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County Probation
County Probation and Community Control
Eastern & Western Divisions [pdf format]

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

No Probation Business after 4 pm



Judge Harold E. Specht Jr.
Eastern County Court
25 West Jefferson Street
Jefferson, Ohio 44047
Court Phone: (440) 576-3617
Fax:  (440) 576-3441

Judge Casey P. O'Brien
Western County Court
117 West Main Street
Geneva, Ohio 44041
Court Phone: (440) 466-1184
Fax:  (440) 466-7171
Table of Contents

 1  County Probation Officers
 2  What is probation/community control?
 3  Fine/Cost Review or Hearings to Commit
 4  What are Probation/Community Control Supervision Fees?
 5  Community Service Work
 6  Electronic Monitoring & House Arrest
 7  Evaluations/Treatment
 8  Driver Intervention Program
9  Violations
10  Complaints from citizens regarding defendants



County Probation & Community Control (Misdemeanor Cases ONLY)

Eastern Division

Probation Officer - Sarah Newland Phone: (440) 576-3063

smnewland@asthabulacounty.us Fax: (440) 576-3441

25 West Jefferson St.

Jefferson, Ohio 44047

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Western Division

Probation Officer - Lind'e Carr Phone: (440) 576-3436

lrcarr@ashtabulacounty.us Fax: (440) 466-7171

117 West Main St.

Geneva, Ohio 44041

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For information on:

Felony Cases - 440-576-9900

Ashtabula City Cases - 440-992-7131

Conneaut City Cases - 440-593-7410


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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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