What is Probation?
When convicted of a crime, the law says you will be punished by serving time in prison for felony offenses or in the County Jail for misdemeanor offenses.... ViewView Adult General FAQs
How does the Assessment Center determine what will happen with my child?
A Deputy Probation Officer from the Assessment Center will schedule a meeting with you and your child to discus... ViewView Assessment Center FAQs
What is Bridges?
Bridges is an intensive day treatment program that addresses the many issues surrounding substance abuse and offending behavior.... ViewView Bridges FAQs
My child was ordered to Camp Glenwood. What does this mean?
Camp Glenwood is a residential program located in La Honda, California that offers education, counseling and other services.... ViewView Camp Glenwood FAQs
The Court said my child has to be in the Community Care Program. What does this mean?
Sometimes the Court decides that your child could benefit from doing service projects in the community. ... ViewView Community Care Program FAQs
How do I sign up for domestic violence counseling?
If you have already been sentenced, you should have been given a paper that has all of the programs approved in San Mateo County.... ViewView Domestic Violence FAQs
How soon after my child is placed in FPP will s/he meet with the Deputy Probation Officer?
The orders are normally received by the Deputy Probation Officer within 5 working days.... ViewView Family Preservation Program (FPP) FAQs
What can I expect from General Supervision?
Most children placed on probation are assigned to a general field supervision caseload.... ViewView General Field Supervision FAQs
What does it mean for my child to be on Intensive Supervision?
If your child is on Intensive Supervision, it is likely that the crime they committed was very serious, we have information that they are... ViewView Intensive Supervision FAQs
What do I need to bring to my first appointment with Probation?
You will be asked to report to the Probation Department right after your first court date.... ViewView Investigations FAQs
What are parenting classes, and why do I have to attend?
Parenting classes are either Court ordered or recommended by the Deputy Probation Officer.... ViewView Parenting Classes FAQs
What is Pretrial Services?
Pretrial Services facilitates the court with information about defendants and makes sure defendants make it to their Court appearances.
How long am I on Supervised Own Recog... ViewView Pretrial Services FAQs
Why have a Juvenile Record sealed?
To insure that adults will not be adversely impacted by their juvenile criminal history.
Where do I go to get a Juvenile Record sealed?
A sealing application can be... ViewView Sealing of Juvenile Files FAQs
Deferred Entry of Judgement
What is Deferred Entry of Judgment (DEJ)?
The Deferred Entry of Judgment Adult Drug Court program places defendants, who are appropriate candidates, on a minimum of 18 mont... ViewView Treatment Services FAQs
What is the day like at the Youth Services Center?
The Probation Department follows state laws and regulations about youth rights and facility conditions. Youth in detention attend school and sp... ViewView Youth Services Center FAQs
