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1. What information will the Probation Officer require at my appointments?

• Current pay stub or proof of unemployment
• Verification of residence
• Proof of any treatment
• Public service work completed
• Receipts for payments made to the Courts

2. What are the rules of reporting to the Probation Department?

You must report on time the day of your appointment. If you should need to change your appointment time or date, you must speak to your Probation Officer to make those changes. No one else can make those changes for you.

3. What do I do if I am arrested while on probation?

If you are arrested or have any police contact, contact your Probation Officer immediately.

4. How do I pay my fines/court costs/restitution?

All payments, of cash/personal check/money order, need to have the case number included and need to be made to the Lee County Circuit Clerk's Office either in person at the office, Monday through Friday 8:30 am to noon and 1 pm to 4:30 pm or by mail:
309 S Galen
Suite 320
Dixon, IL 61021

5. How do I get my driver’s license back after a suspension or revocation?

Whether or not you are on probation, you must contact the Illinois Secretary of State's Office or an attorney to obtain information about the procedure to follow to get your driver's license back.

6. What do I do if I cannot get in touch with my Probation Officer by phone?

If you need to speak to your Probation Officer and they are not available when you call the department, leave them a message stating your name, contact phone number and the reason for the call and the officer will get back to you as soon as they are able. Please remember that officers are required to attend court and other meetings throughout the day.

7. What is the referral process for Drug Court?

View the Drug Court page for information on the referral process.

8. What are the Courthouse hours and rules?

The Courthouse is open to the public Monday through Friday (with the exception of county holidays) 8 am to noon and 1 to 4:30 pm. 

Prohibited Items

The following are not permitted inside of the Courthouse:

• Beverages
• Cell phones
• Food
• Lighters
• Utility tools/knives

9. What do I need to bring to obtain a travel permit?

Probation clients need to bring the following information in order to obtain a travel permit from his/her officer: 

• The departure and return dates
• The method of travel including vehicle license number or flight information
• The name of individuals that will be accompanying them
• The name, address and telephone number of the destination where they will be staying

10. Are clients responsible for paying for drug tests?

The cost of drug testing for clients sentenced in Lee County is included with the probation service fees. Out of county transfer clients are responsible for paying for drug testing to the Lee County Probation Department.

11. What happens if a client appears for a probation appointment with alcohol on their breath?

If a client has been drinking and comes to the Probation Department with an odor of alcohol on their breath it will be considered a missed appointment.

12. Do I have to pay a fee to the county/state I am transferring to?

Pursuant to 730 ILCS 5/5-6-3 and the Interstate Commission on Adult Supervision (ICAOS), if you request to transfer your probation to another county/state, you will be required to pay a supervision fee to the supervising county/state and not Lee County.

13. What steps should be taken if a client has paid his/her fees in full and is requesting to be transferred to another county/state?

If you request that your probation be transferred to another county/state and you have paid your fees in full and are requesting a refund of the overpayment, it is advisable that you contact your attorney and request that they file the appropriate paperwork and schedule the matter before the sentencing judge to order the Circuit Clerk to refund the overpayment. Repayment of the lump sum will not be made unless ordered by the Court.