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  • 06-29-2012, 09:46 PM
    Cyndork
    Qualifications for Joint Suspension
    My question involves criminal law for the state of: California


    Ive talked to my fiances PO about his possession of ecstasy case. His PO said because this new case was filed way before what hes on probation for now that she wont violate him and he could qualify for joint suspension because its actually a pretty minor case. So does anyone know exactly what that is, how it works or what he needs to qualify for it?

    He has no priors, and...it was a non-violent crime. Id really appreciate any answers except the ''get a lawyer'' ones because weve used all our funds on lawyers and bail for two other cases and didnt see this coming at all. /: Im just looking for some knowledgeable advice because we dont really have any idea whats going on. Even if its kinda vague I dont mind, its better than nothing!
  • 06-30-2012, 05:18 AM
    PTPD22
    Re: Qualifications for Joint Suspension
    Well, my best advice is...don't marry some dope-head that is obviously well on his way to life as a career criminal and convict. He is currently on probation and this ecstasy charge is (at least!) the THIRD mark on his criminal history. Don't you think that you should at least wait for him to show some evidence that that cat has changed his spots before you go tying your life to his?

    Anyway, off my soapbox now...what I believe his PO is saying is that this new charge may be able to be rolled into the suspended sentence he already has and is currently on probation for. He/she is saying to ask the judge to tack the ecstasy sentence onto your fiancé's current probation. That would mean possibly a longer probationary period, possibly some additional conditions to his probation, and an even harsher sentence hanging over his head if he screws up and violates probation (which, judging from his history, I'm thinking he will...sorry, I said I would get off my soapbox). But, his sentence for the ecstasy would also be suspended and he wouldn't have to do any jail time.

    But, this really isn't something you (or, more specifically, he) wants to try to negotiate with the court without a lawyer. If he qualifies, he can request a public defender. But, even though you don't want advice of "get a lawyer," he really needs one.
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