Since July 2021, more than 20,000 Georgians have successfully terminated their probation early! Georgia has the longest probation sentences in the country, but a new law (SB 105) created a pathway for Georgians on felony probation to have their sentence terminated after three years if certain milestones are met. Learn more below about how you can self-advocate for early termination.
Are you on felony probation? Have you served at least 3 years of your probation sentence?
If so, you may be eligible for early termination of your probation!
Do you meet the following criteria?
You may be able to terminate your probation early even if you still owe fines and fees, but restitution must be paid.
And remember, if you terminate probation to complete your sentence, you can vote. You can also vote even if still serving a Felony Offender Act or Conditional Discharge sentence, as long as your status isn’t revoked. See GJP.org/voting for more information.
What should I do if I think I am eligible for early termination?
Frequently Asked Questions
If you meet the criteria above, here’s what to expect:
Georgia Justice Project (GJP) may be able to help you.
GJP has provided holistic legal representation to individuals facing criminal charges in metro Atlanta for 35 years. We have recently added a program to assist with probation issues for people who cannot afford an attorney.
Reach out to GJP if:
Call us at (404) 827-0027 option 6 or email us at probation@GJP.org
For more information: