What is probation/community control?
This is a period of monitored time (1-5 years) where an individual's rights as a citizen are restricted and they must abide by rules and regulations as set by the Court and Judge.
Fine/Cost Review or Hearings to Commit
The courts do not typically arrange for payment plans. Failure to pay could result in further action, such as but not limited to, a hearing, registration blocks, warrant, collections, etc.
What are Probation/Community Control Supervision Fees?
These are financial sanctions applied to each person who is placed on probation/community control or who is being monitored by the probation department for any other reason. These are in addition to any fines, costs, or other fees.
Community Service Work
At times the Judge may Order community service work as a sanction.
Community service worksites are available throughout the County, however, they are limited. They must be a non-profit organization, church, or government agency. We are always trying to recruit new worksites and if someone is interested they should contact one of the Officers listed above.
Community Service Worksites (Partial/pre-approved list) Timesheet for Community Service Work
Electronic Monitoring & House Arrest
House Arrest and Ignition Interlock
Ohio AMS - EMHA ONLY 6479 Brecksville Rd. Independence, OH 44131 (216)
525-3112
http://www.ohioams.com
Evaluations/Treatment
Most times the Judges Order additional sanctions for treatment of some sort. This can be mental health, drug, alcohol, sex offender, general counseling, etc. The Officer will refer the defendant to an appropriate agency. It is then up to the defendant to complete the required evaluation and comply with any recommendations that are made.
Most Often Used Treatment Agencies within Ashtabula County
(alcohol/drug, mental health, theft diversion, residential, other)
AA/NA MEETING VERIFICATION SHEET
Lake Area Recovery Center
(440) 998-0722 http://www.larc.cc
Signature Health
(440) 992-8552 http://signaturehealthinc.com/
Community Counseling Center
(440) 998-4210 http://www.cccohio.com/
Glenbeigh Hospital
(440) 563-3400 http://www.glenbeigh.com
Theft Offender Solutions
1-541-598-4577 or email info@offendersolutions.com
Driver Intervention Program
A 72-consecutive hour program for first time OVI offenders. This is a State Mandated program and the Judge is required to order this as part of a first time offenders sentence.
72 Hour Driver Intervention Program (Ashtabula County)
(links for access to other counties DIP providers)
Lake Area Recovery Center - 2801 C-Court, Ashtabula, Ohio 44004
(440) 998-0722 http://www.larc.cc
Step Ahead - 458 Glacierview Drive, Youngstown, Ohio 44509
(330) 779-3801 or 866-779-3801
Link to all DIP’s - http://www.ovilaw.com/ohio_driver_intervention.asp
Violations
If a defendant fails to comply with any Order or sanction, a violation will most likely be filed. If a violation is filed, the defendant will be required to appear in Court to answer to the alleged violation. If they are subsequently found guilty of violation probation/community control additional penalty may be imposed, including jail time, additional financial penalties, community service work, house arrest, etc. and/or revocation of probation/community control.
Complaints from citizens regarding defendants
Officers cannot act on anonymous accusations alone. If an individual feels a defendant is in violation of their probation/community control sanctions, they are encouraged to contact the assigned Officer. However, the Officer will request something in writing be sent to the department along with the name of the complainant. They may also request an appointment, where the Officer will have the complainant come in and complete a sworn affidavit/statement (which will be notarized by the Court). The Officer will then consider whether or not there is substantial ground to violate the defendant. If the defendant is violated, a subpoena may be issued to the complainant to appear in Court as a witness on the violation.
