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Probation report: AB 109 releases falling, recidivism rates steady and county outcomes better than statewide

Public Safety and Justice Committee (Santa Clara County) · January 24, 2026
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Summary

Probation officials reported declining AB 109 releases (2019–2023), stable 1‑, 2‑ and 3‑year rearrest and recidivism rates, and statistically significantly better PRCS recidivism outcomes in Santa Clara County versus statewide comparisons.

The Probation Department told the Santa Clara County Public Safety and Justice Committee that AB 109 releases have declined in recent years while recidivism rates have remained relatively stable, and county outcomes compare favorably with statewide averages.

Deputy Chief Mark Etsie and data staff presented trends for 2019–2023 showing a steady decline in AB 109 releases across mandatory supervision (MS) and…

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