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Adults with Behavioral Health Needs under Correctional Supervision
Technical Violation—Procedural infractions of probation or parole conditions, which may include behaviors that would otherwise not be considered crimes, such as consumption of alcohol, failure to attend mandated programs, default on court fee payment plans, failure to report as instructed, or changing of an address without prior permission.156 Therapeutic Community (TC)—“Traditionally, this is a long-term (up to 24 months) rehabilitative model that relies mainly on peer staff and on work as education and therapy. Other staff include treatment and mental health professionals and vocational and educational counselors. The aim here is a global change in a person’s lifestyle, focused on developing vocational, educational, and social skills. Most residents have been involved with the criminal justice system.”157