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Steps to take

The following table outlines the steps to take to prepare the paperwork and update IOMS for a breach action.

Step

Action

1

Obtain all relevant information regarding the breach from any staff.

Note: This evidence is important should the offender plead not guilty.

2

  • Complete the checklist provided, and
  • obtain the service manager's signature on it for the intended action.

3

Prepare the following breach documents and create a breach file:

  • information
  • summary of facts, and
  • letter to court for warrant (if appropriate).

Enter the relevant details in the IOMS breach screens.

If there is more than one breach of conditions, use a separate Information form for each breach.

Note: A service manager is to check the breach before proceeding past this point.

4

Following completion of the breach screens in IOMS, transmit the information to court to generate a court record number (CRN).

5

Print a copy of an up-to-date previous convictions list.

6

Update IOMS casenotes.

7

File all information relevant to prosecuting the breach in the breach file for the hearing.



Summary of facts

The summary of facts should contain the following information:

  • details of the original conviction(s) and sentence (including sentence end date)
  • details of when the offender was instructed to report (if applicable)
  • date, time and details supporting the allegation that an offence was committed
  • details of any explanation or excuse provided by the offender for the alleged offence
  • details of actions taken by the probation officer to get the offender to comply (if applicable)
  • amount of reparation sought for the loss of/damage to any electronic monitoring equipment. 

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