How long will I be on probation or parole?

How much time you will spend on probation or parole depends on the rules in your state, whether you were finally convicted, and your performance while under supervision. Some states combine the probation and parole function within one agency.

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Failure to Pay Criminal Restitution

Not paying court ordered restitution is a violation of your contract with the District Attorney’s Office. If you are taken into custody, this signifies that the D.A. wants you to remain in custody until your case has been resolved. If you are arrested but not taken into custody, the D.A. is indicating that you need to take the case more seriously. You are likely being arrested because you have not made payments at all, not made payments in full, or not made payments in a timely manner.

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What is summary probation?

Summary probation, also called informal or misdemeanor probation, is a discretionary suspension of a sentence by the court and places the offender under the supervision of the court, not the probation department.

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Early Termination of Probation: The Process

Each state has its own requirements that must be met before granting early termination of probation. In general, to begin the process you must contact your PO or a criminal defense attorney to inquire about the procedures are in your state. In many states, the usual probation process is to file a motion with the convicting court, requesting early termination of probation.

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What is shock probation?

Shock probation is a sentencing strategy offered in some jurisdictions to shock or introduce young offenders to the long-term realities of a criminal career through a short-term visit to prison. Even though shock probation is only offered by a few states, it can be an extremely helpful alternative to a regular prison sentence.

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What is clemency?

Clemency under the criminal justice system is the act by an executive member of government of extending mercy to a convicted individual.

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