QUESTION
Does anyone have to comply with probation terms before actually being sentenced and placed on probation?
Asked on Jun 23rd, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Georgia
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You have to plead guilty, then the judge will place the person on probation when the terms of probation begin.
Answered on Jun 24th, 2013 at 7:40 PM
Speeding & Traffic Ticket Attorney serving Sherman Oaks, CA
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Sometimes there are specific terms that a Judge will place on someone as a condition of continued Own Recognizance release. For example, they were going to remand you into custody, but your attorney convinced the court to keep you out of jail while the case is pending, but you need to attend 2 AA meetings, or something of that nature. If you violate the court order to do the AA's in that example, there could be consequences from the Judge (ie. remanding you into custody and making you post bail or remain in custody while the case is pending), but it would not be a probation violation since you would not be on probation at that time.
Answered on Jun 24th, 2013 at 7:40 PM
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Maybe, many jurisdictions have pretrial release conditions that are just like probation, some require reporting to probation officers, chemical testing and other more draconian tactics that make your life miserable. An experienced DUI defense attorney in your area can provide you with more localized information and other advice that may help you avoid a DUI conviction.
Answered on Jun 24th, 2013 at 7:40 PM
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Depends if it might have been a bond condition
Answered on Jun 24th, 2013 at 2:33 PM
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Not normally, commonly you have to comply with the conditions of your bond until sentenced.
Answered on Jun 24th, 2013 at 2:32 PM