probational

Meanings

• noun

  A period during which the progress, behavior, or performance of an individual, especially a criminal offender, is under observation in order to determine whether further legal action is required.

  - "During his probational period, John was required to meet with his probation officer once a week."
  - "After serving time in prison, the judge granted Susan probation and placed her under house arrest."

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Variants

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probation , probational , probationally , probationary , probations

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Etymology

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From the Latin probare, meaning 'to test'.

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Trivia

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1. Probation was first introduced in the United States in the late 19th century.

2. The first probation officer was appointed in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1878.

3. Probation is used in over 60 countries around the world.

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Related Concepts

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1. Parole: Similar to probation, but refers to the release of an offender from prison to serve the remainder of their sentence under supervision in the community.

2. Community Corrections: A term used to describe a range of programs and services designed to supervise and support individuals in the community, including probation and parole.

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Culture

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Probation is a common sentence in criminal law, allowing offenders to serve their sentence in the community under certain conditions. It is intended to rehabilitate offenders and reduce recidivism.

How to Memorize "probational"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the concept of probation as a bridge between prison and freedom, with an individual being closely supervised and monitored to ensure they do not reoffend.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word probation with the idea of a second chance, as it allows individuals to serve their sentence in the community and reintegrate into society.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym P.R.O.B.A.T.I.O.N., where each letter stands for a key component of the probation process: Probation Officer, Reporting, Observe, Behave, Accountable, Treatment, Intervention, and Opportunity.

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