—Scope of Investigation or As-

sessment (a) Whenever an investigation is required or an assessment is ordered or both, the probation officer shall promptly inquire into the attitude of the complainant or the victim, or of the immediate family where possible in cases of homicide, and the criminal record, social history and present con- dition of the defendant. Such investigation shall include an inquiry into the circumstances of the offense and any damages suffered by the victim, including medical expenses, loss of earnings and property loss. Such assessment shall include an inquiry into the defendant’s prior participation in any release programs and the defendant’s atti- tude about participation in an alternate incarcera- tion program. When it is desirable in the opinion of the judicial authority or the investigating authority, such investigation or assessment shall include a physical and mental examination of the defen- dant. (b) If an assessment includes a recommenda- tion for placement in an alternate incarceration program, it shall include, as an attachment, a pro- posed alternate incarceration plan. A current or updated presentence investigation report may be used in lieu of an alternate incarceration assess- ment report provided attached thereto is a state- ment by the investigating authority recommending whether or not the defendant should participate in an alternate incarceration program and any recommendation that the defendant participate includes a proposed alternate incarceration plan. (P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 911.)