Does a probation officer have the right to search the person, belongings, home and/or interrogate family members of the probationer?
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Does a probation officer have the right to search the person, belongings, home and/or interrogate family members of the probationer?
Asked on August 16, 2012 under Criminal Law, Texas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country, a probation officer has the right to search the person on probation, his or her belongings and home per statute. Questions as to third parties such as family members can also be asked as well. Such is the price paid for being on probation as opposed to being incarcerated.
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