In 2007 I was placed in a Pre-trial program. When I entered the program I was told by the director and a magistrate court judge that stipulations placed on me cannot be enforced outside of the pre trial program. For example it was stated in the agreement that I could never seek P.O.S.T (peace officer standards and training)Certification, had to do community service and pay a fine.

Currently I am looking to go into probation's at the time I though POST only certified police officers. Since then I have learned that this is not the case.

My question: Is what I was told true? That she couldn't stop me from seeking post certification because it goes against the pre trial program.

Where? Location matters as laws vary.

Would you please clarify "... I am looking to go into probation's at the time I though POST only certified police officers." What are you intending to do?

I would, incidentally, believe the Judge/Magistrate.

This is in GA. I would like to become a Probation Officer.

In 2007 I was placed in a Pre-trial program. When I entered the program I was told by the director and a magistrate court judge that stipulations placed on me cannot be enforced outside of the pre trial program. For example it was stated in the agreement that I could never seek P.O.S.T (peace officer standards and training)Certification, had to do community service and pay a fine.

My question: Is what I was told true? That she couldn't stop me from seeking post certification because it goes against the pre trial program.Hello S:

You say stuff was "stated in the agreement", and then you ask about what you were "told". If your agreement was written, I'd read it again, and/or tell us EXACTLY what it says. If it was TOLD to you, then I would disregard it. Plus, I have a problem with stuff you CANNOT do being listed in your agreement, for example, I don't know why they didn't list medical school, or becoming a lawyer as things you can't do...

Finally, I have trouble with you having to pay a fine and do community service if you were NEVER convicted of anything. I understand pretrial supervision. But, it's NOT the same as POST trial supervision. In one, you're a convicted criminal. In the other, you're a free citizen. They ain't the same...

So, if you can clear up these details, I CAN give you a clear cut answer. So can Judy.

excon

Excon:

Thank you for responding!

Terms listed in the agreement were:
1. 1000.00 fine
2. Responsibility class
3. 100 hours of community service.
4. Never see POST certification.

I was in the pre-trial program for one year. After I completed the program. The charge was dismissed and the arrest was expunged from my record.

Hello again, s:

Thanks... It's a strange proscription... I don't know HOW they would enforce it... I don't know WHO would enforce it. I don't know HOW they'd know if you attempted to violate it, or if they'd CARE, or WHO'D care. But, even if the POST certification requires a background check, I can't imagine they'd uncover the contents of this agreement.

So, if you applied, and they said no, that's the WORST that can happen. I'd give it a shot.

excon

Hello again, s:

Thanks... It's a strange proscription... I dunno HOW they would enforce it... I dunno WHO would enforce it. I dunno HOW they'd know if you attempted to violate it, or if they'd CARE, or WHO'D care. But, even if the POST certification requires a background check, I can't imagine they'd uncover the contents of this agreement.

So, if you applied, and they said no, that's the WORST that can happen. I'd give it a shot.

excon


I'm with you! Another unenforceable "decision" by the Court.