Serious Breaches

Breaching your ICO can have serious consequences.

If you commit a serious offence while on an ICO:

- The Parole Authority will immediately revoke your order.

- A warrant will be issued for NSW Police to arrest you and return you to custody.

The Parole Authority:

- Does not issue ICOs, but it can revoke them.

- Holds review hearings to decide if an ICO should be reinstated.

You are supervised by Community Corrections Officers, and they must notify the Parole Authority if you breach your order.

What Happens After a Serious Breach?

1. Community Corrections files a report with the Parole Authority.

2. The Authority may:

   - Revoke your ICO and issue a warrant for your arrest.

   - Add stricter conditions (like curfews or home detention).

   - Delay the decision to wait for court outcomes or more information.

   - Note the report without taking further action.

Minor Breaches

Examples: Missing an appointment or being late.

Community Corrections can respond by:

- Recording the breach with no further action.

- Giving an informal or formal warning.

- Giving a reasonable direction (e.g., attend a program).

- Imposing a curfew (up to 12 hours in a 24-hour period).

Summary

Type of Breach	Who Acts	Possible Outcomes
Minor	Community Corrections	Warning, curfew, no action
Serious	Parole Authority (after report)	Revocation, arrest warrant, stricter conditions