POSITIVE

OUTCOMES

The Goal for Both You and Your Officer

Create Realistic Goals

Formulate a Plan to Reach Your Goals

Identify Your Needs and Ask For Help

Report Any Changes To Your Officer

Maintain Records and Documents

Make Yourself Available to Your Officer

Explain Your Requirements and Responsibilities

Guide You In The Right Direction To Your Goals

Provide Resources Based on Your Needs

Career

Residence

Family

Vocational/Training Opportunities Available

Research shows those who enroll in an education program are less likely to return to jail

Gain trust and credibility with boss through Appropriate Dress & Demeanor, Timeliness, Consistency, & Showing Initiative.

Your own residence is a sign of your independence and liberty

Begin saving – bank account & credit card(should conditions allow) affect credit score; maintain a stable residential history & positive relationship with your landlord

They supported you through your incarceration

Act as a role model, let them learn from your mistakes

Show them their value by spending time with them

Family support is a strong indicator if a person will succeed on supervision

They want to help – all you need to do is ask!

Association

Disorderly Conduct

Alcohol/Substance Abuse

Failure to Report

“The defendant shall not associate with any persons engaged in criminal activity and shall not associate with any person convicted of a felony, unless granted permission to do so by the probation officer”

Do not go where any criminal activity may occur or with people you suspect may be a negative influence.

Err on side of caution – you are not being selfish but preserving your freedom to share with your family!

Common Arrest seen when interacting with police

Follow instructions and keep calm

90% of those stopped by NYPD in Stop & Frisk are released without being arrested or given a summons

“The defendant shall refrain from excessive use of alcohol and shall not purchase, possess, use, distribute, or administer any controlled substance or any paraphernalia related to any controlled substance, except as prescribed by a physician.”

Causes brain impairment and aside from being a violation in and of itself will likely cause you to engage in risky/illegal behavior resulting in your arrest

“The defendant shall notify the probation officer at least ten days prior to any change in residence or employment.”

“The defendant shall notify the probation officer within 72 hours of being arrested or questioned by a law enforcement officer.”(Any contact should be reported.)

Keep your officer aware of the circumstances in your life; honest & open communication benefits you.

Engage the Child Support System and Return To Court When Circumstances Change

Have a Written Agreement Maintain a Relationship With Your ChildrenTax Credit If Earn Less Than $30,000Dept. of Social Services Arrears Can Be Adjusted Customer Services Walk-in Center151 West Broadway, 4th floor, Lower ManhattanM-Friday 8:00am – 7:00pm Sat 9:00am – 5:00pmAutomated Account Information Line 800-846-0773

Financial Workshop Welcome Home

Educational/Employment Opportunities

Attendees who come past 6:15 will be marked as absent