UNDERSTANDING WHEN TO USE PROGRESS REPORTS VS. VIOLATION REPORTS

Once supervision responsibilities are transferred to the receiving state, status information and supervision updates are shared with the sending state using ICOTS. There are two reporting mechanisms states can use when they need to send formal communications through ICOTS on a Compact case: Progress Reports and Violation Reports. While both serve as essential mechanisms for conveying information, they operate within distinct contexts and fulfill unique purposes.

The Commission enforces compliance not as a punitive measure, but to facilitate smooth Compact operations and adherence to its mission. This approach promotes cooperation and supports continuous process improvement. This compliance guide aims to provide states with the necessary tools, best practices, and instructions to effectively address compliance challenges and adhere to the rules and regulations of the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS).

This guide supports court professionals implementing the supervision of individuals transferring through the Compact.

Topics addressed within the guide include:

• Who transfers through the Compact;
• How does a supervised individual apply for interstate transfer;
• Are states obligated to accept interstate compact transfer requests;
• Does transferring through the Compact change the terms of supervision;
• Can individuals relocate without using the Compact;
• How does the use of the Compact affect the use of extradition proceedings;

This practice guide assists Compact offices in navigating procedures for electronic signatures.

Topics addressed within the guide include:

• Background on legality of electronic signatures;
• Responsibilities , procedures and best practices when utilizing electronic signatures; and
• Validity of electronic witness signatures

This guide supports extradition professionals managing the return of supervised individuals who transfer to another state through the Interstate Compact.

Topics addressed within the new guide include:

• Who is subject to the Compact;
• Differences between traditional extradition and Compact returns;
• Reasons for a return under the Compact;
• How retakings and returns are managed; and,
• When and how to use each state’s Compact office.

This guide supports jail officials managing detention and disposition of individuals on interstate compact supervision.

Topics addressed within the new guide include:

• Wh transfers through the Compact;
• How does a supervised individual apply for an interstate transfer;
• Why would a transferred individual be returned to the sentencing state;
• What happens after a supervising state initiates retaking;
• What are the holding requirements for the return of supervised individuals;
• Who bears the incarceration cost for a Compact supervised individual;
• Are there other implications of using the Compact;
• How does the user of the Compact affect the use of extradition proceedings

This guide offers parole officials useful information and practical insights for implementing the Compact.

Topics addressed within the guide include:

• Who transfers through the Compact;
• When may an individual begin the transfer application;
• Why would a transferred individual be returned to the sentencing state;
• What happens after the supervising state initiates behavior requiring retaking;
• When does the 30 days allowed for retaking start or how is it calculated;
• How does the use of the Compact affect the use of extradition proceedings;
• Are there other implications of using Compact;