If I’m on probation will I go back to jail if I just recieved a DUI?
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If I’m on probation will I go back to jail if I just recieved a DUI?
I am currently 22 days away from being discharged off of probation. Last night I was pulled over for driving while under a temporary restricted license. I have had all my fines paid for my probation, all court matters cleared, etc. In this case, however, do you think that they will keep me on probation longer for this citation or being it so close to my discharge date? Do you think they will just discharge me anyway? I do have a full-time job as well so what type of alternatives must I seek out to avoid any jail time and/or an extension of my probation?
Asked on March 29, 2012 under Criminal Law, Iowa
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Assuming that the arrest regarding your drunk driving question and your prior conviction is deemed a violation of your probation, the arrest could very well result in you being jailed for violating your probation and getting jail time with respect to the recent drunk driving arrest assuming that you are convicted of the recent charge.
I suggest that the best way for you to keep from going to jail over the matters that you have written about is for you to immediately consult with a criminal defense attorney.
I suspect that your recent arrest will not bode well for you down the line and will end up causing you a lot of problems financially and criminally.
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