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4 Ways to Comply with Your Probation Officer

January 12, 2022 John Engman & Associates

4 Ways to Comply with Your Probation Officer

Probation

Getting probation is better than going to jail. However, it does not mean that it’s an easy process to comply with. Follow the ways discussed below to comply with your probation officer and make things easier during your probation period.

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Report To Probation and Follow Probation Conditions

After getting probation, you need to report to a probation officer. Here you will receive instructions and conditions of your probation. You will know when the next time you must report back to your probation officer. Do not miss this schedule since you could end up in jail if you fail to report even once.  

Of course, reporting to your probation officer as scheduled is just the first step. The next thing to do is to make sure that you carefully follow the probation conditions. It might sound like an easy task, but it will test your discipline. Some of these conditions may require you to do community service for a required time, attend drug and alcohol treatment programs, and the list continues. All these conditions ensure that you are responsible enough to go back to your community.

Communicate with your Probation Officer

Learn how to effectively communicate with your probation officer. If there are instructions unclear to you, be sure to politely ask the officer. Even if you don’t like some of the terms or conditions for your probation, remain respectful. Another practice of good communication is letting your probation officer know your whereabouts. Do not try to change residence without asking your probation officer. This might be a tempting escape plan but definitely, it will not do you any good. 

Maintain a Good Community Record

During your probation, be a better and responsible person in your community. Obviously, you need to avoid any criminal activities. Even after your probation, it is best that you stay away from any type of illegal activity. You also need to avoid drugs and alcohol. Most of the reasons people get on probation are either drugs or alcohol. Thus, staying away from these will keep you out of trouble. To help you do this, focus on your employment and maintain a good work record. 

Another thing you can do to avoid trouble is to keep good company. Now is the best time to choose who you hang out with. If you hang out with people who drink a lot, it might be hard for you to avoid alcohol. This will certainly be a hard decision but you will thank yourself later. 

Contact a Reliable Criminal Defence Lawyer

Finally, to avoid any unexpected issues during your probation, it is best to keep in touch with a criminal defense lawyer. Do not hesitate to message your lawyer if you have any questions or if you have issues with your probation. With the help of your lawyer, deal with any problem immediately to avoid major issues that could compromise the success of your probation.

Following the tips mentioned above could help you in completing your probation without fail. As long as you stay disciplined on all the things you do, and strictly follow the probation conditions, you will be fine.

Our criminal defense attorneys would be more than happy to assess the details of your case. To request a free consultation, call John Engman & Associates at (616) 454-5222.