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    Default What are the Consequences of Missing a Probation Appointment

    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Texas
    I have been on felony probation for fraud since May 2014. In June, I did something stupid and got arrested for shoplifting. Stupid I know. I went to report, and of course I was arrested and she filed a motion to revoke my probation. I was in county jail for 14 days before I went before a judge. The judge released me on bond. They put me on bond probation until I went back to court. When I went back to court they reinstated my probation and put me on a new program called SWIFT probation. This is a very strict probation. When you are put on SWIFT you have to stay on SWIFT for the entire duration of your probation. (in my case 10 years) Two months ago, my probation officer did an evaluation and said that I am a low risk offender and she asked the judge to release me from SWIFT. The judge then granted it. I was, at the time, the only person to ever be released from SWIFT early. I then am assigned a new probation officer and I report as usual. This is my second appointment with my officer since being released to regular probation. I missed my appointment. I realized it two hours later when she called and told me. I rescheduled the appointment for as soon as possible. I even told her I could be there right now if needed. She said she was booked and scheduled me for Monday. I asked her am I in trouble I can not believe I did this I am so sorry. She said it is a violation, but I won't go to jail over it. I am scared to death. I know they are allowed to tell you things to make sure you report. I am going in on Monday, but will I be arrested for missing my appointment?

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    Default Re: What are the Consequences of Missing a Probation Appointment

    I doubt she'll send you back to jail over it. She may be a lot more strict on your compliance and visits. She may also request that you be put back on the SWIFT probation. More than likely, she's just gonna bust your chops. We don't know her or you though so there are no guarantees.

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    I am scared because it doesn't look good that I have a perfect history with my previous probation officer. I took 2 hair follicle tests, never missed an appointment. Never had any issues. Now this is my second time meeting with her, and I mess it up. She was very nice on the phone, but I don't really know if that means anything.

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    Default Re: What are the Consequences of Missing a Probation Appointment

    We have a two in a row is a violation policy here. But, I agree with Free... You'll probably be chastized a bit and warned that a pattern of being less conscious of your appointments can lead to a more restrictive monitoring.

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    I let anxiety get the best of me. I would like to think that a probation officer has bigger fish to fry. Someone who is always current on fees, and always passes the UA and hair follicle tests, and misses one appointment would not be the worst thing she has to deal with. I am just nervous I have never missed before.

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    Default Re: What are the Consequences of Missing a Probation Appointment

    Just take some deep breaths and relax. The odds are in your favor here. Don't ruin your week/end worrying about something that is likely nothing.

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    I am trying... I have three little ones, a REALLY good job, and a husband to think about. I worry too much I know but I don't guess there is much I can do. I report Monday at 11:30. Prayers and good vibes.......

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