Opinion ID: 901812
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 6

Heading: Inability to Contest Program Terminations

Text: [¶ 11.] Martin alleges he did not violate his parole by being terminated from the programs at Glory House and Great Plains. Martin's parole agreement stated, in relevant part, that he was to take advantage of the opportunities offered [to him] by supervision, secure suitable employment or beneficial occupation and support [himself] and dependents as directed and to participate, cooperate, and complete any programs as directed. Martin asserts these provisions of his agreement were not violated by his termination because the allegation against him was not sufficiently substantiated. The circuit court rejected Martin's argument and pointed out that Martin violated his parole by being dismissed or terminated from the programs. We agree. It is undisputed that Martin failed to comply with the conditions of his parole, in that he was terminated from the programs at Glory House and Great Plains. His parole was conditioned on tak[ing] advantage of the opportunities offered [to him] and to participate, cooperate, and complete any programs as directed. If he was unable to participate and complete the programs, regardless of the reason, the Board had a basis to be reasonably satisfied Martin violated his parole. Consequently, the circuit court did not err in affirming the Board's decision.