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  • 12-18-2010, 02:35 PM
    hurdygurdy
    Random Drug Testing While Traveling Out of State on Probation
    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Texas

    Hey All,

    I'm on probation for a first offense DWI in the state of TX and am traveling out of state for the holidays. Is it possible for my PO to order a random drug test in my current state? I am nervous about two things: 1.) the logistics of getting to a drug test center/local police office, and 2.) Having to possibly reveal this embarrassing incident to my family when arranging to borrow a car last-minute. The anxiety behind both is a bit much for me - simply knowing if I'm eligible for drug tests while visiting home will at least give me some peace of mind.

    Thanks in advance.
  • 12-18-2010, 04:07 PM
    That Guy
    Re: Random Drug Testing While Traveling Out of State on Probation
    Only your PO can give you a difinitive answer.
  • 12-18-2010, 07:25 PM
    aaron
    Re: Random Drug Testing While Traveling Out of State on Probation
    If a term of your probation is that you must report for drug testing within a specified time period of when your P.O. orders you to do so, there's nothing inherent about being "on vacation" that would relieve you of that duty.

    Your probation officer has approved your travel? How far "out of state" are we talking - you make it sound like it would be reasonable to drive back if ordered to report for testing.
  • 12-18-2010, 08:39 PM
    hurdygurdy
    Re: Random Drug Testing While Traveling Out of State on Probation
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    Quoting aaron
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    If a term of your probation is that you must report for drug testing within a specified time period of when your P.O. orders you to do so, there's nothing inherent about being "on vacation" that would relieve you of that duty.

    Your probation officer has approved your travel? How far "out of state" are we talking - you make it sound like it would be reasonable to drive back if ordered to report for testing.

    Hi Aaron,

    I am approved to be out of state for a specified time period. I'm about 2000 miles away from Texas. I'm more worried about being ordered to go somewhere in my current state (e.g., the local police station, a national drug testing agency such as Question Diagnostic).
  • 12-19-2010, 06:40 AM
    flyingron
    Re: Random Drug Testing While Traveling Out of State on Probation
    I assume you mean Quest (not question). Your best bet is to ask the PO. I can't vouch for your department but the ones here would tell you, give us a call ASAP when you're back home and they'll call you in at their next convenience for the test.
  • 01-05-2011, 09:06 PM
    ozzyleven
    Re: Random Drug Testing While Traveling Out of State on Probation
    Any time I have left my judicial district for any period of time since I have been on probation (short or long), I have been tested immediately upon arrival back home. Well almost immediately, within 24 hours. Also, once while visiting my family for Christmas, I had been asked to report to the local police station back home and complete a drug test. Basically, I got a phone call on my cell from my PO asking how fast I could be at the station. I complied and no problems. Just told my parents I was running to town to run some errands. Worked for me, they had no idea and still don't. I am sure your experiences may differ from mine though.

    Just to add, in my experiences, my PO has been a very discrete and decent person who understands that I don't need the entire world to know I am on probation. She has been more than understanding and has always worked her best to compromise with me when I was in a hard situation financially, emotionally, scholastically, etc. At the same time, I have also been the least of her worries. Never missed an appt., always on time, makes payments on times, never had a violation, etc. If you treat your PO with respect I guarantee you will get treated with just as much respect.
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