probation fees
Not sure if anyone can help, but it's worth a shot asking.
I got into some trouble with the law when i was 17, got charged as a minor, and did probation.
They ordered my mom to pay for my probation fees, etc, but she never paid them. Now that i'm 18 i'm wondering if it's transferred to me now and am I going to be held responsible? I just don't want to get pulled over and end up getting sent to county for some unpaid fees I can't pay for right now.
(I'm planning on paying them, I just need time to get a job. I need to be sure that there isn't going to be any problems if I happen to run into the law anytime soon.)
May 18, 2016
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Unfortunately, it appears to depend on the jurisdiction and the terms. This is what I have been able to gather from the internet.
Ultimately, the point that I'm making is that you still need to find and ask someone else who can answer your questions.
In addition, you need to get hold of as much documentation as you can. Past and present letters, bills, whatever is relevant. Build up a paper trail that you maintain.
Example where the parent remains responsible for paying the fees:
Maricopa County, AZ - https://www.superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/JuvenileProbation/Administration/administrativeFAQ.asp
"My son/daughter turned 18 and is now an adult, aren't they now responsible for the fees?
No, the court ordered you to pay the fees and they remain your responsibility."
Examples that give exception:
Pima County, AZ - http://www.pcjcc.pima.gov/HTML%20files/FAQs/General.html
"Q. Which fees am I responsible for as a Parent/Guardian?
A. The Parent/Guardian is responsible for all fees assessed, with one exception. Restitution is assessed to the juvenile and remains his or her responsibility after s/he reaches the age of 18. However, there may be instances in which a Parent/Guardian may be held responsible for a portion of the Restitution."
Pennsylvania - http://www.jlc.org/resources/fact-sheets/restitution-pennsylvania
"How long will the youth be held responsible for the judgment?
The youth is responsible for the judgment until the entire amount is paid. The juvenile court that ordered the judgment has the power to collect money from the youth until he or she reaches age 21. After age 21, another court can assume the power to collect the judgment if it remains unpaid."
also note...
"Can parents be required to contribute to the judgment?
Yes. A court may order parents, guardians or custodians to contribute to the judgment. If they do not comply with this order, they may be found in contempt of court."