OUR WORK
Commencing operations on July 1st, 2015 as a part of the executive branch of Georgia’s government, the
Department of Community Supervision (DCS) is responsible for the effective and efficient supervision of more
than 200,000 felony offenders.
DCS employs evidence-based practices to hold offenders accountable and reduce the state’s recidivism rate. DCS utilizes a
holistic approach to offender supervision that involves all facets of the community which includes, but is not limited to: victims
and their families, programs for offenders and their families, involvement in community activities, and partnerships with other
criminal justice agencies. We also provide offenders the opportunity to make positive changes while in the community by
providing individual support, programs, and assistance.
HB 310 designated the DCS Board to provide oversight to private and governmental misdemeanor probation entities. While the
supervision responsibility of misdemeanor probation cases does not reside with DCS, we do provide the oversight infrastructure
needed to ensure the integrity of Georgia’s misdemeanor probation system. With the DCS Board and the Board’s Advisory
Council now in place, our focus has shifted to the development of business processes and quality assurance tools. As a critical
next step, we have established a Misdemeanor Probation Oversight Unit within DCS, charged with implementing the rules and
regulations promulgated by the Board.
OUR MISSION
As an integral part of the criminal justice system, we protect and serve all Georgia citizens through effective and efficient
offender supervision in our communities, while providing opportunities for successful outcomes.
OUR VISION
To become the national leader for innovative and progressive community supervision; we will accomplish this by:
Embracing best and next evidence-based practices
Utilizing an integrated approach to improve offender behavior
Effectively coordinating between all concerned stakeholders
Ensuring victim’s voices are heard and victim rights protected
OUR VALUES
Accountability • Integrity • Selfless Service • Teamwork • Personal and Professional Development
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