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Parole Hearings
There are two general classes of inmates in our California prison system. Inmates sentenced to determinate sentences, such as a term of seven years, serve a finite period of time that has been set by the criminal court and, upon expiration of the sentence, they are released. Inmates sentenced to an indeterminate term, such as life with the possibility of parole, are released only after it is determined that he or she is not a current, unreasonable risk of danger to the public. The Board of Parole Hearings conducts life prisoner suitability hearings to determine whether these inmates are suitable for parole.

Inmates serving life sentences become eligible for parole hearings by statute one year prior to their minimum eligible parole date (MEPD). At the hearing, the panel considers all relevant and reliable information in the individual case in order to determine whether the inmate is suitable for release. If an inmate is found unsuitable for parole, statutory law requires that the next hearing be set 3, 5, 7, 10, or 15 years in the future. An inmate who is denied parole may request that his or her hearing be moved to an earlier date, based on a change of circumstances or new information that establishes a reasonable likelihood that consideration of public safety does not require the additional period of incarceration imposed by the denial length that was issued.

Suitability Criteria
Parole suitability hearings are held to determine if an inmate currently poses an unreasonable risk of danger to society if released from prison. The panel will consider “all relevant, reliable information available to the panel” in determining the inmate’s suitability for parole. (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 15, § 2281.)

California Code of Regulations, title 15, section 2281 provides a number of factors tending to show both suitability and unsuitability for parole. These factors are general guidelines and “the importance attached to any circumstance or combination of circumstances in a particular case is left to the judgment of the panel.” (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 15. § 2281, subd. (d).) Factors tending to show an inmate’s suitability include: (1) lack of a juvenile record, (2) stable social history, (3) signs of remorse, (4) motivation for the crime, (5) lack of criminal history, (6) age, (7) understanding and plans for the future, and (8) institutional behavior. (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 15. § 2281, subd. (d)(1)-(9).). The panel will also consider whether the inmate suffered from Battered Woman Syndrome or Intimate Partner Battering at the time of the crime and whether the crime resulted from the inmate’s victimization. (Pen. Code § 4801.) After the panel weighs the evidence, they will consider evidence suggesting unsuitability. The factors of unsuitability include the inmate’s (1) commitment offense, (2) previous record of violence, (3) unstable social history, (4) prior sadistic sexual offenses, (5) psychological factors, including the prisoner’s history of mental problems related to the crime, and (6) institutional misconduct in prison or jail. (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 15. § 2281, subd. (c)(1)-(6).). Additionally, the California Supreme Court has held that an inmate’s lack of insight is a significant factor in determining whether the inmate is currently unsuitable. (In re Shaputis II (2011) 53 Cal.4th 192.)

While the California Supreme Court has found that the Board’s “discretion in parole matters has been described as ‘great’ and ‘almost unlimited’,” if the panel finds the inmate unsuitable for parole, the panel must articulate their decision with evidence supporting their findings. (In re Rosencrantz (2002) 29 Cal.4th 616.) In finding an inmate unsuitable for parole based upon static factors such as the crime or the inmate’s criminal history, the panel must support their decision by showing “some evidence” that “those facts support the ultimate conclusion that an inmate continues to pose an unreasonable risk to public safety.” (In re Lawrence (2008) 44 Cal.4th 1181.) Upon finding that an inmate does not pose an unreasonable risk to society and is therefore suitable for parole, the panel will set a release date in accordance with guidelines set forth in Penal Code section 3041.

Who Participates in the Hearing?
The hearings are conducted by a Commissioner, who is appointed by the Governor and subject to Senate Rules Committee confirmation, and a Deputy Commissioner, who is a civil servant employee of the state. Inmates are entitled to legal counsel at their hearings. The District Attorney from the prosecuting county may ask clarifying questions and render a statement on the question of parole suitability. The victims of the crime and/or their representatives may attend the hearing and address the panel with their comments on suitability and/or the impact of the crime.

Public Comment
Any person may submit information to the Board of Parole Hearings concerning any inmate or parolee. Written comments should be directed to the Classification and Parole Representative at the prison where the hearing will be conducted. Those comments will be included in the inmate’s or parolee’s Central File and will be considered by future hearing panels.

What Happens to a Parole Decision?
Once a decision is final, generally after the 120-day decision review period, the Governor has statutory authority under Penal Code sections 3041.1 and 3041.2 to review parole suitability decisions. Up to 90 days prior to a scheduled release date of an inmate, the Governor may request that the Board review its panel’s decision. When such a request is made, the matter is placed on the Board’s public meeting agenda and the public has the opportunity to give a 5-minute statement on whether the Board’s hearing decision should be upheld. If an inmate was convicted of murder, the Governor may reverse or modify the Board’s decision without referring it back to the Board for review.

