How to Get Unsupervised Probation in Arkansas
When an individual is convicted of crime, he can serve a probation term, instead of, or in addition to, a prison sentence. Some states, including Arkansas, allow certain individuals to receive unsupervised probation. This type of probation is less restrictive than supervised probation, and does not require regular meetings with a probation officer. Individuals on unsupervised probation are still required to fulfill the conditions of their probation, however, and may be required to meet with a probation officer initially and/or at the end of their probation term.
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Speak with your lawyer. People with no previous criminal record, and in some cases, people with minor criminal records, who have been convicted of a non- drug-related, nonviolent misdemeanor offense are usually eligible for unsupervised probation. Your lawyer can ask the judge to grant unsupervised probation during your hearing.
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Agree to the terms. You must agree to the terms of the probation. These usually include successful completion of community service, counseling, and/or other court-ordered programs. You may also have your driver's license suspended for a period of time, depending on the type of crime you have been convicted of.
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Pay any required fines and fees. You can pay fees for court costs, restitution and other fees related to probation and parole by visiting the Arkansas Department of Community Correction website.
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Tips & Warnings
Failure to adhere to the terms of supervised probation may result in the issuance of an arrest warrant, and future unsupervised probation privileges may be revoked.
