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Bench Book
While the Compact does not create a private right of action, this does not leave supervised individuals without recourse under Section 1983. Instead, their claims must be framed as violations of constitutionally protected rights. There are numerous …
Rule
(a) Supervised individuals subject to deferred sentences are eligible for transfer of supervision provided that all other criteria for transfer, as specified in Rule 3.101 Mandatory Transfer of Supervision , subsections (a), (b), and (c) have been …
Bench Book
A key objective of the ICAOS is to facilitate the effective transfer of supervised individuals between states and to manage their return to the sending state through mechanisms other than formal extradition. Consequently, a supervised individual’s …
Rule Definition
Sending State – means a state requesting the transfer of a supervised individual, or which transfers supervision of a supervised individual, under the terms of the Compact and its …
Compact Statute
The Interstate Commission shall promulgate Rules in order to effectively and efficiently achieve the purposes of the Compact including transition rules governing administration of the compact during the period in which it is being considered and enacted …
Quick Reference Guide
Through cooperative action among states, the Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS) regulates the transfer of supervised individuals across state lines. ICAOS enhances public safety and accountability by establishing a single …
Advisory Opinion
Revision (2nd revision) February 4, 2026 Issued by: Harry E. Hageman, Executive Director & Richard L. Masters, Legal Counsel Background Pursuant to Commission Rule 6.101 (c) the State of Missouri has requested an advisory opinion regarding the …
Rule
(a) Notification of travel permits - The receiving state shall notify the sending state prior to the issuance of a travel permit for a supervised individual traveling to the sending state. (b) This rule does not apply to supervised individuals who are …
Rule
A receiving state shall supervise individuals transferred under the interstate compact for a length of time determined by the sending state. History: Adopted November 4, 2003, effective August 1, 2004, amended September 11, 2024, effective November 1, …
Bylaws
Section 1. Fiscal Year. The Commission’s fiscal year shall begin on July 1 and end on June 30. Section 2. Budget. The Commission shall operate on an annual budget cycle and shall, in any given year, adopt budgets for the following fiscal year or years …