What happens if the sentence I received doesn’t match my paperwork?
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What happens if the sentence I received doesn’t match my paperwork?
I went to court yesterday took a plea bargain of 5 years probation and 9 months substance abuse program to remain in custody until a bed is open. Yesterday the jail released me due to my paperwork saying my sentence is only probation; nowhere in all my paperwork does it say anything about treatment. My probation officer told me
to call him after treatment. I am just trying to figure out if I can get in any trouble?
Asked on February 24, 2016 under Criminal Law, Georgia
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You need to contact your probation officer and attorney immediately to get it corrected. Right now, it's not your fault because the jail discharged you. That is their issue and their paper work goof up. But you know what you are supposed to do. The judge won't ding you for getting out, but he will be upset with you if you don't follow-up with the treatment plan as ordered. So... call your probation officer, tell them what happened, and simply follow his instructions and things will be okay. If you need a little extra comfort, have your attorney go with you to explain the situation to the probation officer. It doesn't hurt to have someone their make the argument for you if you're nervous.
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