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Eligable Parolees Phone In Check Points
By detnews.com
Published: 05/17/2010

A new procedure in which low-risk parolees can call in to an automated system -- rather than report in person to a parole or probation officer -- is expected to be implemented in July in Michigan.

The new "OffenderLink" system comes as the state grapples with thousands of parolees who already don't bother to report to probation officers after release. Critics worry the call-in program could only add to the problem.

Miya Williamson, an officer with UAW Local 6000, which represents 1,344 Michigan parole agents, thinks the call-in program won't provide enough oversight.

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