Los Santos County Sheriff's Department
Double Faction Permission Information

• Players must ensure that they are able to maintain the activity standard required of their position within the faction and are beholden to the same activity requirements as all other faction members.
• Players with double faction permission between the LSSD and a criminal faction must avoid extensive roleplay with their specific criminal faction which includes investigation, excessive corruption, favors, etc.
• Double faction permission must be obtained BEFORE submitting any sort of application (recruitment, reinstatement, transfer, etc). Failure to do so will result in denial.

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LOS SANTOS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT[/center]

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Los Santos County Sheriff's Department
Deputy Sheriff Lateral

• LATERAL STATUS: Open
  
  SALARY INFORMATION
  Salary includes P.O.S.T., patrol, and longevity bonuses.
  • $6,486.39 - $10,031.43 (BPC) Monthly
    $6,683.68 - $10,336.54 (IPC) Monthly
    $6,886.97 - $10,650.94 (APC) Monthly

• WORKS IN A CUSTODY OR COURT SERVICES ENVIRONMENT
  • Enforces/ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, local ordinances, and judicial compliance orders as necessary.
  • Guards, transports, and maintains the security and safety of sentenced and pre-sentenced inmates by enforcing detention policies and procedures.
  • Oversees the work of and instructs a group of inmates assigned to various operations, maintenance, or other rehabilitative activities.
  • Operates a computer terminal to obtain criminal history information including warrants or other holds, and updates classification or housing information as necessary.
  • Secures prisoners and their property and monies as necessary in compliance with departmental policy and procedures including juvenile detention policy and regulations.
  • Performs various law enforcement duties during a local state of emergency.
  DRIVES A RADIO CAR PATROLLING AREAS TO DETECT CRIMINAL ACTIVITY, PROTECT LIFE AND PROPERTY, AND PRESERVE THE PEACE
  
  • Enforces Federal and State laws and local ordinances.
  • Pursues suspects on foot or in a vehicle.
  • Subdues resisting suspects utilizing necessary force, including firearms, to maintain law and order and ensure personal and other's safety.
  • Detains, arrests, books, and transports suspects.
  • Collects, preserves, and records evidence.
  • Maintains a log and writes arrest reports.
  • Makes traffic stops, issues warnings, and writes traffic citations.
  • Responds to emergency scenes and calls for service to provide assistance and maintain law and order.
  • Recovers lost or stolen property.
  INVESTIGATES EMERGENT AND NON-EMERGENT COMPLAINTS OF CRIMES AND CONDUCTS FOLLOW-UP INVESTIGATIONS
  
  • Investigates victims, witnesses, suspects, and informants.
  • Takes notes, and writes complaint and investigative reports.
  • Searches for, collects, records, and preserves evidence (including contraband).
  • Appears in court to testify in legal proceedings.
  • Serves civil and criminal process papers.
  EXAMPLE OF DUTIES OF A DEPUTY SHERIFF
  • Testify in court
  • Make a forcible arrest
  • Search for and handle evidence/contraband
  • Use a firearm
  • Drive a County vehicle

• CITIZENSHIP
  U.S. citizen -OR- permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for citizenship.
  
  EXPERIENCE
  Candidates must be employed as full-time peace officers in a San Andreas Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified law enforcement agency with two years of continuous peace officer experience at the time of filing.
  
  Full-time experience is defined as a 40-hour work week. Continuous experience is defined as full-time experience gained within two years from date of application.
  
  CERTIFICATE
  Candidates must possess a P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate(s) at the time of filing.
  
  1. A legible copy of the candidate's valid P.O.S.T. Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced certificate and
  2. A legible copy of the candidate's P.O.S.T. profile report must be attached with the application at the time of filing. Documentation will be accepted via e-mail.
  LICENSE
  A valid San Andreas driver's license is required to perform job-related functions. San Andreas candidates must possess a current, non-expired driver's license at the time of filing.
  
  PHYSICAL CLASS
  IV - Arduous
  Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  Candidates must be in good general physical fitness and free from any medical conditions that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the position of Deputy Sheriff Trainee.
  
  PREVIOUS AGENCY
  1. Must not currently be under investigation by internal affairs or the subject of a civil or criminal suit.
  2. Must have resigned from your previous law enforcement agency in good standing.
  3. Must have maintained a clean internal record within your previous agency.
  (( OUT OF CHARACTER
  Prospective lateral candidates must ensure they meet the following out of character requirements:
  
  • Must understand that a transfer request does not guarantee a position within the Sheriff's Department.
  • Must not be using a character previously created for or used at another community, or blatant copies of those characters.
  • Must have been a member of your current faction for a minimum of 2 consecutive months, or if not currently a member, have left only within the last 90 days and was a member for 2 consecutive months or more.
  • Must be a Police Officer II at minimum - transfers are only accepted from the Los Santos Police Department.
  • Must not have any character concerns. (Administrative punishments, OOC mindset, attitude, issues internal to your faction, concerns from faction leadership.)

