Can I attend an out-of-state college if I am on probation or parole?
Yes, if you are a on probation or parole, you are eligible for a transfer of supervision if you meet the following criteria:
What should I do if I need to visit another state?
You must ask your juvenile probation or parole officer if you need a travel permit, as they are required for some juveniles and optional for others. If you are required to have a travel permit, the officer will submit the notification to the ICJ Office before you visit another state.
What if I have to move to a new state immediately? Can the transfer be rushed?
You must let your supervising officer know immediately if you must relocate with your legal guardian. A travel permit will be issued for immediate travel or relocation, prior to a transfer of supervision case acceptance.
The receiving state is required to accept your transfer case if there is no legal guardian remaining in the sending state (where you were adjudicated), but there is a legal guardian in the receiving state.
What if I have already moved to another state?
A transfer of supervision request must be submitted so that you can have a probation or parole officer in the state where you live. You must maintain contact with your supervising officer until the receiving state accepts supervision. The officer must still submit a transfer of supervision referral packet to the receiving state.
How long does the transfer of supervision process usually take?
The approval process may take up to 45 calendar days. To ensure the process occurs in a timely fashion, make sure that the person with whom you will reside is available for the home evaluation visit.
Why am I subject to the Compact rules?
A person on probation or parole must be supervised by authorities in the state where they live. The rules for how this works from state-to-state were adopted by law as part of the Interstate Compact for Juveniles.
What is a “travel permit”?
A travel permit is written permission from your supervising officer that authorizes you to travel from one state to another. This permission is issued and submitted on an official Commission form called the Form VII, Out-of-State Travel Permit and Agreement to Return. Travel permits are required for juveniles on probation or parole who need to travel out-of-state for more than 24 hours if they were:
I need to move to another state. What is the process?
If you are on probation or parole and need to reside in another state (called the receiving state), you must request an interstate compact transfer through your probation or parole officer. If the receiving state agrees to the transfer of supervision request, the you may relocate.
What is an “absconder”?
An “absconder” is a juvenile probationer or parolee who hides or conceals him/herself with the intent to avoid legal process or authorized control.
What is the difference between “probation” and “parole”?
Probation and parole are types of community supervision, but there are differences.
Probation refers to a period of supervision in the community that is ordered by a court in lieu of detention. The youth is required to meet with a probation officer and participate in conditions, such as paying restitution or drug testing. Failure to comply with conditions can result in detention or other consequences.