Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Unnecessarily placed on probation

Charged with possession of a controlled substance. Accepted summary probation(drug diversion classes). After paying fees, was directed(by clerk)to probation office. Unfamiliar with the legal system and thinking I was doing what was required of me I did as instructed. Filled out all paperwork and was placed on probation w/all applicable fees etc.(although probation was not ordered) Appear and submit proof of completion of diversion program asked judge about probation being required of me. He says, ''No.'' and to, ''Just ignore further bills from them. Let them get money some other way.'' I'm guessing he meant those actually sentenced/ordered to do so. Called them, trying to get them to stop sending bills. They won't cease and are somehow unable to check out my case. They just want their money. I am close to being kicked out because of letters coming from ''Probation Compliance Team'' Or something to that effect. I'm thinking my credit report will be ruined because of this. If I were rich, I'd probably just payed the bill every month without questioning it, or more realistically never been put in this situation. But such is not the case and this is not helping me in that regard.

Where do I stand? Is this a common occurrence? Can I sue?


Asked on 12/23/05, 7:59 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Philip Iadevaia Law Offices of Philip A. Iadevaia

Re: Unnecessarily placed on probation

You were placed on ''summary'' probation, which means you were not formally required to appear anywhere or report anywhere. I do not know what they're charging you with or how much they're charging you. Send more information. Good luck.

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Answered on 12/23/05, 11:20 am


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