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If I have a violation of state probation in Anderson county to can it be resolved without me going to jail

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
I don't see a question.
I don't see a question.

Am I still elibigle for Pre-trial diversion 10 years later?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
You can still get it expunged by going to the clerks office and paying an expungement fee.
You can still get it expunged by going to the clerks office and paying an expungement fee.

I was violated 4 ah charge that was dismissed hie do i get the violation took off or disposed

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Probation Violations are not considered a separate charge that shows up on your record and thus can not be expunged. It is part of the original charge that you were convicted of.
Probation Violations are not considered a separate charge that shows up on your record and thus can not be expunged. It is part of the original... Read More

Is date judgement signed also the sentence begin date?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
As a general rule and subject to some exceptions, the sentence starts on day of judgment. Exceptions: (1) if you are given credit for time served and (2) if you are already serving a prior sentence at the time of current conviction and judgment form for current conviction says that sentence for current conviction will begin after serving sentence for prior conviction.... Read More
As a general rule and subject to some exceptions, the sentence starts on day of judgment. Exceptions: (1) if you are given credit for time served and... Read More

Is this live?

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
This is not live. You would need to contact the Tennessee Department of Corrections Parole Board to find out what you liabilities are for being a sponsor.
This is not live. You would need to contact the Tennessee Department of Corrections Parole Board to find out what you liabilities are for being a... Read More

i live in tennessee, can i get married if my probation states im not allowed contact with him

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Unless you want to get violated, I would suggest that you abide by the terms of your parole and not have contact with him.
Unless you want to get violated, I would suggest that you abide by the terms of your parole and not have contact with him.

My husband is on parole in tn and recieved a rule 12 violation

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
He could be required to finish the balance of his sentence.
He could be required to finish the balance of his sentence.

How to remove a NYC parole detainer

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Someone on his behalf in goiing to have to contact NYC to find out if the parole detainer is still valid and if NYC wants to enforce it.
Someone on his behalf in goiing to have to contact NYC to find out if the parole detainer is still valid and if NYC wants to enforce it.

My friends son is in prison and vets out on November 29 but his mother had a stroke is there a way to get him out sooner?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Contact the prison and ask them about an early release for hardship.
Contact the prison and ask them about an early release for hardship.

What can be done if tennessee dept of correction messes up sometime and they can not be released because TDOC messed up?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
If he has more time to do, then he will have to do it.
If he has more time to do, then he will have to do it.

what all can be done after my husband was granted parole and home plan was granted then the day before his release the prison tells him he can not go

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
If they additional time is correct, then there is nothing you can do.
If they additional time is correct, then there is nothing you can do.

Are there lawyers that handle parole hearings?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Yes, some lawyers do handle parole hearings. Go to lawyers.com and enter "parole hearings" as the area of law that you are looking for.
Yes, some lawyers do handle parole hearings. Go to lawyers.com and enter "parole hearings" as the area of law that you are looking for.

When does the probation time begin if given probation for a crime? Is it at the time of the crime or at sentencing?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
It begins on the day of the conviction, which is usually when you enter your plea.
It begins on the day of the conviction, which is usually when you enter your plea.

When a revocation hearing is held, does the TN parole board have to vote on a final decision or can they put it off for months? Is there a time frame?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Wish I had an answer for you but the Parole Board does what it wants do. The only way to force its hand is to file a lawsuit seeking an immediate release.
Wish I had an answer for you but the Parole Board does what it wants do. The only way to force its hand is to file a lawsuit seeking an immediate... Read More

How long does the TN parole board have to return a final decision on a revocation hearing?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
If the only basis for his revocation was the new charge that was dismissed on 4-10-2017, you would need to contact the Parole Board to find out when he will be released.
If the only basis for his revocation was the new charge that was dismissed on 4-10-2017, you would need to contact the Parole Board to find... Read More

Can a probation officer grant an early release from EtG testing?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
Why not just ask the PO?
Why not just ask the PO?

What are my options when probation officer violates after alleged failed drug screen?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
You need to retain an attorney to represent you and let that attorney answer your question.
You need to retain an attorney to represent you and let that attorney answer your question.

On parole caught new charge made bond.will I go to jail for violation on my court date?

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
I don't know you or the facts around your case so I can't tell you what would happen.
I don't know you or the facts around your case so I can't tell you what would happen.

What will the judge do to me for failure to appear for probation review

Answered 9 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
It depends on the judge, how long you have been on probation and why you failed to appear but more than likely revoke your probation and impose the sentence.
It depends on the judge, how long you have been on probation and why you failed to appear but more than likely revoke your probation and impose... Read More

PA. to Tn. on parole compact. Tn. tried contact with Pa. requesting warrant for retaking, but Pa. Gave no response in more than one occasion.

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
I guess it means that you are stuck in TN.
I guess it means that you are stuck in TN.

how often. when hiring a parole lawyer does the inmate get his parole? and how does the lawyer help?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
I don't know of any statistics that says that the chances of gaining parole are greater if you have an attorney. However, an attorney can make a better presentation to the parole board of the positive factors (if any) that lien toward granting parole and down playing the negative. This is called a parole packet. Look it up on the google. Most times not hiring an attorney comes down to not having the money to hire an attorney.... Read More
I don't know of any statistics that says that the chances of gaining parole are greater if you have an attorney. However, an attorney can make a... Read More

My husband has been in jail for about a month now due to violation of community corrections.

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
I advise people to hire an attorney because you usually get what you pay for with a court appointed attorney.
I advise people to hire an attorney because you usually get what you pay for with a court appointed attorney.

If I paid all fines and court costs can my probation officer still violate me?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
what is the basis of the violation?
what is the basis of the violation?

My boyfriend is on community correction and he violated his probation for a second time but he also signed a language wat can we do and will it help t

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
You did not complete whatever question you were going to ask.
You did not complete whatever question you were going to ask.

Catch a charge; arrested for violation of parole; charge is dismissed but ur still incarcerated. what will happen on vop hearing for

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Parole And Probation
I can not answer this questions because there are too many unknown factors that might affect the results of the hearing.
I can not answer this questions because there are too many unknown factors that might affect the results of the hearing.
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