Q: What is community service?
A: Community Service is an alternative service where offenders pay off fines and
costs by working for nonprofit or governmental agencies as volunteers.

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Q: What happens if I can’t complete Community Service because of a medical condition?
A: If you have a medical problem which would interfere with community service,
you must present documentation from your doctor explaining your limitations. If you are declared ineligible, the Judge will be notified.

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Q: Does this mean I work for free?
A: You are not working for free. The Court has determined that, as part of your sentence, you must perform community service.

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Q: What happens if I don’t complete my community service?
A: You will be in violation and will be returned to the Court for a Show Cause hearing.

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Q: Can I bring my children?
A: NO. You cannot bring your children to Court, Probation meetings, counseling sessions, or community service.

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Q: What is a Show Cause hearing?
A: A formal hearing before the Judge to allow the Judge to rule on whether a violation has occurred. If yes, then the Court may Order additional costs, probation, community service and/or jail.