He informed me that he has been counseled
on that issue and my discovery is that it only happened once.
There are no present or known mental issues. There is no
history of family illness. John comes from a loving, nurturing,
and supportive family. John has expressed remorse for his
actions, appears to be sincerely empathetic, and has been
compliant to everything asked of him. Despite this is John’s
first offense of being in possession of marijuana, he has no
known substance abuse history. His urine testing results came
back negative for previous marijuana use and other possible use
of drugs. This concurs with the compared urine samples that
the State National Guard and the ROTC program has provided
to us for comparison. When John was questioned about his
possession of the marijuana, he stated that he was wanting to try
it but hadn’t done so. The investigative team reported that they
had re-measured the marijuana and facts remain the same. The
packaging is concise to hold that specific amount of marijuana
and the quantity seems legit for the $20 cost that John paid for
according to street value reports. My recommendation for John
is to complete his exemplary programs as stated in the proposed
Presentenced Intervention Program (PSIP). Upon a successful
completion of this program, John will remain free of any
infractions listed on his juvenile record and encouraged to
pursue his goals in life, namely college.

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Types of Exemplary Programs
Diversion Programs/Probation Plan
Mediation and Restitution Programs
Specialized Probation Supervision Programs
School-based probation
Operation Night Light
Community Reintegration: Aftercare Programs
These are the programs up for consideration. We will talk
about each of these programs in the following slides.
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Diversion Program
What is the benefit of a diversion program?
“Holds offenders accountable for the offenses committed, takes
steps to repair the damage cause by their actions, and provide
swift and certain consequences (JAIBG, 1999).”
John qualifies for the “fast track” diversion program.
“This program diverts first and second-time offenders charged
with misdemeanors or gross misdemeanors to a Community
Accountability Board (CAB) (JAIBG, 1999).”
Diversion Program, or probation plan, helps get the offender
back on track. It’s a form of alternative sentencing for lessor
punishments that don’t require imprisonment. It gives our
youth a second chance, but they are held to strict guidelines to

comply or they shall suffer the harsher consequences of their
violated offences.
“To qualify for the “fast track” program, offenders must be
between the age of 8 and 17 and must admit to the charges
(Community Youth Services, 1998).” The Community
Accountability Board (CAB) consists of 3 volunteers whom are
experienced in dealing with troubled youth and interested in the
welfare of the community. The offender, parent(s) or
guardian(s), meet before the CAB for about an hour to discuss
the diversion process, the reason(s) the offender committed the
offense, and the impact of the offense. “The CAB formulates a
diversion agreement, which may include community service,
counseling, and other suggestive measures (OJJDP, 2015).”
The juvenile case manager, probation officer, or appointed
officer monitors the offenders completion of the agreement.
Other programs are associated with diversion program(s) but all
fall in the same category as “exemplary.”
References:
Community Youth Services (1998). Community Accountability
Board Manual. Retrieved March 17, 2015 from Community
Youth Services; Olympia, WA: Community Youth Services.
JAIBG. (1999). Focus on Accountability: Best Practices for
Juvenile Court and Probation. Retrieved March 17, 2015 from
the Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grants (JAIBG)
Bulletin printed on August 1999:
http://www.ojjdp.gov/pubs/jaibgbulletin/exemp.html
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How is the Diversion Program Measured for Recidivism and
Public Safety?
“To determine the effectiveness of this program, the
Washington State Institute for Public Policy examined the

reoffending rates of youth before and after being placed on
diversion (JAIBG, 1999).”
“Preliminary analysis indicates that 24.7 percent of the "before"
group reoffended with either a felony or misdemeanor while
19.1 percent reoffended "after" participating in the diversion
program (Washington State Institute for Public Policy, 1997).”
Diversion programs are proven to be effective if they are
facilitated correctly. However, some cities have higher crime
rates than others; as well as the severity of the crimes. The
diversion program results can vary depending on the
demographics of each area. In Washington State, they take
juvenile crimes seriously just as the same as if you are an adult.
This state has outstanding rehabilitative programs, support
groups, and take pride in finding the right qualified employees
to facilitate them. Granted, Washington state has one of the top
10 highest tax rates, but our money is put to great work when
investing in our youth. Schools are strict with attendance.
More so, now that the Becca Bill has been implemented. Aside
from our Joint-Base Lewis-McChord military installation,
Washington is seldom making news headlines in the crime
sector.
References:
Washington State Institute for Public Policy. (1997). Fast
Tracking Youth to Diversion in Thurston County: A Preliminary
Analysis. Retrieved March 17, 2015 from: Washington State
Institute for Public Policy, Olympia, WA.

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Mediation and Restitution Programs
John does not qualify for this program
It is intended to those whom are victimized in a crime
For example:
If John was under the influence of Marijuana and assaulted
another or damaged property of that person; he’d be required to
attend a mediation session with a mediator, probation officer,
and victim service officer present to explain his actions and
motives. The victim can express his or her feelings directly to
John. The victim’s losses are reviewed and a plan is developed
to repay/restore the victim to the greatest extent possible
Though John does not qualify for this program, this program is
implemented to those that are victimized. Washington is one of
the strictest states that seeks restitution for its victims. Aside
from small claims court, victims are made whole or restored to
the greatest extent possible on cases filed suit upon or in
criminal court. Fines are implemented for the crimes committed
payable to the court and/or the victim. Failure to pay fines will
result in incarceration.
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Specialized Probation Supervision Programs
John would participate in this Program based upon his recent
issues of truancy in the past
School-Based Probation
The probation officer works directly with the school and their
client (the probationer)
Officer is observant to his clients interactions
With peers
Behavior in a social setting

