How does my parole or probation officer know if I have been arrested for a new offense?

Your parole or probation officer (PO) will be notified if you are arrested for a new offense in Kansas. The arresting Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) is required to report your arrest to the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC). If the incident is reported to the KDOC, your PO will be notified and will begin an investigation to determine if an official violation report needs to be filed against you. As part of the investigation, your PO may question you directly to determine the circumstances of the arrest. Your PO may also search for any criminal records related to the incident, and contact the LEA to gather additional information. Additionally, court documents can be used to verify your arrest if it occurred within the State of Kansas. In some cases, your PO may require you to submit to an urinalysis or breathalyzer test in order to determine if you have violated your probation or parole. If the PO decides to file an official violation report, you will be required to appear before a judge for a violation hearing. The outcome of the hearing will determine if you remain on probation or parole, or if your parole or probation is revoked and you are returned to prison. If you are arrested for any type of crime in Kansas, it is important for you to inform your PO as soon as possible and to cooperate with their investigation.

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