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Rule Definition
Waiver – means the voluntary relinquishment, in writing, of a known constitutional right or other right, claim or privilege by a supervised …
Bench Book
The ICAOS rules do not provide a supervised individual the right to counsel in a probable cause hearing. However, as noted above, the Supreme Court has concluded that a supervised individual may be entitled to counsel in some circumstances. Gagnon , …
Quick Reference Guide
The Commission enforces compliance not as a punitive measure, but to facilitate smooth Compact operations and adherence to its mission. This approach promotes cooperation and supports continuous process improvement. This compliance guide aims to provide …
Advisory Opinion
Issued by: Don Blackburn, Executive Director and Richard L. Masters, Legal Counsel Background: Pursuant to Rule 6.101 the state of Washington has requested an advisory opinion as to whether or not supervised individuals subject to the state’s “deferred …
Rule Definition
Deferred Sentence – means a sentence the imposition of which is postponed pending the successful completion by the supervised individual of the terms and conditions of supervision ordered by the …
Bench Book
Article II of the ICAOS sets forth the definitions of key terms used throughout the compact. These defined terms govern interpretation of the compact and are applied consistently in the commission’s rules, advisory opinions, and related guidance. …
Rule
Proposed new rules or amendments to the rules shall be adopted by majority vote of the members of the Interstate Commission in the following manner. (a) Proposed new rules and amendments to existing rules shall be submitted to the Interstate Commission …
Policies
I. Authority The Executive Committee is vested with the power to adopt a policy on behalf of the Interstate Commission during periods when the Interstate Commission is not in session. The Executive Committee oversees the day-to-day activities managed by …
Rule Definition
Substantial Compliance– means that a supervised individual is sufficiently in compliance with the terms and conditions of his or her supervision so as not to result in initiation of revocation of supervision proceedings by the sending state. Reference: …
Bench Book
Because compacts are statutes and contracts, courts interpret interstate compacts in the same manner as interpreting ordinary statutes and by applying contract law principles. When determining whether a state or compact agency applied the …