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People support it because they believe in second chances and/or to save their taxpayer dollars. Authorities support it because they don't have to house people if they make parole. It can be a revolving door, especially since parole violators are not sent back to prison unless the parolee does something really bad and authorities have no choice. But for a fortunate few, it is a second chance.

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What term is used to refer to someone on probation?

A probationer.


What can happen if you are on probation and you get caught with a used meth pipe?

If you are caught with a used meth pipe while on probation, you could face consequences such as a probation violation, which may lead to further legal penalties, such as an extension of your probation, additional fines, or even incarceration. It is crucial to consult with an attorney to understand the potential repercussions and discuss possible defense strategies.


Most common punishment used for offenders?

incapacitation, probation, parole


What are the different types of probation?

Intermediate probation, intensive probabtion, strict probation, and "file drawer" probation.


What is administrative probation?

Administrative probation is sometimes referred to as "Court supervised" probation. Administrative Probation means you will not have to report monthly in person to a probation officer. However, you are still on probation. You still must complete all required terms and conditions of your probation or you face a warrant for your arrest for Violation of Probation.


Can your probation be revoked in Texas if you are financially unable to pay probation fees?

Yes, your probation will be revoked if you do not pay probation fees, if you miss your probation hearing, or if you fail a drug test.


What is silent probation?

silent probation


Who sentences you in your probation revocation hearing?

The judge who granted you probation sentences you if your probation is revoked.


Can your probation officer tell if you used percocet even tho you are prescribed vicodin?

Yes.


Do you get a probation officer assigned before or after court?

After. A person is not on probation until they are sentenced to probation by the Court. Why would they get a probation officer until they are sentenced?


Does a probation officer or judge decide the extension of your probation based upon driving under revocation recently received?

The judge decides whether you get probation, or not, and the terms of the probation. The Probation Officer just carries out the court's order and administers the probation order.


What does it mean in lieu of probation?

"In lieu of" means "instead of". If some service is ordered "in lieu of" probation then some other form of monitoring will be used such as a substance abuse program or residential commitment.