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Karen Pank, CPOC

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Karen A. Pank is the Executive Director of the Chief Probation Officers of California

Joined October 2017
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On Saturday, Oct. 24, the @LACProbation, Santa Monica College and barber VicBlends celebrated the launch of a barbering program at Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall/SYTF in Sylmar, connecting young people to training and career opportunities that can continue after their release.
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SBC Probation@SBCprobationOct 26
In recognition of Red Ribbon Week, #SBCProbation visited Terrace View Elementary to educate students on the importance of making healthy choices and living drug-free. #InTheCommunity #RedRibbonWeek
Probation officer educates elementary students on saying no to drugs while his K-9 partner stands beside him.

ALT Probation officer educates elementary students on saying no to drugs while his K-9 partner stands beside him.

Probation officer educates elementary students on saying no to drugs while his K-9 partner stands beside him.

ALT Probation officer educates elementary students on saying no to drugs while his K-9 partner stands beside him.

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View the most recent #LACounty Probation press release here. #LACProbation
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Chief Locatelli with Deputy Probation Officer Hernandez at today's Swearing In. Excited to welcome DPO Hernandez, who has been assigned to our Pretrial Unit.
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SBC Probation@SBCprobationOct 8
#SBCProbation stands with those currently facing breast cancer, celebrating survivors, honoring those we have lost, and recognizing the families, caregivers, and medical professionals who support them. Together, we wear pink in support of hope, strength, and continued progress.
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Proud Probation employees joining the James Rowland Crime Victim Assistance Center, Domestic Violence Survivors, and supporters of those survivors, by wearing purple to spread awareness and commit to ending abuse.
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🎉2026 Contra Costa County Block Party 🎉 In collaboration with Supervisor Ken Carlson and the City of Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County put together a vibrant block party at the Pleasant Hill Library. This free event connected the community with county services-
Four public safety representatives stand behind a community event table at the 2026 Contra Costa County Block Party, smiling under a tent.

ALT Four public safety representatives stand behind a community event table at the 2026 Contra Costa County Block Party, smiling under a tent.

Families and children visit a Contra Costa County Probation outreach booth, speaking with a uniformed officer beneath a tent on a sunny day.

ALT Families and children visit a Contra Costa County Probation outreach booth, speaking with a uniformed officer beneath a tent on a sunny day.

At a sunny outdoor event, a man in an East Bay ANZA 250 poppy T-shirt chats with a smiling vendor in sunglasses behind a display table.

ALT At a sunny outdoor event, a man in an East Bay ANZA 250 poppy T-shirt chats with a smiling vendor in sunglasses behind a display table.

At a Contra Costa County Probation tent, an official and staff warmly greet a woman and two girls at an outdoor information table.

ALT At a Contra Costa County Probation tent, an official and staff warmly greet a woman and two girls at an outdoor information table.

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We recognize and celebrate the Hispanic and Latino #CAProbation professionals who bring their dedication, experience, and commitment to serving their communities each day.
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SBC Probation@SBCprobationOct 6
Congratulations to Supervising Probation Officer L. Hilfer for receiving the 2025 Inland Empire Blue Belles Officer of the Year Award, presented at this year’s Annual Blue Ribbon Breakfast! #SBCProbation #OfficerOfTheYear #IEBlueBelles
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Supervising Probation Officer holding the award and posing with Administration staff for a group photo.

ALT Supervising Probation Officer holding the award and posing with Administration staff for a group photo.

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SBC Probation@SBCprobationOct 3
The San Bernardino County Probation Department hosted an Independent Living Program (ILP) Resource Fair, bringing together community partners and resources to support youth as they prepare for independence. #SBCProbation #IndependentLivingProgram #ILP #CommunityResources
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Probation staff pose for a group photo at the ILP Resource Fair.

ALT Probation staff pose for a group photo at the ILP Resource Fair.

Attendees check in with probation staff at an event booth.

ALT Attendees check in with probation staff at an event booth.

