Can a Probation Officer disclose to the Probationer the name of someone who reported a Violation? ~ "Best Answer" on AVVO ~ Call Michael A. Haber, Esq. @ 1-888-SHARK-8-1
Q: Is it standard protocol for a probation officer to disclose who specifically reported violations to the felon? Recently I reported multiple violations of a felon who had been in my home. The probation officer specifically told the felon who reported them. The officer additionally admitted this in front of me, her supervisor and another officer. Is that legal or break any whistle blowing laws? It just seems illegal and has put me in danger so that now I fear retaliation as they have not yet been violated.
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Answered . No. That is not standard. Disclosing information about one's accuser is the job of the State Attorney, NOT a probation officer. The PO's job is plainly and simply to supervise and to report... TO THE COURT (caps intentional) and to no one else. I would argue that what this PO did is completely and utterly improper - and irresponsible too boot.
Whether or not it is "illegal" I cannot say but I can tell you that you are 100% free to file a formal grievance against the PO with her/his agency. I am standing firm and calling BS on this PO's behavior. My advise stands: Report her / him and file a formal grievance.
You are 100% correct in asserting that you may have been intentionally (at worst) or recklessly (at best) placed in harm's way and any reasonable person would fear retaliation.
I hope that I have been helpful in answering your question.
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