Plain-Language Summary

This law section outlines the conditions and options for probation, including serving sentences on weekends, increasing conditions for drug violations, and revoking probation after multiple violations. It also addresses local rule-making and exceptions for violations. Additionally, it covers penalties for failure to pay fines, including contempt and possible imprisonment.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you violate your probation, the court may increase conditions, serve sentences on nonwork days, or revoke your probation after multiple violations, leading to possible re-sentencing.

Yes, the court may allow you to serve your probation on weekends or other nonwork days if you are employed and have committed a first or second violation.

Unless excused, failure to pay a fine can result in a contempt finding and up to six months of imprisonment after a hearing.

Yes, courts can adopt local rules for administering probation, but these rules must not conflict with state laws or Supreme Court rules, except regarding sanctions or conditions.