What does a COS waiver instruct the Department to do regarding an offender's financial obligations?

A COS waiver, or Court-Ordered Supervision waiver, specifically provides judicial instruction regarding an offender's financial obligations, often in relation to fines, fees, or restitution. When a COS waiver is issued, it typically allows the Department to release the offender from some of their financial obligations, reflecting a recognition of their circumstances, such as inability to pay due to economic hardship. This waiver is a legal mechanism that aims to alleviate the financial burden on the offender, which can, in turn, facilitate their rehabilitation and reintegration into society without the overwhelming pressure of unmanageable debts.

The other aspects of the choices listed, such as increasing obligations, changing the duration of supervision, or consolidating obligations into one payment, do not align with the purpose of a COS waiver. The waiver's intent is primarily to provide relief, not to alter obligations in a way that imposes further financial strain on the offender.