Kern County Probation Department

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Recently, officers assigned to the Youth Supervision Division conducted a home call in the 1300 block of Niles St. in Ba...
06/03/2026

Recently, officers assigned to the Youth Supervision Division conducted a home call in the 1300 block of Niles St. in Bakersfield to make contact with a youth on juvenile probation. During a search of the youth’s bedroom, officers located a loaded semi-automatic handgun. The youth was arrested for firearm and ammunition related charges and a violation of probation.

Congratulations to our newest Youth Services Officers who graduated from our Juvenile Corrections Officer CORE Academy! ...
06/02/2026

Congratulations to our newest Youth Services Officers who graduated from our Juvenile Corrections Officer CORE Academy! 🎓👏

After completing 260 hours of intensive training, our Youth Services Officers officially graduated with family, friends, and colleagues by their side as Chief Bill Dickinson reaffirmed their oath of service.

We are also proud to recognize two officers from the Riverside County Probation Department who graduated alongside our team through this academy partnership. Their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving youth and the community represent the future of our profession.

Special congratulations to Officer Martinez for receiving the Outstanding Leadership Award and Officer Samano for earning the Outstanding Achievement Award for their exceptional performance throughout the academy.

Thank you to everyone who supported these graduates throughout their journey. We look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in our community.

06/01/2026

🥎 Highlights from the 4th Annual Battle of the Badges Softball Tournament!

Our team battled hard all day and brought home a 3rd place finish. Thank you to the Kern County Sheriff’s Activities League for hosting another great event.

During May, which is National Foster care Month, the Independent Living Program (ILP) hosted a graduation dinner at Coco...
05/28/2026

During May, which is National Foster care Month, the Independent Living Program (ILP) hosted a graduation dinner at Coconut Joe’s Restaurant to honor and celebrate the 2026 high school graduates. Deputy Probation Officers attended the event in support of youth assigned to their caseloads. The Independent Living Program (ILP) is designed to assist current and former foster youth in developing independent living skills needed to transition into a successful and independent adulthood.

Recently, Probation Program Specialists assigned to the Youth Programs and Supports unit hosted a celebration for three ...
05/27/2026

Recently, Probation Program Specialists assigned to the Youth Programs and Supports unit hosted a celebration for three youth who successfully completed Aggression Replacement Training (ART). ART is a structured cognitive-behavioral evidence-based curriculum consisting of 20 coordinated and integrated sessions of social skills training, anger control training, and a moral reasoning component. The group-based interactive format helps promote pro-social behavior while fostering ethical decision making and emotional control. The celebration recognized the youths’ effort and commitment to completing the curriculum and included a commemorative awards ceremony and dinner shared with their families.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and dedication to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten.

As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, we reflect with gratitude on those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. 🇺🇸

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. As families a...
05/23/2026

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. As families and friends gather this weekend for BBQs and celebrations, please make responsible choices. If you plan to drink or use impairing substances, arrange a safe ride home. Don’t let a preventable tragedy ruin the holiday.


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On May 21, 2026, officers with the Kern County Probation Department’s Adult Probation Services Division along with the C...
05/22/2026

On May 21, 2026, officers with the Kern County Probation Department’s Adult Probation Services Division along with the California Department of Justice and the Delano Police Department conducted a home call on the 1000 block of 22nd Avenue in Delano, California. Officers contacted 43-year-old Eugene Bruno, who is on Felony Probation.

During the search, officers located approximately 216 grams of suspected fentanyl, approximately 195 grams of suspected methamphetamine, and 100 rounds of ammunition. As a result, Bruno was arrested for possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of sales, possession of ammunition by a prohibited person, resisting arrest, a violation of felony probation, and other drug related charges.

The Kern County Probation Department remains committed to our dual roles of opportunity and accountability.

Our offices will be closed Monday, May 25th, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe Mem...
05/22/2026

Our offices will be closed Monday, May 25th, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. We wish you and your family a safe Memorial Day weekend.

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2005 Ridge Road
Bakersfield, CA
93305

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+16618684100

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