Probation is a form of criminal sentencing that allows individuals to serve their sentences in the community instead of in jail or prison. It is often given to first-time offenders or in cases where the court believes rehabilitation can be achieved outside of incarceration. While probation offers an opportunity to avoid jail, it comes with [...]
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Apr, 2023
Navigating Probation and Parole in New Jersey
Probation and parole are often used interchangeably in conversation, but in the legal system, they refer to distinct processes. Both are alternatives to incarceration that allow offenders to serve out their sentences under community supervision. It is important to understand what probation and parole entail in New Jersey, as well as some deciding factors, outcomes, [...]
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Aug, 2022
New Jersey’s Probation Requirements: What Limited Freedom Looks Like
Even as a convicted offender, there are options to avoid jail or prison time and instead serve their sentence in another way. This is known as probation, which allows a person to remain in the community under a strict set of rules and a system of supervision to ensure they stay out of trouble. Now [...]