The aim of the Probation Service in Derbyshire is to protect the public and reduce re-offending. They do this by submitting reports to the courts advising on appropriate sentencing options, supervising offenders undertaking community sentences and those who are on release on licence conditions from prison.

Supervision also involves intensive programmes designed to tackle the causes of offending. Offenders on community sentences work unpaid for the benefit of the community.

All supervision is based on best practice and complies with strict national guidelines.