FAQ's
Cases are assigned to Probation Officers on a random basis as received from the courts. Generally, you will be assigned to the next officer on the list. However, some cases are assigned to specific officers, such as when a defendant is already on probation with a particular officer or when a defendant has been on probation in the past.
Are my records public information?
Adult criminal conviction information is in the public domain, and may be accessed by anyone through the Clerk’s Office. However, specific personal data and information utilized by the Probation Department is not available to the public. Juvenile records are confidential.
What is a Presentence Investigation?
A Presentence Investigation is a background check and social history compiled by the Probation Department prior to sentencing, and provided to the Judge, Prosecutor, and your Attorney. Presentence Investigations are ordered in nearly all felony cases, and in some misdemeanor cases if requested. The information from the Presentence Investigation is used by the Court to assist in determining an appropriate decision in your case. Presentence Investigations are considered confidential information, and are not released to the public.
Probation User’s Fees, drug screen urinalysis fees, and Juvenile Program fees are paid through the Henry County Probation Department. You can either pay in person at the office or you can mail your payment to: Adult Probation Department, 1215 Race St., Ste. 150, New Castle IN 47362 –or– Juvenile Probation Department, 1215 Race St., Ste., New Castle IN 47362. Be sure your name, as well as your cause number, is on the money order. Your cause number is the number which appears on all of your court information, such as 33xxx-xxxx-xx-xxxx. ONLY CASH OR MONEY ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED! We do NOT take personal checks, debit cards, or credit cards. We do have a contract with Government Payment Service, Inc. where you can pay your fees (only those that are payable in the probation office) by credit card. Further information about this service is available at either the Juvenile or Adult Probation Department. All other fees (court costs, restitution, etc.) are paid in the Clerk’s Office.
Does the Clerk’s Office take personal checks or credit cards?
The Clerk’s Office will accept only cash or money orders in payment for court costs, restitution, or other fees ordered payable in the Clerk’s Office. You may pay these fees in person or you may mail payments to: Henry County Clerk’s Office, P.O. Box B, New Castle IN 47362. If you are mailing in your payment, make sure to write your cause number on the money order. Your cause number is the number which appears on all of your court information, such as 33xxx-xxxx-xx-xxxx.
Can my Probation be transferred?
Generally, yes. If you reside in another state or county, you may request to have your probation transferred to your local jurisdiction. However, transfers are subject to approval by the receiving jurisdiction, depending on a number of different criteria. There is also a mandatory transfer fee of $75.00, payable prior to transfer. In addition, all of your other fees you were ordered to pay must be paid up-to-date before a transfer is considered. Probationers who are allowed to transfer to other states or counties are required to abide by the local rules of probation as well as Henry County Probation rules.
Can I leave the state while on probation?
Limited travel permission may be granted to other states during the probation term, with approval of the supervision probation officer. Such travel requires a waiver of extradition, and may be subject to other restrictions, appropriate to your case. Travel permission can also be denied, subject to your current probation status.
How can I get in touch with a Probation Officer?
Your probation officer may be contacted during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. daily for lunch) at: Adult – 765-529-6139 –or– Juvenile – 765-529-9174. You may not be able to speak to your probation officer immediately, but voice mail is available to leave a message.
What should I do if I cannot make or have missed my appointment?
Contact your Probation Officer personally and explain the situation. The Probation Officer will then determine what action will be taken.
What if my child is detained at the Henry County Youth Center?
At the time of your child’s detention, you should be told by the arresting officer that you should call the probation office as early as possible the next regular business day, at 765-529-9174. (We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.) At that time, you will be told when you will meet with a probation officer or, if a court hearing is scheduled, when the court hearing will be held. There are many specific rules concerning the detention of a child at the Henry County Youth Center, and you will be advised of those rules as soon as you meet with the probation officer. Please note you will not be allowed to visit your child until after the probation office has made arrangements for you to do so. If you have further questions, contact our office at 765-529-9174.