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Questions and Answers about Probation and Parole in Philadelphia, Lecture notes of Criminal Justice

Answers to frequently asked questions about probation and parole in philadelphia, including definitions, locations, reporting requirements, employment, economic sanctions, rules and regulations, technical and direct violations, and violation hearings.

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  • What is the difference between probation and parole?
  • What are some examples of special conditions of probation and parole?
  • What should I do if I am ordered to find employment?

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FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA
PHILADELPHIA ADULT PROBATION & PAROLE DEPARTMENT
QUESTION & ANSWER INFORMATION
What is PROBATION?
Probation is an alternative to incarceration in which the offender is permitted to serve the entire
sentence in the community, under the supervision of the Adult Probation / Parole Department
(APPD).
What is PAROLE?
Parole is an alternative to continued incarceration in which the offender is permitted to serve the
remainder of the sentence in the community under APPD supervision.
Where is the Philadelphia Adult Probation Department located?
1401 Arch Street (the corner of Broad and Arch Streets)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
How can I find out who my Probation/Parole Officer is?
Call Probation Information at 215-683-1000
(Give your name and date of birth)
What are SPECIAL CONDITIONS?
Obligations imposed by the sentencing Judge which the offender must satisfy in order to
complete their sentence
What are some examples of Special Conditions of Probation/Parole?
Complying with APPD Rules & Regulations
Pay Economic Sanctions
Enter or attend Treatment
Obtain a GED
Submit to Drug Testing
If I am in jail, what should I do once I am released?
Upon your release, report to APPD within 72 Hours.
o If already on Probation or Parole – report to your PO at 1401 Arch St.
o If you are not already assigned to a PO– report to the Probation Department
Intake Unit, located in Room B-01 in the Criminal Justice Center (13th and
Filbert Streets).
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FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA

PHILADELPHIA ADULT PROBATION & PAROLE DEPARTMENT

QUESTION & ANSWER INFORMATION

What is PROBATION? Probation is an alternative to incarceration in which the offender is permitted to serve the entire sentence in the community, under the supervision of the Adult Probation / Parole Department (APPD).

What is PAROLE? Parole is an alternative to continued incarceration in which the offender is permitted to serve the remainder of the sentence in the community under APPD supervision.

Where is the Philadelphia Adult Probation Department located? 1401 Arch Street (the corner of Broad and Arch Streets) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107

How can I find out who my Probation/Parole Officer is? Call Probation Information at 215-683- (Give your name and date of birth)

What are SPECIAL CONDITIONS? Obligations imposed by the sentencing Judge which the offender must satisfy in order to complete their sentence

What are some examples of Special Conditions of Probation/Parole?

  • Complying with APPD Rules & Regulations
  • Pay Economic Sanctions
  • Enter or attend Treatment
  • Obtain a GED
  • Submit to Drug Testing

If I am in jail, what should I do once I am released?

  • Upon your release, report to APPD within 72 Hours. o If already on Probation or Parole – report to your PO at 1401 Arch St. o If you are not already assigned to a PO– report to the Probation Department Intake Unit, located in Room B-01 in the Criminal Justice Center (13th and Filbert Streets).

The Judge ordered me to find employment, what should I do?

  • Discuss your employment goals and plans with your Probation Officer
  • Request assistance in preparing for your interview
  • Provide verification of the places you have contacted
  • Ask your PO to intervene with a prospective employer who may have concerns regarding you criminal record.

What if I am already employed, what should I do?

  • Provide regular verification of employment & work schedule
  • Advise Officer of any employment, or work schedule changes
  • If necessary, ask your PO for flexibility regarding your reporting time to allow for the minimal disruption of work hours.

What are Economic Sanctions? Economic Sanctions are monetary obligations determined and ordered by the sentencing Judge. They can include:

  • Fines/Costs
  • Restitution
  • Supervision Fees

Always pay Something, No matter how small

Economic Sanction payments can be made in person @ Adult Probation/Parole Department 1401 Arch Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102 Attn: Accounting Unit -OR- Criminal Justice Center 1301 Filbert Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 Attn: Accounting Unit

What are the rules and regulations of a probation and parole?

  • You may not possess or carry a firearm or deadly weapon.
  • You may not travel outside of Philadelphia without permission from your PO.
  • Respond promptly to any summons to appear in Court.
  • Notify your officer within 72 hours if any of the following occur: o A new arrest o A change of address o A change of employment
  • You may be subject to random drug testing and home visits from your PO.
  • You may be subject to attend a Life Skills Training course