What happens if a class C misdemeanor deferred adjudication is not completed?
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What happens if a class C misdemeanor deferred adjudication is not completed?
I have never been arrested or in trouble
before. I was not arrested for this
offense, I was given a ticket for theft
under 100. I met with the DA who
offered this deferred adjudication. I
have completed all of it but 16 hours of
community service. The agreement’s end
date is Aug. 14 of this year. Ive had
trouble finishing these hours so I’m
trying to find put what will happen if
all but those hours are completed? What
are my options if its not done?
Asked on August 9, 2019 under Criminal Law, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Any number of things could happen. First, the DA could file a motion to revoke and make you pay a fine. If the judge grants the motion, you will be considered as 'convicted of the offense.' If you don't want a conviction on your record, then you can ask for an extension so that you can complete the last 16 hours. Sometimes, you can offer to pay a little bit more on your fine to excuse your community service requirement. You can make these requests to the judge or the DA. If the DA does not file a motion to revoke, then your deferred adjudication just expires and nothing happens.
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