How Do I Find Out If I'm Still On Probation?

Question

I haven't talked to (or seen obviously) my probation officer for over 6 months. She hasn't called or anything and I'm not sure If I was on/am on informal probation on regular probation. For a while I saw her once a month, she would always call to set a date, then she went on pregnancy leave and I was supposed to be assigned another probation officer although it never happened. When she came back from leave I saw her twice (the meetings were two months apart) then I never heard from her again. My probation was supposed to end June 19, 2008, but I'm almost afraid to call for the possibility i'll be in trouble for not seeing my probation officer for so long.

Answer 1

You need to just call and explain the situation. Otherwise you will be or could be in violation of the terms of your probation. I'd get in touch with someone and honestly tell them that you didn't know what to do. I would hope they'd be more likely to appreciate that you made the effort to see what is going on. Ignoring it will make it worse on you in the long run.

Answer 2

Well, it kinda sounds like they dropped the ball although you should have contacted them sooner. It seems like they should have been trying to contact you if you were on probation. You havent been ducking or hiding from them have you?

If you can afford it i would go to a attorney and ask them about this. Maybe get them to approach your probation officer and see whats up.

If you cant afford one-you really still need to get this straightened out. You dont want to go around forever worrying about the cops knocking on your door or pulling you over one day.

Answer 3

hi ...iok you have done all the right things...sounds like the system is to blame for the oversight....but for your own sanity and protection against breaking parole etc...I would be asking a few questions on where you stand...that demonstrates to the powers that be (law enforcement) you have made an effort to adhere to your paroles rules...its the department thats at fault...its their oversight, find out even if you make a call... it will be clear as to exactly where you stand...be strong..its not your mistake or anything you did...better the devil you know..and put an end to the doubts and fears you are experiencing... so you can put past behind you and move forward in your life without looking over your shoulder...good luck

Answer 4

I would definately call to check!

Answer 5

You can only find out by contacting the court, or your probation officer.