• OVERVIEW
  1. Lateral Transfer Application
  2. Supplemental Questionnaire
  3. Conditional Offer
  LATERAL TRANSFER APPLICATION
  The first phase of the Los Santos Sheriff's Department's Lateral Transfer Process is the Application for Lateral Transfer. This application is sent to Personnel Administration and starts the competitive lateral entry process.
  
  (( Initiating the process does not guarantee any offer of invitation. As each transfer opening inherently seeks to fill slots, it will be a competitive process. People interested in joining the Sheriff's Department may better be served by entering through our recruitment process unless they feel they have something to offer the faction.
  
  Each step is conducted exclusively through private messaging. Only Executive Staff, Command Staff, and individuals informed by the candidate are made aware of their intention to transfer. It is strongly advised that the candidate informs their faction leadership of their intent to transfer prior to initiating the transfer process, as an unexpected resignation may lead to frustration and potential conflict. It is important to note that our faction is unable to address any issues the candidate may have in their current faction.
  
  SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
  After a preliminary records check into a candidate's employment history as a law enforcement officer, the applicant is evaluated based upon their fitness for the position of a Los Santos County Sheriff's Deputy. Due to the competitiveness of this process, applicants with solid employment histories and work ethics will only be considered.
  
  (( This phase includes a rigorous OOC mindset test used to establish a player's motive in joining the faction and their mannerisms/style of roleplay. As our faction's goal is to provide an environment conducive to good roleplay for all players, players who have the wrong mindset will be weeded out through this questionnaire. This questionnaire is in fact the same one as for recruits. Based upon the answers to this test, a candidate is either deferred or inducted. Candidates who are deferred are welcome to try again next time there are vacancies. ))
  
  CONDITIONAL OFFER
  After supplementary questions have been answered to a satisfactory degree, the candidate is offered conditional employment contingent upon a psychological and medical check.
  
  (( Please note that there are never any guaranteed "equivalencies" between ranks for transfers, and there is no established pattern for transferring in from a high rank. It is obviously impossible for a Police Officer II to be offered any position outside of Deputy Sheriff. Outside of special circumstances (such as important vacancies or manpower shortages), it is unlikely you will be offered any position outside of Deputy Sheriff in general. ))

• GENERAL INFORMATION
  • It is your responsibility to complete this form and provide all required information.
  • This document must be filled out electronically and printed.
  • You must respond to all items and questions. If a question does not apply to you, write “D.N.A.” (does not apply) in the space provided for your response.
  • Send the completed form to the agency which you are laterally transferring to. Do NOT send the form to POST.
  DISQUALIFICATION
  There are very few automatic bases for rejection. Even issues of prior misconduct, such as prior illegal drug use, driving under the influence, theft, or even arrest or conviction are usually not, in and of themselves, automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements or omissions can and often will result in your application being rejected, regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatements/omissions. In fact, the number one reason individuals “fail” background investigations is because they deliberately withhold or misrepresent job-relevant information from their prospective employer.
  
  
  BOTTOM LINE: You are responsible for providing complete, accurate, and truthful responses.
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  (( Submit the application in a PM to the Executive Staff & Command Staff usergroup. ))
  
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  [block=1,20,black,white][size=150]Instructions to the Applicant[/size] 
  
  
  [list][*]It is your responsibility to complete this form and provide all required information.
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  [*]This document must be filled out electronically and printed.
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  [*]You must respond to all items and questions. If a question does not apply to you, write “D.N.A.” (does not apply) in the space provided for your response.
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  [*]Send the completed form to the agency which you are laterally transferring to. Do NOT send the form to POST.[/list]
  
  
  [b]Disqualification[/b]
  
  There are very few [b][i]automatic[/i][/b] bases for rejection. Even issues of prior misconduct, such as prior illegal drug use, driving under the influence, theft, or even arrest or conviction are usually not, in and of themselves, automatically disqualifying. However, [b][i]deliberate misstatements or omissions[/i][/b] can and often will result in your application being rejected, regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatements/omissions. In fact, the number one reason individuals “fail” background investigations is because they deliberately withhold or misrepresent job-relevant information from their prospective employer.
  
