RT Article
T1 An Examination of Probation Officers’ Views on the Mental Health of People on Misdemeanor Probation in Florida
JF American journal of criminal justice
VO 50
IS 5
SP 1044
OP 1065
A1 Jossie, McKenzie L.
A1 Lane, Jodi 1967-
A2 Lane, Jodi 1967-
LA English
YR 2025
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1939735645
AB Although the majority of people in the criminal justice system are serving their sentences in the community, research has primarily examined the collateral consequences of mass incarceration. Considering the pervasiveness of probation, it is critical to understand how being on misdemeanor probation impacts life outcomes, including mental health. We examine the influence of misdemeanor probation on mental health in Florida according to probation officers through a survey (N = 46 officers). Findings indicate that there is significant variation in officer perceptions of client mental health by political orientation, incarceration of family and friends, officer style, and perceived difficulty of client supervision. Findings from the study shed light on one perspective of this understudied population and may provide useful information to Florida misdemeanor probation agencies to enhance the processes and increase understanding among stakeholders about the experiences of people on probation.
K1 Collateral consequences
K1 Mental Health
K1 Misdemeanor
K1 Probation
K1 Probation Officer
DO 10.1007/s12103-025-09836-5