... . In fact, a 1988 survey indicates that more than half of all probation officers will be the victim of some type of assault or significant hazardous incident during their probation career (Parsonage & Bushey, 1988). One reason for the increased risk is that now probation is being granted to offenders whose criminal acts, prior records, and drug abuse histories are more serious (Petersilia ... visits. (1996, July 30). The Boston Globe, p. B5. Papy, J. E. (1996). Florida's approach to probation and parole staff safety. Topics in Community Corrections, Annual Issue. Longmont, CO: Library In...

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