If you’ve accepted a plea bargain of work release but had a medical emergency arise to where you cannot physically do the work, can you just do the time “straight”?
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If you’ve accepted a plea bargain of work release but had a medical emergency arise to where you cannot physically do the work, can you just do the time “straight”?
Asked on April 19, 2013 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Possibly. You won't be made to do work that can put your health in jepoardy. However, you will need the courts permission to change the terms of your plea bargain. At this point, you would be best advised to speak with your PO or a local criminal law attorney.
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