Vision of the Stephenson County Probation Department
- Offenders take accountability for their behavior and enhance their skills to lead a law abiding life.
- Victims of crime are ensured a voice and receive reparation.
- Community resources match the needs of the offender and are grounded in evidence based principles and practices.
- Our communities benefit from reduced recidivism and confidently invest in the criminal justice system and its necessary resources.
- We utilize effective assessment tools and adopt a philosophy that individuals receive services according to their needs
