My brother lives in California and will be off probation in June 07. Last week our mother was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. He has asked for a transfer and was told NO. The PO did give him a pass to come to Oregon for 7 days. (attend mom's dr & chemo appts) He is the oldest child and my mom really wants him with her. Is there a family leave act for parolees, or people on probation? I'm afraid in June my mom might not be here.

Fr_Chuck

no, there is no "leave" from probation, he will be one it, till it is over.

And only the probation department can give him permission for a visit or for a move. And no they don't have to let him move. Varoius states have agreements ( or don't have agreements) about interstate transfer of probaton or parole people.

He could appeal this to the supervisor, and hire an attorney to attempt to get it done.

excon

Hello flora:

What the Padre said, only amplified.

Not only COULD he appeal the decision, but he SHOULD. FIRST, however, he needs to line up his ducks.

Yes, PO's care about a convicts parents........ But, they care about him obeying the law more. BEFORE your brother appeals, he needs: 1) a job, 2) a place to live, 3) permission from the receiving state, and 4) a clear conduct record.

WHEN he has all those, he frames his WRITTEN appeal from the perspective that he MEETS the criteria for a transfer, and would they please expedite his request.

excon