News Coverage
San Bernardino County Probation Provides Youth Driving Simulator
From the HeySoCal.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif. – April 9, 2025 – San Bernardino County’s Driving Simulator program offers local youth an opportunity to gain knowledge and experience toward becoming safe and responsible drivers.
Officials said the county Probation Department is committed to providing programs that equip youth in its care with valuable life skills.
Marin County Probation Department Recruitment Open for Paid Summer Internship Program
From the County of Marin.
MARIN COUNTY, Calif. – April 11, 2025 – Recruitment is open through May 9 for the Marin County Career Explorer Program, a popular vocational internship opportunity for youth ages 15 to 21, funded by the Marin County Probation Department.
Marin County Probation Check on DUI Probationers Results in 5 Violations
From Marin County.
MARIN COUNTY, Calif. – April 2, 2025 – Unannounced checks of Marin County residents on active supervised probation for DUI offenses resulted in five individuals found in violation but no arrests, according to the Marin County Probation Department.
“Alcohol-impaired driving remains one of the biggest threats to public safety and well-being on our roadways,” said Chief Probation Officer Marlon Washington.
“That’s why operations like this are critical — not only for community safety but also for ensuring that individuals on probation comply with the terms of their supervision.”
Probation Chiefs Testify at Legislative Hearings on Key Justice Initiatives
CPOC leadership was front and center at the Capitol this month, testifying before lawmakers on two critical issues impacting probation and California’s broader justice system.
Groundbreaking Criminal Justice Starts in Santa Ana Courtroom – Orange County Probation
From Orange County Register.
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – March 26, 2025 – On Friday, March 21, 2025, the Young Adult Court (YAC) Graduation took place at the Central Justice Center. After 18-24 months of working the program, the graduating young adults spoke about how instrumental Probation was in helping them achieve a positive future.
Under the Presiding Judge Maria Hernandez, these eight graduates completed the program and walked out of the courtroom felony-free.
Young Adult Court is a pilot program in the Orange County Superior Court that aims to reduce recidivism and promote positive life outcomes for men ages 18 through 25 who have encountered trouble with the law.
Yuba County Probation Department Hosts Graduation Celebrating Recovery and Education Milestones
Graduates Highlight the Transformative Impact of Accountability and Rehabilitation in Creating Long-Term Community Safety
Marysville, CA. – On March 14, 2025, the Yuba County Probation Department celebrated the success of 11 individuals who completed the department’s outpatient substance abuse treatment program, For Our Recovery Families (F.O.R. Families), alongside six individuals who earned their high school diplomas. The graduation ceremony, held at the TEAM Center in Marysville, marked a powerful moment of resilience and transformation for participants working to rebuild their lives.
Kern County Probation Officers Seize 70 grams of Suspected Narcotics from North Bakersfield Hotel, 4 Arrested
From KGET.
KERN COUNTY, Calif. – March 4, 2025 – Officers with the Kern County Probation Department arrested four people on Friday after a search led to alleged seizures of fentanyl and meth, according to a press release.
Jessica Cambron, Walter Contreras, Keith Davis, and Ruben Tinoco were arrested Feb. 28 after probation officers searched the Studio 6 hotel…
San Diego County Probation: Empowering Youth Through the YDA Fire Program
The Youth Development Academy (YDA) Fire Program is a transformative initiative that equips young adults with the skills, discipline, and mindset needed to build a better future. This program not only provides hands-on training in firefighting but also fosters personal growth, responsibility, and a commitment to community service.
County Spotlight: Lake County Probation’s 3rd Annual Resilient Re-Entry Event
Building Brighter Futures and Safer Communities
At Lake County Probation, they believe in second chances and the power of resilience while providing both supervision and services to those in their custody. This commitment was on full display at the 3rd Annual Resilient Re-Entry Event, hosted in partnership with the Lake County Campus of Woodland Community College on October 11, 2024.
The Connector Newsletter – March 31, 2025
California Probation Creating Safer Communities Through Accountability & Opportunity
In this issue of The Connector, read stories of hope and inspiration of how California Probation is helping create safer communities by focusing on holding justice-involved individuals accountable while helping them transition out of the system permanently through transformative and evidence-based rehabilitation. Probation Departments are a connector in the justice system, interlacing and maximizing the resources available within our systems and communities to reduce recidivism by carefully balancing direct human services and research-based interventions.
Chief Probation Officers of California Respond to Criminal Indictments of 30 Los Angeles County Probation Officers
Sacramento, California, March 11, 2025 – The Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) has sent a letter regarding the Criminal indictments of 30 probation officers within the Los Angeles County Probation Department to The Honorable Mike McGuire, President Pro Tempore of the California State Senate, and The Honorable Robert Rivas, Speaker of the California State Assembly.
