In Texas, an offender was sentenced to probation. The judg…
In Texas, an offender was sentenced to probation. The judge has indicated that there is sufficient evidence to find the defendant guilty, but the case is put on “hold”, and the defendant is placed on probation for a specific number of years, subject to the conditions of probation. The defendant has not been found guilty and had punishment assessed at this stage of the trial, therefore, there is no felony conviction or interruption of a defendant’s rights except that he may not purchase, or receive any firearms. If a probationer’s probation is revoked, the Judge may assess the maximum punishment allowed by law. What type of probation were they placed on?
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