KRS 533.060: Probation Conditions and Revocation in Kentucky

What Is KRS 533.060?

KRS 533.060 governs probation in Kentucky — including the conditions that may be imposed and the procedures for revocation. Most criminal defendants in Lexington and Louisville will deal with probation in some form, and understanding this statute is essential.

Common Probation Conditions

Reporting regularly to a probation officer
Paying fines, restitution, and supervision fees
Completing treatment programs (substance abuse, anger management)
Maintaining employment or attending school
Avoiding new criminal violations
Submitting to drug testing
Refraining from possessing firearms
No-contact orders
Completing community service

Probation Revocation Process

If you violate probation, the process generally is:

Probation officer files a violation report
Court issues a warrant or summons
You have a probable cause hearing
A revocation hearing follows
The judge decides whether to revoke probation, modify conditions, or continue probation

Penalties for Revocation

Imposition of the original suspended sentence
Possible additional probation conditions
Loss of good-time credits
Detention while awaiting revocation hearing

Defenses to Revocation

The violation didn’t actually occur
The violation was technical, not substantive
Substantial compliance with most conditions
Mitigating circumstances

Don’t Face Revocation Alone

Revocation hearings can result in years of incarceration. Call Clark + Harris at 859-474-0001 — 24/7.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon should I contact Clark + Harris after being charged in Kentucky?

As soon as possible. Early representation protects your rights during questioning, preserves evidence, and often leads to better outcomes. Call 859-474-0001 — we respond promptly to new inquiries.

Does Clark + Harris represent clients throughout Kentucky?

Yes. We represent clients in all 120 Kentucky counties, both state District and Circuit courts, and federal courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.

What happens during a free consultation with Clark + Harris?

We review the specific charges and evidence, discuss available defenses, explain the likely process in the relevant court, and give you a clear roadmap of next steps — at no cost to you.

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