Do you have to have all your fines paid off in order to be released from probation?

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Do you have to have all your fines paid off in order to be released from probation?

I’ve been on probation for 2 years, I was charged with aggravated assault on a minor. I received a class 6 open ended felony. It’s time for me to be off probation and my PO is saying that I will be put down as unsuccessful completion of my probation because I haven’t paid all my fines off even though I’ve paid the monthly payment required. If he puts me as in unsuccessful then instead of my felony being dropped to a misdemeanor It will be designated as a felony.

Asked on December 30, 2010 under Criminal Law, Arizona

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 13 years ago | Contributor

It is my understanding that probation can indeed be extended until all the terms of the probation  - and that includes payment of all the fines - have been fulfilled.  If your interpretation of the designation of the crime is correct then I would seek out help as soon as you can from an attorney in the area that deals with criminal defense.  the difference between a felony charge and a misdemeanor charge is tremendous as you are aware I am sure.  And you can not take the chance that you will have the felony on your record for the rest of your life.  Get help as soon as you can and see what deals can be made.  Possibly borrowing the money to pay the fines off now? 


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