  
  [center][size=120][b][i]BOTTOM LINE: You are responsible for providing complete, accurate, and truthful responses.[/i][/b][/size][/center][/block]
  
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  [block=1,5,black,black][color=white][b]1. PERSONAL INFORMATION[/b][/color][/block]
  [block=1,20,black,white][b]1. FIRST NAME[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]2. MIDDLE NAME[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]3. LAST NAME[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]4. DATE OF BIRTH[/b]
  [list=none]Month: MM
  Date: DD
  Year: YYYY[/list]
  
  [b]5. GENDER[/b]
  [list=none][—] Male
  [—] Female
  [—] Other[/list]
  
  [b]6. RACE[/b]
  [list=none][—] White
  [—] Black or African American
  [—] Hispanic or Latino
  [—] American Indian or Alaska Native
  [—] Asian
  [—] Flippino American
  [—] Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
  [—] None of the Above
  [—] Two or More Races[/list]
  
  [b]7. HEIGHT[/b]
  [list=none]In feet: Answer Here
  In inches: Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]8. WEIGHT[/b]
  [list=none]In pounds: Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]9. MARTIAL STATUS[/b]
  [list=none][—] Single
  [—] Married
  [—] Divorced
  [—] Widow
  [—] Legally Separated
  [—] Unknown/Not Applicable[/list]
  
  [b]10. ADDRESS OF PRIMARY RESIDENCY[/b]
  [list=none]Street Number & Name: Answer Here
  City: Answer Here
  State: Answer Here
  Zip: Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]11. PRIMARY PHONE NUMBER[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]12. EMAIL ADDREESS[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]13. ARE YOU CURRENTLY IN GOOD HEALTH?[/b]
  [list=none][—] Yes
  [—] No[/list]
  
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  [block=1,1,black,black][color=white][b]2. EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION[/b][/color][/block]
  [block=1,20,black,white][b]14. NAME OF PREVIOUS AGENCY[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]15. PREVIOUS DEPARTMENT RANK[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]16. CAUSE FOR LEAVING[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]17. DATE OF RESIGNATION/TERMINATION[/b]
  [list=none]Month: MM
  Date: DD
  Year: YYYY[/list]
  
  [b]18. REASON FOR RESIGNATION/TERMINATION[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]19. DESIRED RANK[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]20. DESIRED PATROL STATION[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
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  [block=1,1,black,black][color=white][b]3. EMPLOYEE SUITABILITY REVIEW[/b][/color][/block]
  [block=1,20,black,white][b]21. ARE YOU ON GOOD TERMS WITH THE AGENCY FROM WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING TO TRANSFER FROM?[/b]
  [list=none][—] Yes
  [—] No
  [list=none]If NO, please explain: Answer Here[/list][/list]
  
  [b]22. HAVE YOU BEEN PUNISHED INTERNALLY FOR BREACHING POLICY AT ANY POINT IN YOUR CAREER?[/b]
  [list=none][—] Yes
  [—] No
  [list=none]If YES, please explain: Answer Here[/list][/list]
  
  [b]23. PLEASE DETAIL WHY YOU WISH TO TRANSFER TO THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT AND PROVIDE A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF YOUR AMBITIONS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT. (150 Min.)[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]24. PLEASE PROVIDE THE NAME OF ONE REFERENCE WITHIN YOUR PREVIOUS AGENCY WHO WILL PROVIDE A REFERENCE BASED ON YOUR PERFORMANCE. SUPERVISORS ARE PREFERRED BUT ANY SWORN OFFICER WILL DO[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [float=right][size=85][b]PROCEED TO NEXT PAGE[/b][/size][/float][/block]
  
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  [block=1,1,black,black][color=white][b]4. DECLARATION & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT[/b][/color][/block]
  [block=1,20,black,white]I declare that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I realize that falsification of any information on this application is grounds for disqualification. I further understand that any misrepresentation or omission of facts upon this application will be sufficient cause for cancellation and/or separation from service if I have been employed.
  
  [b]25. SIGNATURE[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]26. DATE[/b]
  [list=none]Month: MM
  Date: DD
  Year: YYYY[/list]
  
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  [block=1,1,black,black][color=white][b](( 5. OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION ))[/b][/color][/block]
  [block=1,20,black,white][b]27. PLEASE PROVIDED A LINK TO A SCREENSHOT TO YOUR EXPANDED ADMINISTRATIVE RECORD[/b]
  [list=none][url=INSERT_LINK_HERE]ACCESS[/url][/list]
  
  [b]28. ARE YOU ATTEMPTING TO JOIN THE FACTION UNDER A DIFFERENT NAME? IF SO, WHAT NAME?[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]29. PLEASE BRIEFLY EXPLAIN WHAT YOU INTEND TO BRING TO THE FACTION IN TERMS OF ROLEPLAY QUALITY AND CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT[/b]
  [list=none]Answer Here[/list]
  
  [b]30. IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN ANOTHER FACTION, PLEASE PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF YOUR DOUBLE FACTION PERMISSIONS[/b]
  [list=none][altspoiler=EVIDENCE][img]IMAGE_GOES_HERE[/img][/altspoiler][/list]
  
  [b]31. LINK TO YOUR RESIGNATION[/b]
  [list=none][url=INSERT_LINK_HERE]ACCESS[/url][/list]
  
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