Appendix B. Incentives

South Dakota's Juvenile Supervisory Responses (JSR)-Incentives-

(Contemplation Stage of Change)(Preparation Stage of Change

Desired behavior would be that the juvenile is meeting the conditions of probation or has shown an improvement in meeting those conditions. -More problem recognition -Decisional balance -Increased commitment -Ready to make choices -Sharing plans for change -Change becomes priority -Shift in view from past to future

(Action Stage of Change)Desired behavior would be a juvenile's progress in meeting the conditions of probation and showing a commitment for improvement that goes beyond mere compliance.

-Strategies for change are chosen and pursued-Active modification of behavior, thoughts, feelings, and environment -Treatment and/or self help

(Action Stage of Change)(Maintenance Stage of Change)

Desired behavior would indicate a demonstration of commitment and progress to meeting the terms of probation and would be associated with a level of improvement that shows effective change by the juvenile.

-Sustaining new habits -Working to prevent relapses -Taking personal responsibilities and credit for change -Watching out for dangerous people, places and things -Moving toward a balanced lifestyle

*Incentives should be individualized to the juvenile and this list is not exclusive. ** Incentives should be applied with a 4:1 ratio when compared to Sanctions.

Source: SL 2016, ch 240 (Supreme Court Rule 16-01), eff. Feb. 1, 2016; SL 2017, ch 77, § 3.