Probation Week July 18th – July 24th
Written by Post Public Information Representative, Jul 15, 2010, 0 Comments
Courtesy Larry Sanchez,
The Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department will be celebrating Probation Week July 18th-24th to recognize the work that probation, parole and community supervision professionals do for public safety.
Since 1841, the practice of probation and parole has played a vital role in the justice system and community supervision professionals are a critical part of the public safety system.
Today in America, there are over 5 million adults on community supervision and most of these individuals are monitored by probation and parole officers. Monitoring may take the form of home contacts, drug testing, making sure the offender attends counseling sessions and helping offenders to find suitable housing and employment. Many officers also supervise offenders using electronic monitoring equipment which requires expert knowledge of newer technologies.
These professionals are a Force for Positive Change by assisting juvenile and adult offenders to become productive members of society. One day they may play the part of a counselor, the next they are enforcing the rules of an offender’s supervision. They may help a single mother find daycare or a job in order to abide by the conditions of her supervision. They are problem solvers, crime prevention specialists, motivators, educators, facilitators and often times they are the only support system an offender may have.
In recognition of the celebration, a proclamation will be read by Webb County Judge Danny Valdez and City of Laredo Mayor Raul Salinas recognizing and supporting all Probation and Community Supervision Officers in Webb and Zapata County and surrounding areas for their hard work, dedication and commitment. The event will take place Monday, July 19th at 10 a.m. at the Webb County Courthouse located at 1000 Houston.
Members of our community are encouraged to join together during National Probation, Parole & Community Supervision Week to honor those who work to make our communities a safer place to live. For additional information about Probation, Parole & Community Supervision Week, please call the Webb County Community Supervision & Correction Department at (956) 523-4362.
