The California Probation Connection

Lake County Chief Probation Officer Wendy Mondfrans joins us in this episode to discuss Lake County Probation's annual Resilient Reentry Event. Learn more about #CAProbation and the Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) here: https://linktr.ee/caprobation

Chief Brian Passenheim of Placer County Probation joins us in this episode to reflect on his first year serving as Chief Probation Officer. Learn more about #CAProbation and the Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) here: https://linktr.ee/caprobation

CPOC President and Contra Costa County Chief Probation Officer Esa Ehmen-Krause joins us in this episode to talk about what 2026 looks like for California Probation. Learn more about #CAProbation and the Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) here: https://linktr.ee/caprobationSubscribe to our Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@CAProbation

CPOC President and San Joaquin County Chief Probation Officer Steve Jackson joins us in this episode to recap the 2025 year for California Probation. Learn more about #CAProbation and the Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) here: https://linktr.ee/caprobation?utm_source=linktree_admin_shareSubscribe to our Youtube Channel here: https://youtube.com/@CAProbation?si=sXucX2zxpSgIz1g_

In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of probation and discuss just some of the efforts used to address the complex mental and behavioral health needs of individuals on their journey toward reentry.

In this episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics between incentives and sanctions within the world of probation. More specifically, how do we strike the right balance between the carrot and the stick?

In this episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics between incentives and sanctions within the world of probation. More specifically, how do we strike the right balance between the carrot and the stick?

In this episode, we delve into the intricate dynamics between incentives and sanctions within the world of probation. More specifically, how do we strike the right balance between the carrot and the stick?

In this episode, we showcase a panel discussion following the premiere of "Jetro's Journey," a documentary highlighting the life of Jetro, a young man under the care of Sacramento County Probation's supervised foster care program. The panel explores the transformative impact of probation officers and resource parents on the lives of individuals like Jetro.

For Probation Services Week, we sat down with Marlon Yarber, the Chief Probation Officer of Sacramento County, to hear about his professional journey and discuss how the work of probation has evolved. We also explored whether the mission has remained the same and how it aims to effectuate change for the improvement of our communities.