Expert: Robin Sexton - 7/17/2008

Question
I am a convicted felon living in the state of Tn , I was convicted of a felony in Ky. I was forced to leave the state and live here in Tn. The judge in Ky who tried my case has recently retired and my Parole officer here is interested in sending me back home to Ky. I am wondering what are the chances of me going back home , I have a parole officer in both states. Will I get to go home to my family ? Sincerely Jeremy S.

Answer
Jeremy,

To  be honest i have never heard of someone on parole being forced to leave the state they were convicted in.  Normally they are trying to leave their home state and the parole authorities resist that. With out knowing a lot more details I can say this.  Depending on the amount of time you have left, how well you have been doing on parole I would say you have an outstanding chance of returning home.  Obviously depending on the area you are moving to, the type of crime you were convicted of you may face some issues locally. Over zealous law enforcement, public reaction etc.  The only way to combat that is staying out of trouble and showing that you have changed.  Time will take care of a lot problems, but it may be difficult in the short term.

Good luck

robin