If I’m looking at 150 days in jail but have 2 girls that I support on my own, is there a way that I can have my sentence reduced or served under house arrest?

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If I’m looking at 150 days in jail but have 2 girls that I support on my own, is there a way that I can have my sentence reduced or served under house arrest?

Asked on January 8, 2013 under Criminal Law, Massachusetts

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Given the precarious situation that you have written about I sugegst that you immediately consult with a criminal defense attorney to see what your options are for jail time.

Potentially serving weekends is an option so that some third person can watch the children at such times while you are incarcerated. Work furlough is another option besides house arrest. House arrest does not seem like an option based upon what you have written.


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