Special Conditions

All special conditions must be included on every case plan. This will ensure both offender and staff are aware of and understand the conditions of supervision set by the court or parole commission. Though offenders will more than likely be familiar with their legally-imposed conditions, the case plan will serve as a reinforcement of these parameters.

Responsibilities

Case plans outline responsibilities for staff as well as offenders. Ultimately, the responsibility for making a lifestyle change is up to each offender. Having all offender responsibilities written down in a clear and concise fashion clarifies tasks that need to be accomplished during the supervision period. There must be consequences when offenders do not follow through or complete these tasks and responsibilities in the allotted time. To be most effective, sanctions should be applied for each and every violation, with certainty and swiftness, and in proportion to the seriousness of the violation. Offenders should be clear that severe or repeated non-compliance would result in their incarceration.