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Purpose

The purpose of the induction is to:

  • receive offenders into CPPS in a timely, consistent, efficient and effective manner
  • check that CPPS has a correct record of the offender's details
  • clearly explain to the offender
    • the requirements of the sentence or order, and
    • the consequences of non-compliance
  • engage offenders in their sentence/order
  • provide offenders with accurate and comprehensive information about:
    • their sentence(s)/order, and
    • rights and complaints procedures
  • identify, assess and manage offenders who:
    • may be at immediate risk of self harm/harm to others, or
    • have immediate needs, and
  • formally notify offenders of their reporting instructions by issuing a written instruction to report (ITR).
Information provided

Good induction:

  • provides probation officers with information they need to establish and effectively manage the sentence/order, and
  • helps offenders understand what is required of them so they can make informed decisions about how they will respond to their sentence, and take responsibility for their actions.

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