Re: Criminal indictments of 30 probation officers within the Los Angeles County Probation Department
Brian Passenheim Appointed Placer’s New Chief Probation Officer
From Roseville Today.
PLACER COUNTY, Calif., — March 4, 2025 — Placer County’s Assistant Chief Probation Officer Brian Passenheim has been promoted to probation chief, announced today ahead of the retirement next week of Chief Probation Officer Marshall Hopper.
Hopper has served in the role since 2011. Passenheim will assume the chief role effective March 8.
Marin County Probation Participates in Multi-agency Warrant Operation
Compliance checks take place throughout Marin; five violations found.
From Marin County.
MARIN COUNTY, Calif. – February 27, 2025 – The Marin County Probation Department’s AB 109 Unit led a coordinated operation to enhance community safety, targeting individuals on active supervised probation, Mandatory Supervision, or Post-Release Community Supervision. The multi-agency effort aimed to enhance community safety by addressing outstanding warrants and ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions of supervision.
The operation, which took place February 25, focused on 22 individuals and resulted in 14 searches and five violations, including possession of alcohol, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Two arrests were made – one for an outstanding warrant and another for a probation violation.
Marin County Probation Inspiring Probationers Receive Public Ovation
A resilient and successful group of 17 is now recognized on Probation’s Wall of Change.
From Marin County Probation.
Marin County, CA – February 24, 2025 – The Marin County Probation Department proudly recognized 17 individuals who successfully transformed their lives after being on supervised probation. The honorees were celebrated at the annual Wall of Change ceremony, an event that began in 2011 as a small, intimate gathering and has since grown into a significant ceremony.
…During the event, two honorees, Seena Aguilar and Mohammed Majdoubi, shared powerful testimonies about their personal journeys.
Sena Aguilar, standing at the podium, invited her fellow honorees to stand beside her in solidarity, emphasizing that the moment belonged to all of them. She shared her story of growing up in an environment affected by alcoholism and addiction, experiencing trauma that led to instability.
“I came to the realization that I was powerless against alcohol and that my life was unmanageable,” she said.
“It was time to change, and that change began with the justice system. I saw it as an opportunity, not a punishment. With the right resources, and the support of my probation officer, recovery coach, and therapist, I was able to rebuild my life. Today, I am two years sober.”
Appointment of Jose Ramirez as the Monterey County Chief Probation Officer
From Monterey County Superior Court.
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif., — February 14,
2025 — The Monterey County Superior Court and
the County of Monterey are pleased to announce the appointment of
Jose Ramirez as the Monterey County Chief Probation Officer.
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Probation Officers Find Hiding Suspect, Stolen Handgun, Firearms, and Ammo in Apple Valley
From Victor Valley News Group.
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. – February 22, 2025 – On Friday, February 21, 2025, San Bernardino County probation officers carried out a significant compliance check in Apple Valley, resulting in the discovery of a probationer hiding in a bedroom.
During a thorough search of the residence, officers uncovered twelve firearms, including a stolen handgun, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. As a result, two individuals were arrested.
The compliance checks extended beyond Apple Valley, with several residents reporting similar operations in Victorville.
At least one of these checks involved a SWAT team and a K9 unit, with a man being detained while officials conducted a detailed search of a home.
Sonoma County Probation Department Receives State Grant To Crack Down On Repeat DUI Offenders
From KZST.
SONOMA COUNTY, Calif. – February 21, 2025 – Sonoma County is cracking down on repeat DUI offenders.
The Probation Department has received a $240,000 grant from the state to fund intensive supervision for those convicted of felony DUIs. The money from the Office of Traffic Safety will help probation officers closely monitor offenders, ensuring they follow court orders and stay off the road. The grant will also support warrant operations targeting those who violate probation or skip court, distribute “Be On the Lookout” alerts for DUI suspects, and improve collaboration with courts and prosecutors.
The program runs through September 2025. This effort is funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Read the full article here.
ICYMI: San Diego County Holds First North County Community Resource Fair
From San Diego County News Center.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. – February 21, 2025 – Hundreds of people moved from booth-to-booth in the parking lot of the North County Superior Court in Vista Thursday, seeking some welcoming help as they work to successfully reenter and rejoin their neighborhoods and communities.
They had come to the first North County Community Resource Fair, organized by the San Diego County Probation Department and the state Division of Adult Parole Operations.
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John, a probationer, came to the event and said he hoped to find a job. He said events like the resource fair were not only important for the tangible help they provide, but also for the hope they give to the people who come to them.