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Time to Register! CPOC & CPOC Foundation Statewide Conference 2024
Supporting Excellence in California Probation: Strategies for Success Conference
CPOC and CPOC Foundation are thrilled to announce the opening of registration for our upcoming statewide conference, Supporting Excellence in California Probation: Strategies for Success! This transformative training event aims to educate and elevate probation professionals throughout California, providing attendees opportunities to expand their knowledge, skills, and tools to enhance their probation work across the state.
The conference will delve into various topics, focusing on key areas of probation’s work, including:
- Support for foster youth in the juvenile justice system
- The juvenile justice continuum, including SB 823 implementation
- Working with adults in the justice system including: reentry, supervision, and connections to services
- Pretrial programs and services
Join us in Anaheim for this one-of-a-kind conference!
Dates: June 24-26, 2024
Conference Registration: Register HERE
Cost: $575 ($356.25 STC reimbursable)
Hotel Information – book your room today and save!
Anaheim Marriott
700 W Convention Way
Anaheim, CA 92802
Link to Reserve Room: Reserve HERE
Discounted Room Rate: $209 a night (not including local/state tax or fees)
The deadline to book under the discounted conference rate is June 2, 2024. Save money by booking your hotel stay today to take advantage of the discounted rate.
Schedule of Events
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Sunday, June 23, 2024 |
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Welcome Reception (TBD) |
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Monday, June 24, 2024 |
8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
General Sessions, Breakouts, Exhibitor Hall |
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Tuesday, June 25, 2024 |
8:00 am – 4:30 pm |
General Sessions, Breakouts, Exhibitor Hall |
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Wednesday, June 26, 2024 |
8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
General Sessions |
STC’s pending approval for 19 STC hours
For more information contact please contact conference@cpoc.org.
Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and Chief Probation Officer Fuchs Recognize Probation Staff During Probation Services Week
SONOMA COUNTY, Calif., — Last week, the Board of Supervisors and Chair Lynda Hopkins recognized the Sonoma County Probation Department during “Probation Services Week” and invited probation staff to share their stories.
Imperial County Supervisors Honor Probation Staff
From Desert Review
EL CENTRO — On Tuesday, July 22, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting in the Board Chambers at the County Administration Center in El Centro.
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Big Sur Foundation to Sponsor a Half Marathon Inside Monterey County Juvenile Detention Center
From Monterey Herald
Carmel, Calif., – July 23, 2025 - It started with a thought, then a phone call, some brainstorming and the willingness to provide a foundation.
In conjunction with the Big Sur Marathon Foundation, the Monterey County Juvenile Detention Center in Salinas has turned a vision into a reality with the inaugural Hall Half run.
Friday, ten incarcerated individuals between the ages of 17-23 will run 124 laps around a paved track inside the fences of the juvenile detention center. The 8 a.m. race will be an official half-marathon – 13.1 miles.
“These are the kind of things the Big Sur Marathon Foundation wants to be a part of,” Marathon Executive Director Jennifer Edwards said. “If we can change just one life, we’re all in. Our aim is to give these guys the tools and confidence to build a healthier, safer and active life.”
San Diego County Probation Youth Shine at Theater Camp
From San Diego County News Center. By Yvette Urrea Moe
SAN DIEGO, Calif., – July 23, 2025 - Three Probation youth not only got to help build theater sets backstage at the La Jolla Playhouse, they also got to build their self-esteem and their resumes.
The youth are students at the Youth Transition Campus and the week-long Tech Theatre Training camp is done in partnership with the theater, the San Diego County Office of Education and the County Probation Department.
“Programs like these support the long-term success of Probation youth by enriching their lives with creativity, structure, and opportunity,” said Mike Whatley, Probation division chief.
Whatley explained several reasons why programs like the theater camp are important for probation-involved youth. The young people get hands-on technical and creative skill development, and they get to see themselves as capable and talented individuals, sometimes for the first time. This can help them build their self-esteem and give them a sense of purpose, he said.
San Francisco Juvenile Probation Marks Probation Services Week with History, Art, and Friendly Competition
SAN FRANCISCO – This week, the San Francisco Juvenile Probation Department (JPD) proudly celebrated Probation Services Week 2025 by honoring the vital, compassionate, and often unsung work of its dedicated professionals who serve youth and young adults in the juvenile justice system.
With a mix of history, art, and camaraderie, the week’s events showcased the department’s deep roots in San Francisco and its ongoing commitment to safe, rehabilitative, and community-centered services.