Enforces conditions of probation such as school attendance
Spends about 70% of their time in the school setting
How is this Measured?
Significant positive association between the amount of time
spent in the school and the amount of direct case contact
Youth placed on school-based probation spent significantly
more time in the community without charges and/or placements
(Metzger, 1997).
John would be a participant of this program. He has history of
public nuisance and truancy. He’d be expected to attend school
and be a model citizen in the public scene. Even though John
may be doing good in school and meeting the requirements of
his supervision program, the probation officer usually has a
case load of 6 to 30 individuals. These officers are trained to
facilitate their case load effectively.
References:
Metzger, D. (1997). School-Based Probation in Pennsylvania.
Retrieved March 17, 2015, from University of Pennsylvania,
Center for Studies of Addiction; Philadelphia, PA
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Operation Night Light
John would partake in this program
Why?
Recent loitering charge
Public nuisance history
Likely violated curfew to warrant an officer to detain
This program is intended for the reduction of youth violence
and enforce curfew
Police and probation officers patrol the streets together at night

to ensure that offenders are complying with the terms of their
probation.
Has gained recognition around the country, namely in
Massachusetts and Maryland but known in Capitol cities or
highly-dense populations
John would partake in this program. He has a history of public
nuisance and recently detained for loitering. One can assume he
was loitering in an undesirable location. Our scenario given to
us students is vague. He was in possession of marijuana. What
made the officer suspect that he had drugs on him? This
program is intended mostly to reduce youth violence and
enforce curfew. This program will ensure that John is home at
specified time and stays out of mischief. Police and Probation
officers do patrol the streets to make sure their offenders are
complying to the terms of their probation. In Yelm,
Washington, the police officers are aware of the households of
those that are on probation/parole in the neighborhood. In
larger cities like Tacoma or Seattle, parole officers make their
rounds making sure their offenders are following the rules.
Some parole officers drive around looking for any of those in
violation and some officers make personal unannounced home
visits.
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Community Reintegration: Aftercare Programs
John would not qualify for this program for he has not been
incarcerated
* Had he been incarcerated, he would qualify
What does this program do?
Involves community reintegration
Highly monitored/regulated
Court appointed custodians, probation/parole officers use GPS

tracking devices
Individuals are to report to Day Reporting Centers
Constant supervision
Strict, structured transitions
Involves group homes, half-way houses
Recidivism rates are measured based upon the successful
completion of the program against those that concede back their
old habits to committing another crime or worse ones
This program helps transition incarcerated individuals back into
society. It is also known as community reintegration. It is a
highly monitored program by qualified appointed personnel to
ensure that the individual is meeting the requirements of their
parole terms by supervision and monitoring. They must inform
the officer of their every move that involves leaving or coming
home from work, community involvement programs such as
road clean up, or checking in at Day Reporting Centers. Often
these individuals are living in group homes, half-way houses, or
an approved home decided upon by the courts or parties
involved before the individual is placed. Some individuals
break the rules or commit another crime and risk the possibility
of being returned to jail. This fact will increase the recidivism
rates. Individuals that satisfy their requirements and followed
the rules of their terms will be a statistic to decreased
recidivism statistic.
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Conclusion
John’s crime isn’t as severe as some can be but he has taken
responsibility of his actions and is willing to comply to his
terms
John is an individual that has goals and seeks to put this
occurrence behind him which gives reason to believe he’d not
commit any more crimes in the future

I have reason to believe that John will be a low risk to the
recidivism statistics.
John is no threat to the community
Johns crime is a misdemeanor crime. Because he urine tested
negative for drug use, John is spared to attending any Al-ATeen
or Al-Anon programs. Had he tested positive, he’s be required
to attend a 12 step support group(s) as part of his probation
plan. John is of sound mind, no mental or social issues. He
doesn’t require group or individual therapy based on the
evaluated needs examination. John admitted that he had made
poor choices and seeks to move forward in the right direction.
He places no harm to himself or others. As the conclusion of
his probation and/or diversion programs nears, he will be
reevaluated to ensure he’s ready to be released from the
program.
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References
Community Youth Services (1998). Community Accountability
Board Manual. Retrieved March 17, 2015 from Community
Youth Services; Olympia, WA: Community Youth Services.
Evans, K. (2015). Interview, with Kelly Evans. Correctional
Officer at Raman Hall Juvenile Corrections Facility, conducted
via Telephone on March 16, 2015
Kreiger, J. (2015). Interview, with Juanita Kreiger. Social

Worker at Child Protective Agency of Washington State,
conducted via Telephone on March 16, 2015
Mason, S. (2015). Excerpt taken from Phase 4 Discussion
Board posted March 11, 2015 Discussion Board forum in
Community Corrections class instructed by Ivan Kaminsky at
Colorado Technical University Online.
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References Continued
Metzger, D. (1997). School-Based Probation in Pennsylvania.
Retrieved March 17, 2015, from University of Pennsylvania,
Center for Studies of Addiction; Philadelphia, PA
NCDPS.gov. (2015). Juvenile Justice Flow Chart. Retrieved
March 16, 2015, from North Carolina Department of Public
Safety:
http://www.ncdjjdp.org/resources/graphics/jj_process_flowchart
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Washington State Institute for Public Policy. (1997). Fast
Tracking Youth to Diversion in Thurston County: A Preliminary
Analysis. Retrieved March 17, 2015 from: Washington State
Institute for Public Policy, Olympia, WA.

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