Anchorage Offices

The Anchorage Probation Office is dedicated to promoting a safer, healthier Alaska by supporting the successful reintegration of probationers and parolees. Through evidence-based practices and effective supervision, the team focuses on community safety and offender rehabilitation. Specialized units address the needs of sex offenders and mentally ill offenders, while innovative programs facilitate long-term change. With community safety in mind, the Anchorage Probation Office provides individuals with tools for success.

Anchorage Pretrial supervises defendants ordered to pretrial services, using evidence-based practices like substance abuse and electronic monitoring. Pretrial Officers work toward positive community change by aiding in the reintegration of defendants while maintaining public safety.

The Anchorage Presentence Unit conducts presentence investigations for the Superior Court. These reports offer a detailed criminal and social history of defendants, including offense synopses, probation recommendations, and victim impact statements, aiding judges in sentencing.

The Victim Service Unit offers a range of support services, including information about victim service programs and referrals to resources statewide. The unit ensures victims' rights and concerns are addressed, inviting community engagement through its dedicated website.

Alaska joined the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision in 2002, allowing for efficient management of offenders crossing state lines and ensuring public safety. The Anchorage office processes applications for interstate supervision, reviewing travel passes, monitoring compliance, and addressing violations. Eligibility criteria include felony convictions, family presence in Alaska, employment opportunities, a viable rehabilitation plan, and the ability for Alaska to provide adequate supervision. This compact ensures a coordinated approach to offender management, balancing public safety with rehabilitation efforts.