Maryland Code, CORRECTIONAL SERVICES 6-120
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- including: means includes or including by way of illustration and not by way of limitation. See
- Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
- Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
The Department shall require all parole and probation agents and supervisors, Commission members, and hearing officers to undergo annual training based on the most current research, regarding:
(1) identifying, understanding, and targeting an individual’s criminal risk factors;
(2) principles of effective risk interventions; and
(3) supporting and encouraging compliance and behavior change, including regarding the payment of restitution.