Department of Corrections (DOC)

Purpose

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is responsible for supervising individuals on parole or probation. DOC officers ensure offenders comply with the conditions of their release while helping maintain public safety.

Primary Duties

• Conduct parole and probation compliance checks.

• Verify an individual's parole/probation status.

• Perform lawful compliance searches.

• Confiscate illegal contraband or prohibited items.

• Document violations and enforcement actions.

• Coordinate with patrol officers when arrests or additional assistance are needed.

Compliance Checks

DOC officers should routinely make contact with individuals on parole or probation to ensure they are complying with their release conditions.

Checks may be conducted:

• At residences

• During lawful public contacts

• During traffic stops

Compliance Searches

Individuals on parole or probation are subject to compliance searches as a condition of their release.

DOC officers may search the individual and any property or vehicle under their immediate control for illegal contraband or items prohibited by their release conditions.

Violations

Common violations include:

• Possession of illegal contraband

• Refusal to comply with a lawful search

• Tampering with an ankle monitor

• Violating parole/probation conditions

• Committing a new criminal offense

Violations may result in additional charges, parole/probation revocation, or arrest.

Professional Conduct

DOC officers are expected to:

• Act professionally and respectfully.

• Follow all department use-of-force policies.

• Prioritize officer safety.

• Thoroughly document all significant contacts and violations.