Q: Hi I got a dui last year and was supposed to start my work release program on 3/1/23 but I mistaken it for a later date

A: I wrote a Guide on this subject several years ago which may provide you with some guidance.

https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/bench-warrant-violation-of-probation-diy-or-hire-a-lawyer-legal-guide-

A: Probation Violation and Arrest Warrant Exposure.

Need to have your attorney appear in court before the Judge to explain what happened and request an extension of time to report to work program. You do not want to get arrested before you have had an opportunity to go before the judge and get an extension,

Wishing you the very best.

A: You want your lawyer to put the matter back ON CALENDAR and explain to the court.

There should be no problem getting a new date...absent other aggravating facts.

A: Normally there is a deadline, not a start date. If you missed your deadline, you may be in violation of probation, and a warrant will eventually go out when the completion deadline has come and passed. With that said, it looks like you are still within 30 days, so there may not be a warrant yet. You need to to go back to court ASAP to ask the Judge for an extension and re-enrollment papers. A violation of probation can result in jail time, which is why you want to address it ASAP.

A: If you have missed the start date for your work release program due to a mistake, it is important to contact your probation officer or the court as soon as possible to inform them of the situation. They may give you a chance to explain your mistake and work with you to reschedule the start date of your program. However, failure to comply with the terms of your probation or work release program can result in serious consequences, including revocation of probation and a possible jail sentence. It is important to take responsibility for your mistake and take the necessary steps to rectify the situation.