Your probation interview is a critical stage of the case against you. It can affect how you are sentenced even in cases where you are accepting a plea offer with a promised sentence. It is important that you are honest, up front, and treat the [...]

Probation refers to supervision by a county probation officer. Your Probation will be monitored in the County that you live in.

A probation sentence can result from a misdemeanor conviction (1, 2, or 3 years) or following a felony conviction (3, 4, or 5 years).  Sex crimes carry a more significant time of probation.  For misdemeanor sex crimes, probation is up to 6 years and for [...]

The terms and conditions of probation will vary depending on the type of conviction. For instance, if you are convicted of a DWI offense, some of the conditions will relate to driving, while a conviction for a drug related offense may require conditions of treatment. [...]

If you are placed on probation for a DWI, in addition to the general conditions above, you can also expect the following terms and conditions: Do not enter or visit any bar, tavern, or other establishment whose primary focus is serving alcohol. Refrain from entering [...]

If you are placed on probation for a sexual offense, in addition to the general conditions above, you can also expect the following terms and conditions: Cooperate with all requirements of the New York State Sex Offender Registration Act. Submit to a sex offender evaluation [...]

If you are in good standing with no pending violations, misdemeanor probation and felony probation can be transferred to another county if life circumstances or a new job force you to change your residence.