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Rules of Probation for Every Probationer

Below is a list of rules that every probationer must follow and he/she signs when agreeing to probation. These are the rules that must be followed in their entirety or the probationer may have their probation violated in court or be sanctioned in the office for non-compliance

1. I will live without violating any law. A conviction in a court of law is not necessary for such a violation of law to constitute a violation of my probation, community control, or any other form of court ordered supervision.

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2. I will report all arrests, including traffic violation/citations, within 24 hours regardless of the outcome to my Probation Officer.

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3. I will not possess, carry, or own any firearm. I will not possess, carry, or own any weapon without first procuring the consent of my Probation Officer.

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4. I will work at a lawful occupation and support my dependents, if any, to the best of my ability.

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5. I will keep my Probation Officer informed of my current phone number and current address at all times while on supervision.

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6. I will promptly and truthfully answer all inquiries directed to me by the Court or my Probation Officer; will allow my Probation Officer to visit in my home, at my employment site or elsewhere, and I will comply with all instructions my officer may give me. I will obey all oral and written instructions of my Probation Officer and abide by any sanction imposed upon me as a result of an alleged violation of the terms and conditions of my supervision.

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7. I will provide any documentation or verification requested by my Probation Officer as soon as possible.

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8. I will not use intoxicants (beer, whiskey, wine, etc.) of any kind to excess, or use or have in my possession illegal or non-prescribed drugs or drug paraphernalia. I will submit to drug screens as required during my time on supervision, including oral, urine, dermal and, at my expense, blood. I understand that failure to comply is an admission of guilt.

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9. I agree to a search, without warrant, of my person, vehicle, property, or place of residence by any Probation Officer or Law Enforcement Officer, at any time.

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10. I agree to pay all required court costs/fines/fees/restitution to the sentencing court as ordered by the Judge. I agree to pay all imposed fees/costs necessary for and during my supervision to the probation office, unless waived by appropriate authorities.

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11. I will complete/comply with all special conditions ordered by the Court as listed below: 

  • Fine $___________

  • A&D Assessment and Follow Recommendations

  • MH Assessment and Follow Recommendations

  • Payment Plan with Clerk’s Office

  • No Alcohol

  • No Use or Possession of Illegal or Non-Prescribed Drugs

  • Full Time Employment

  • Restitution $__________________

  • Random Drug Screens

  • Classes (Victim Impact, Relapse Prevention, Batterer's Intervention, DUI, Theft/Shoplifting, etc.)

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12. I will not engage in any assaultive, abusive, threatening, or intimidating behavior. I will not behave in a manner that poses a threat to others or myself. I will not participate in any criminal gang related activities as defined by TCA 40-35-121.

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13. I will complete ___________ hours of community service work during my time on probation, to be performed at the instruction of my Probation Officer or the Court.

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14. I will not abscond from supervision. I understand that avoiding service of process, arrest, or prosecution, refusing to report as instructed, leave the approved area of travel or actively avoiding Probation Officers are all acts of absconding.

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