What does it mean when the hearing type says review deferred?
I am currently on a deferred sentence and was wondering what to expect when I go in for this court hearing. I have not yet completed all the requirements. I have completed my UPS and I will have 6 cognitive skills classes done at time of hearing. They did not specify how many of these classes I needed so I am really getting worried about that. I am not gonna be able to pay my restitution by that time. I just need to know what I have to prepare for.
A review of a deferred sentence is typically set about the time the deferred is set to expire. At that time, the court reviews your case file to see if you have completed all your court ordered requirements. It may be possible to get an extension of time to complete your outstanding conditions, but you should request that well before your deferred is up, to maximize your chance of getting more time. Be prepared to explain why you couldn't finish everything on time. IF you were constrained financially, that may be a good reason to get an extension. Good Luck!
It's possible that the court set up periodic review dates to inspect whether you are complying with the terms and conditions of the deferred. How long ago did you plead guilty? How many months is the term of the deferred?
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am at the end of the deferred period. I have been on probation almost 2 years. Its not as if I haven't wanted to comply but the 1st year on it I had 3 surgeries and I have had serval medical issues that have caused me to focus more on my health. I have to have another surgery in 10 days which is gonna put me back further. I have all my medical documents that will show all this. I am just not sure what to do at this point.
The first thing I would do is talk to the probation officer. Find out what his/her position is. If you still have to fulfill requirements, then the court has the authority to extend - as opposed to revoke - your deferred judgment. Please contact an attorney for assistance if you are in jeopardy of getting the deferred revoked. You have the right to a hearing.
