possible probation violation...?
825593
When you were originally placed on probation (or deferred adjudication) you should have received a probation agreement package that you signed.  It contains the conditions of your probation.  You will have to read it for your individual conditions but generally being arrested for anything (speeding tickets included) will be a violation of your probation.\n\nOnce you have committed an act that violates your probation the judge has the option of reinstating the suspended sentence that you were on probation to avoid.  If your original sentence was two years than you could go to jail for the full two years.  It usually doesn't come down to that but you need to be proactive.  Your probation officer will not be happy if he has been signing off that your monthly visits are all good and then he finds out that you have another offense that he was unaware of.  Your probation officer can be your best friend or worst enemy.  The judge will usually rubber stamp whatever he says needs to be done.\n\nBite the bullet and call your probation officer.
1077303
Bench probation is standard in all misdemeanor cases, very rarely will you get in trouble for it. However in this case it appears they are aggressively pursuing the charge which I find odd for a drunk in public. I would say you are charged with PC 647 (f) disorderly conduct as with most misdemeanors you can be confined for a year with hefty fines. I think the reason your attorney is telling you to plead not guilty is to leave some room for plea bargaining. He may be able to plea away the drunk in public for a violation of probation, they may even want you to pay the disputed bar tab. I have never seen a drunk in public vigorously pursued before, they are generally a case of dry out and kick out, unless you are a repeat offender then treatment comes into play.
525979
If I am not mistaken, you are assigned a probation officer for a certain period of time and must meet with him/her regardless of whether your community service is completed or not.  You have no options if you don't want to get in even more serious trouble.
605398
Only the judge can do that, but your probation officer can tell the judge how well you are doing, he may shorten your sentence, based on their reports.
750293
Try talking to her and finding out why she decided to violate you. And even if she does finish your class anyway and take another UA that way if you have to go in front of the judge you'll be able to show him that yeah you failed a UA but looked what I've done to try and get myself back on track. Another thing you could do is check yourself into treatment. Then by the time you have to go to court again they're not likely to do anything cuz you've made steps on your own to help yourself get better. Believe me I've been through all of it. Drugs Jail Probation its sucks! good luck.
685567
If you're on probation, it is to your advantage to follow the court's and your probation officer's instructions to the letter. \n\nAs a reminder, if you do not successfully complete your probationary period, the court can make you serve whatever the original sentence is in jail. \n\nAnd yes, drug testing is probably allowed as a condition of probation.
752123
If it wasn't a large quanity he will just get probation.  I would still get a lawyer though.\n\nCoach
681433
I wish you had provided more information.  If I understand you correctly you violated probation 3 years ago.  \n\nIf that is correct, you will be given a hearing after you turn yourself in or get arrested.  It depends on why you were violated.  By not showing up, however, is enough for you to be violated.\n\nSuggestion, contact a bail bond agent and make arrangements for a bail bond then turn yourself in.  Generally the judge will be more open to explanations about your situation if you take responisibility and turn yourself in.  \n\nBe aware, however, some states do not allow you to be bonded out on probation violations until disposition is complete.  \n\nGood luck!
1030316
My son recently failed a drug test while on probation. It is his first violation of probation. He is in jail now and will be there for another 6 months waiting for a new public defender to be assigned to him and a hearing which is in Nov. The state is requesting he serve 20-30 months. Depending on what your crime was originally as well as the judge handling your case, will decide on what happens to you. If you were originally arrested for a drug crime, you will probably go to a drug rehab live-in facility. If your crime was not drug related, then you will probably serve time in jail. The length of time depends on the severity of the crime you were charged with and how many VOP's (violation of probations) you have had. My advise to you is to call your probation officer and inquire about going to a drug rehab. program and admit you have a problem. If you don't, he will just soon have you picked up anyways. It would look better for you to show you are wanting help of your own free will.
625890
What state are you located in?  Could be probation for a while.  Up to 28 days in a county jail... or fine of up to $5000. Note, going to jail is very rare and highely improbable.. dont worry you might just get probation  or fined/
872527
Absolutely.  This is usually a period called probation.  This is typically explained, up front, to a new employee.  You should have had an orientation or at least been given an employee handbook - which is your responsibility to read.
855844
no, call your probation officer, and if you can't make it back on time for court make sure you notify your probation officer if you don't you can be arrested for failure to appear in court
279752
hello, I see this kind of thing happen a lot, as I fequently must go to my local court house.  If you have never been in trouble before and don't have a record, they will most likely put you on a 6 month probation period.  Drug testing could be a serious option for you but if you pretty much have a clean record you will get off easy.  You definatly wont see any jail time for this offense.  It really depends on how much marajuana you were caught with and also what the DA(defense Attorney) would like out of you. Don't worry about it.  Just stay out of trouble from now on!
1182854
I have been in a similar situation for a different reason. I skipped a probation hearing because of a work obligation. The result being a probation violation and either having to serve my suspended sentence or extend the term of my probation. \nThere must be a record of the class being taken somewhere... speak with the person that made the presentation.. look for a canceled check or find the record for payment. Without proof.. the odds may not be in your favor on this one. Offer to retake the class at your expense as a compromise? The probation department will probably take that as a positive sign that you intent to make amends for the indiscretion. Most have the ability to give the benefit of the doubt for those with no prior history of criminal activity. Repeat offenders typically get no sympathy from the courts.\nSo this would depend on your particular situation
853528
I doubt there are too many lawyers on here and the labor laws vary from state to state. the best idea is for you to contact the labor board in your area and explain the scenario to them. You said you were on a probation period, yet not on the payroll??? Were you  working for free??? If he paid you any wages during this time and did not take out taxes, nor report this to the State, he is also in violation of several laws concerning taxes and such. If he paid you wages and you have proof of that, you can take that down to the unemployment office.Good luck. Hope you find a better job, he sounds like a creep anyways.
333718
Wow!  People here sure are judgemental.  I bet that's only the case when it's not them in the hot-seat, though.  Anyways, you'll have to refer to the sentencing guidelines for when you were sentenced.  If you fail to participate in community service, which is a violation of your probation, they can place you in jail, and depending on the nature of your offense, either keep you there until your probation officer sees fit, or they can revoke your probation and re-sentence you which could mean you get to go to prison.  Then you'll have to worry about parole instead of just probation.  Either way, I'd say it's just easier to do the community service - or find someone to sign off on your community service hours to "say" you did it.  =)\n\nGood luck!
561692
It's up to both the judge and your probation officer, but you could be looking at the original amount of time you were facing when you got probation?