Q: Is it against the law for a probation officer to force you to work,when you've already payed off everything
All I have left is being on probation time,11 more months.Plus I live off grid on generator & propane and get 30-40 ft and it reaches -40 out.She told me to ride a bike to get a job!! Its not court ordered and my fiancee is providing all financial needs,shelter and food.My fiancee works from 5am till 7:30pm 6 days a week.Im having a hard enough time coming to see her.I have sit there 5hrs at -40 till they open?! I don't have rides,get snowed in,why do i have to have a job when i dont owe anthing.Can I fight her in court for putting my life in danger for forcing me to get a job? It wasn't court ordered.
A:
As a probationer, you are subject to the conditions set by the court and the probation officer overseeing your case. Generally, probation officers have some discretion in setting conditions that they believe will aid in rehabilitation and ensure compliance with the law.
However, these conditions must be reasonable and related to your rehabilitation. If being employed was not a court-ordered condition of your probation and your basic needs are being met without employment, requiring you to get a job might be seen as unreasonable, especially under harsh living conditions.
If you believe that a probation officer's demands are unreasonable or put your safety at risk, you have the right to challenge these conditions. This usually involves speaking to the probation officer's supervisor or filing a motion in court. In court, a judge would review the conditions and determine if they are appropriate.
It would be advisable to consult with an attorney to discuss the specifics of your situation and the best approach to address your concerns with the probation conditions.
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