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SB Sheriff SWAP Form

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Thank you for your interest in the Santa Barbara Sheriffs Office Electronic Monitoring I Sheriff's Work Alternative Programs. The court does not guarantee acceptance into these programs, Sheriff's Office personnel determine program eligibility. If you don't speak English, you must bring an interpreter (18 years or older) to your interview and if you are accepted, the nterpreter must accompany you through the booking process.
You must reside in the Tri-Counties (San Luis Obispo County, Santa Barbara County, or Ventura County) while participating in the program. If you reside outside the Tri-Counties, . your application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Participants may work outside of the Tri-Counties area, but must return daily to an address within the Tri-Counties unless supervisor approval has been received.
Please follow the instructions below. You must complete this application completely in blue or black ink.
You must turn in the following documents with this application:
  • Valid government photograph identification
  • Proof of residency (current address on valid government ID OR an item of mail addressed to the applicant which lists the address of residence, such as a utility bill or government correspondence OR a copy of a lease/rental agreement signed by the property owner OR proof of property ownership).
  • Original copies of all court paperwork detailing sentence requirements for applicant.
  • This includes probation terms and conditions.

Failure to provide any of these documents may result in program disqualification.

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Are you currently taking any prescription medications?(Required)

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1. Are you willing and physically able to perform manual labor?(Required)
2. Do you have any injuries now?(Required)
3. Do you have any medical condition which would prevent you from performing manual labor?(Required)
4. Have you ever been advised to have a surgical operation which has not been performed, or are you considering any elective surgery?(Required)
5. Are you currently under treatment by a doctor?(Required)
6. Have you ever been diagnosed as having a mental disorder?(Required)
7. Do you take any prescription medication at this time?(Required)
8. Do you currently have any cases pending in any criminal court?(Required)
9. Have you ever been arrested for any offenses related to violence; sexual misconduct; arson; child molestation; escape; drug usage, possession and/or sales; failure to appear for SWAP?(Required)
10. FEMALES ONLY: Are you pregnant or have you recently delivered or miscarried?(Required)
I understand that incomplete, inaccurate, or falsified information above may be grounds for disqualification from the Alternative Sentencing Program.(Required)
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Electronic Monitoring and Sheriff's Work Alternative Program (SWAP) Rules

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I have read, or had read to me, and have received a copy of the above program and equipment requirements and conditions. I fully understand what is expected of me and the possible consequences of any failure to comply with any of the above rules. I agree to release the Santa Barbara Sheriff's Office and the Santa Barbara County Probation Department; its personnel; the device vendor; monitoring center; SWAP work site, and its personnel from any liability associated with my participation in the program. I further understand that failure to follow program guidelines may result in additional monitoring and restrictions or my immediate return to custody without warrant or court order to serve the balance of my sentence.(Required)
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Were you using drugs or under the influence when arrested for you current offense?(Required)
Have you ever been in formal treatment for drugs such as counseling, outpatient, inpatient, residential?(Required)
Do you think you would benefit from getting treatment for drugs?(Required)

Think of your school experiences when you were growing up.

Did you complete your high school diploma or GED?(Required)
What was your usual grades in high school?(Required)
Were you ever suspended or expelled from school?(Required)
Did you fail or repeat a grade level?(Required)

Please think if your past experiences, job experiences, and financial situation.

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Do you currently have a skill, trade or profession at which you usually find work?(Required)
Can you verify your employment or school (if attending)?(Required)
How much have you worked or been enrolled in school in the last 12 months?(Required)
Right now, do you feel you need more training in a new job or career skill?(Required)
Right now, if you were to get (or have) a good job how much would you rate your chance of being successful?(Required)
How hard is it to find a job ABOVE minimum wage compared to others?(Required)
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