Message from CPOC President Chief Steve Jackson in Honor of Probation Professionals: Probation Services Week 2025
During this Probation Services Week 2025, I want to extend my deepest appreciation to the dedicated professionals working in probation departments across California.
Santa Barbara Probation Department’s Compliance Operation Yields Two Arrests
From Noozhawk.
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif., — July 17, 2025 — The Santa Barbara County Probation Department on July 17 conducted a countywide compliance operation with a focus on supervised clients convicted of sex offenses.
Probation Department’s Compliance Operation Yields Two Arrests
From Noozhawk.
July 19, 2025 – The Santa Barbara County Probation Department on July 17 conducted a countywide compliance operation with a focus on supervised clients convicted of sex offenses.
During the action, 24 locations were visited and 12 searches conducted in the Santa Maria, Orcutt, Lompoc, Santa Barbara, and Goleta areas. In the Santa Maria area, the Santa Maria Police Department joined the Probation Department effort.
Officers Arrest Five During Paso Robles Probation and Parole Compliance Sweep
From Paso Robles Daily News.
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif., — July 17, 2025 — Law enforcement agencies conducted a citywide probation and parole compliance operation in Paso Robles on July 14, resulting in the arrest of five individuals and the seizure of illegal contraband.
Man Accused of Setting Probation Officer on Fire in Stockton Charged with Attempted Murder
From RecordNet.
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY, Calif., — July 17, 2025 — A man accused of arson and attempted murder against a probation officer in Stockton this month could face more than 50 years in prison, if convicted.
Ronald L. Miller II Sworn In as Ventura County’s Chief Probation Officer
From KEYT.
VENTURA COUNTY, Calif., — July 15, 2025 — Ronald L. Miller II was officially sworn in, on Monday, July 14, 2025, as Chief Probation Officer of the Ventura County Probation Agency. The Ventura County Board of Supervisors appointed Miller to the position on June 24, 2025, following an extensive statewide recruitment process.
Juvenile Detention Facility Programs Offer Chances for Betterment
By George Johnston in Red Bluff Daily News
RED BLUFF, Calif., July 9, 2025 — Chief Probation Officer Pam Gonzalez and Superintendent Todd Hansen recently gave a presentation on the performance of the Tehama County Juvenile Detention Facility’s programs and services.
The Connector Newsletter – August 12, 2025
California Probation Creating Safer Communities Through Accountability & Opportunity
In this issue of The Connector, read stories of hope and inspiration of how California Probation is helping create safer communities by focusing on holding justice-involved individuals accountable while helping them transition out of the system permanently through transformative and evidence-based rehabilitation. Probation Departments are a connector in the justice system, interlacing and maximizing the resources available within our systems and communities to reduce recidivism by carefully balancing direct human services and research-based interventions.
El Dorado County Probation Success Story: Mindi’s Journey from Probation Client to Probation Officer
Sacramento, Calif., July 14, 2025 – Mindi’s story is a profound journey of transformation, healing, and ultimately giving back to her community. As someone who once walked through the system as a probationer, she now has the ability to serve her community as a Deputy Probation Officer, for the El Dorado County Probation Department. Mindi’s life embodies the power of accountability paired with rehabilitation opportunities.
County Spotlight: Stanislaus County Probation Success Story – When Support and Accountability Meet
Sacramento, Calif., July 7, 2025 – For Juan, the journey through Stanislaus County Probation has been more than a chance to follow rules — it’s been an opportunity to rebuild his future, step by step, with accountability, guidance, support, and hope.
Madera County Offers Free Tattoo Removal to Help Residents Reclaim their Futures
From FOX 26 News
Madera, Calif., June 30, 2025 – The Madera County Probation Department is offering residents a fresh start with free tattoo removals, a program that has been running monthly for nearly a year. Mobile Tattoo Removal Experts host the clinic, where residents simply need to line up to participate.
Mono County Probation “Courage to Change” Earns National Achievement Award
From Sierra Wave
MONO COUNTY, Calif., June 30, 2025 – Mono County Probation’s Batterer’s Program, Courage to Change, recently received a National Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
Yolo County Launches Innovative Program to Rehabilitate Youth with Animals
From FOX 40. By Chloe Curtis.
YOLO COUNTY, Calif., June 30, 2025 – A new program in Yolo County is shaping how the youth at its juvenile detention facility are rehabilitated.
The Yolo County Probation Department and Yolo County Animal Services recently introduced the program Paws for Change. The program allows youth at the juvenile detention facility to care for foster kittens before they are ready for adoption.
Staff said that since the program’s launch in late May, there have been zero disciplinary issues among the youths participating. For many youths at the facility, it’s the first time they have ever been responsible for an animal.