Deputy Probation Officers conducted investigations and/or assessments and submitted reports to the court with recommendations regarding own recognizance release and/or reduction of bail, treatment eligibility and sentencing alternatives. The Deputy Probation Officer interviews the offender (Defendant) to gather information and investigated the following areas: circumstances surrounding the charges, summary of police reports, prior criminal history of Defendant, drug and alcohol usage of the Defendant, social history; restitution and fines were determined, and victim's statement was obtained. Approximately 1,200 reports were prepared for the court in 2005. These investigations are guided by the Penal Code and the Rules of Court.