Adult Probation
The Wood County Adult Probation Department is dedicated to aiding in the reduction of criminal behavior in the community through the supervision, treatment, and rehabilitation of the offender while balancing the goal of protecting the public's safety; and providing compliance with the orders of the Court.
Services Provided
Information is gathered for a report to be used by the Court to determine release decisions and bond requirements at the time of an offender's arraignment.
This program diverts offenders from the local jail facility while awaiting sentencing. The offender is released on bond and must comply with Court restrictions placed on them upon their release from incarceration. Orders may include random drug screens and mandatory reporting.
Offenders report to the Adult Probation Department after entering a plea in order to obtain initial information for the preparation of a Presentence Investigation Report. The process is explained to the offender and all paperwork is provided to the offender at this time.
PSI reports provide the Court with thorough background information on offenders appearing before the Common Pleas Court for sentencing. The reports include offense information, criminal and social history, and victim input.
This supervision provides general management of offenders at less risk for recidivism, by monitoring compliance with court-ordered conditions.
This supervision is designed to supervise and monitor offenders at a higher risk for recidivism in the community by providing more restrictive, intensive supervision. The offender must complete this program before being placed under basic community control supervision.
EM diverts offenders from the local jail by allowing them to remain in their homes. Electronic monitoring may include, GPS, SoberLink, and EM, which may include house arrest.
The Adult Probation Department performs urinalysis testing for numerous drugs on a random basis as ordered by the Court as a condition of bond or supervision.
Per O.R.C., the Adult Probation Department determines the eligibility of offenders referred for an IIL diversion, and if accepted, the department will continue supervision until the successful completion of the intervention plan.
Please note: The department employs probation officers with advanced education/training in supervising sex offenders and assisting offenders who served in the Armed Forces.