Are there any restrictions on owning a vehicle while on parole or probation?
In Washington, if a person is on parole or probation, they will still be allowed to own a vehicle, but there are some restrictions. First, if the parole or probation officer has placed any special conditions on the parole or probation, those must be followed or the vehicle ownership could be revoked. For example, if the person on parole or probation is required not to leave the state, then they must not drive a vehicle out of state. Second, most probation and parole systems require that the person on parole or probation report any changes to their vehicle. This typically includes any modifications they make to the vehicle or any changes in the vehicle’s ownership. Third, there are a number of activities that are prohibited while on parole or probation. Driving recklessly, driving without insurance, and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol are all illegal and could result in the revocation of parole or probation. Additionally, parolees and probationers must obtain permission from their probation or parole officer before using a vehicle. Finally, parolees and probationers may not own certain kinds of vehicles or equipment. For example, owning an armored vehicle or a weaponized vehicle is prohibited. So is owning certain types of weapons, such as semi-automatic rifles, machine guns, and explosives. In general, parolees and probationers are allowed to own vehicles, but they must abide by the regulations set forth by their probation or parole officer and certain activities are prohibited.
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