on probation

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The other charges were dismissed and Paul, who was put on probation, submitted a plea of abeyance.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

What if a defendant is still on probation when he seeks prospective relief?

From Slate • Jan. 8, 2026

As part of its plea deal with the DoJ, the bank was placed on probation for three years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

In February this year, Young Boys had a suspended partial home stadium closure activated for the lighting of fireworks, with a new and more substantial ground punishment placing them on probation for another two years.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

By the end of 2007, more than 7 million Americans—or one in every 31 adults—were behind bars, on probation, or on parole.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander