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I got a wet reckless back in 2011. I was put on probation. I want to join the military and I am hoping someone could give me a percentage of chance for an early release to go through.
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You probably cannot get an early release. I have not reviewed the laws lately, but I believe that the court is required to impose a 3 year probation or your license can be suspended.
Answered on Mar 06th, 2013 at 12:35 AM
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Many Judges interpret the statute as setting the minimum probation length, however, Judges have authority to reduce or even eliminate probation if they choose to do so. You should contact an attorney to discuss the reasons for your wish to terminate the probation and the likelihood of the Judge in your case granting such a motion.
Answered on Mar 04th, 2013 at 2:31 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
All you can do is ask the judge. They may let you off early.
Answered on Mar 01st, 2013 at 6:49 PM
John J. Carney
If you have a good reason like moving to another state or joining the military the judge may grant your lawyer's motion for an early discharge unless the probation offer objects.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2013 at 4:15 AM
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You or your attorney will need to file a motion requesting early termination of your probation. Your chances of getting it are 50-50. Either you will or you won't. Those are the only odds a reputable attorney can give you.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 11:25 PM
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If you have completed all the terms of your sentence and paid all the fines, and not had any trouble since then, I think there is a good chance a judge might close your case early so you can go into the military. Most judges know that the military will not take people unless the case is closed. It will help if you have your military recruiter or supervisor write a letter or appear in court with you.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 9:52 PM
Geoffrey MacLaren Yaryan
Whether this happens depends upon the judge. Going into the military is often a good reason to terminate probation if all the other terms and conditions have been met.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 8:48 PM
James Edward Smith
It's possible.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 8:46 PM
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By filing an appropriate Petition and Motion and having a noticed court hearing on it. If you have had no further arrests or charges, and since you want to join the military, Id say the chances are reasonably good it will be successful.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 2:34 PM
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You should talk to your probation officer regarding your plans. It is not unusual to have a probation in a case such as yours ended in order to allow you to comply with a contract of enlistment into the armed services.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 2:34 PM
You need to hire a lawyer to file a motion for early termination of probation.
Answered on Feb 27th, 2013 at 2:33 PM