- New York City Department of Probation
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A New York City Department of Probation patch. The New York City Department of Probation is a department of the government of New York City responsible for providing supervision for adults and juveniles placed on probation by judges in the Supreme, Criminal, and Family courts.[1] In addition, Probation officers are responsible for preparing background reports that assist judges in determining appropriate sentences for adult offenders and juvenile delinquents.
Probation Officers are New York State peace officers authorized to make warrantless arrests, carry handcuffs, OC spray, and a firearm on and off duty. Per the Criminal Procedure Law, probation officers have peace officer status on and off duty.
See also
- List of law enforcement agencies in New York
- Law enforcement in New York City
- New York State Division of Probation and Correctional Alternatives
References
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- Government departments of New York City
- Probation departments of the United States
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