WillI go to jail for not paying my fines off before my probation was up?
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WillI go to jail for not paying my fines off before my probation was up?
Is this considered to be a violation of my probation?
Asked on February 21, 2011 under Criminal Law, Tennessee
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Yes, it probably will. However, you didn't give much by way of details. For example, what are you on probation for; what is the amount of the outstanding fines to be paid (and did you pay any of it), and the reason(s) why you did not pay. All or some of these factors may come into play regarding just how the court will view your situation. All that having been said, as a general rule to figure out what your possible punishment might be you need to find your original sentencing paperwork. This will contain the penalties for violation of your probation. Talk this over with your PO (if one was assigned; it depends on the offense involved). Additionally, if you have an attorney you should contact them; if you don't you may want to retain one.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Yes, it probably will. However, you didn't give much by way of details. For example, what are you on probation for; what is the amount of the outstanding fines to be paid (and did you pay any of it), and the reason(s) why you did not pay. All or some of these factors may come into play regarding just how the court will view your situation. All that having been said, as a general rule to figure out what your possible punishment might be you need to find your original sentencing paperwork. This will contain the penalties for violation of your probation. Talk this over with your PO (if one was assigned; it depends on the offense involved). Additionally, if you have an attorney you should contact them; if you don't you may want to retain one.
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