Mack Law BlogHow long does the early termination process take?

Question:

I am scheduled for early termination March 11. How long does it take for the paperwork to go through? In other words, will I have to report to my probation officer after March 11 until my case is for sure closed?

Answer:

It depends on how you are handling it. If you have an attorney to file a motion and set it for a hearing, then your probation will be terminated at the hearing if the judge signs the order. Could be even faster if the attorney contacts the state attorney and if they have no problems with it they simply send it in to the judge to sign. if your probation officer is handling it for you, confirm it for one, and two it depends on how fast the probation officer moves. But you are not off probation until you have a signed court order in your hands.