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The James Rowland Crime Victim Assistance Center and Office of Traffic Safety Probation officers participated in this year’s Move Like MADD walk supporting Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Probation raised $535, and the event raised $45,238. Thank you to everyone who supported!
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Read the full statement here: cpoc.org/article/violent-juv…
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SBC Probation@SBCprobationOct 1
#SBCProbation partnered with the @OntarioPD for a CARE outreach operation. Officers contacted 23 individuals experiencing homelessness, offered housing resources & services, & distributed 12 hygiene kits. Five individuals were also taken into custody for outstanding warrants.
Probation officer takes notes while speaking with a seated man inside a makeshift shelter.

ALT Probation officer takes notes while speaking with a seated man inside a makeshift shelter.

Probation officer speaks with a seated man at an outdoor encampment surrounded by debris and vegetation.

ALT Probation officer speaks with a seated man at an outdoor encampment surrounded by debris and vegetation.

Police and probation officers walk through a graffiti-covered drainage tunnel during an outreach operation.

ALT Police and probation officers walk through a graffiti-covered drainage tunnel during an outreach operation.

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Pretrial Community Outreach Event: This Is What Community Looks Like Our Second Annual Community Outreach in Downtown Martinez was one for the books! 💙 🛍️ 50+ sustainability bags, snack bags & cold drinks distributed ✂️ 10–15 fresh haircuts by Kelsey Young of Alchemy -
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Did CA know they designed a flawed policy? Warnings were ignored. ⚠️ New cases held locally include 46% murder/attempted murder + 80% older pop (up to age 25) ⚠️ Felony arrests ⬆️ by 60% during this time ⚠️ Reversing decades of progress in ⬇️ juvenile crime & detention
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@CAProbationSep 18
A juvenile justice system that was making progress has been fundamentally reshaped. This examines what happened after DJJ closed, and the changes needed to restore balance, accountability and meaningful rehabilitation in California’s juvenile justice system. Read here: dailynews.com/2026/09/18/gov…
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A juvenile justice system that was making progress has been fundamentally reshaped. This examines what happened after DJJ closed, and the changes needed to restore balance, accountability and meaningful rehabilitation in California’s juvenile justice system. Read here: dailynews.com/2026/09/18/gov…
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SBC Probation@SBCprobationSep 17
Today’s #SBCProbation Shelter Court assisted 162 clients, with 329 cases resolved. Participants received assistance addressing outstanding misdemeanor cases, while also connecting with resources. Thank you to everyone who helped make today’s event possible.
Judge Uhler assists a shelter court participant with Sheriff’s deputies and Public Defender staff nearby.

ALT Judge Uhler assists a shelter court participant with Sheriff’s deputies and Public Defender staff nearby.

Probation officers and community members gather beneath Homeless Outreach Services tents at an outdoor event.

ALT Probation officers and community members gather beneath Homeless Outreach Services tents at an outdoor event.

Probation officer speaks with a participant beside stacks of backpacks and boxed meals at a community outreach event.

ALT Probation officer speaks with a participant beside stacks of backpacks and boxed meals at a community outreach event.

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Twenty-five years later, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on 9/11, honor the courage and sacrifice of the first responders who ran toward danger, and recognize the countless families and communities forever changed by that day. May we never forget the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the enduring spirit of service, courage, and unity that followed. We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸
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PAWS Pilot Program Meet & Greet with @CCAnimalSrvs Services We teamed up with Animal Services to help our local shelter dogs get socialized, enriched, and adopted! All while simultaneously supporting employee wellness, boosting morale, and encouraging engagement among -
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CalMatters@CalMattersAug 28
The PPIC researchers determined Prop. 47 caused an estimated increase in street homelessness of about 10% between 2015 and 2019. cal.news/3Sf82JL 📸 Carlin Stiehl
Tents and encampments line the streets of the Skid Row neighborhood of Los Angeles on Oct. 8, 2024. Photo by Carlin Stiehl for CalMatters

ALT Tents and encampments line the streets of the Skid Row neighborhood of Los Angeles on Oct. 8, 2024. Photo by Carlin Stiehl for CalMatters

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