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CR-285

Order on Petition for Early Discharge from Probation 973.09(3)(d)

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective June 2, 2022

This form is used to write an official court order that either allows or denies a request for someone to be released early from probation. It records the court's findings and final decision regarding the early discharge.

The court describes it as: To enable the court to grant or deny a Petition for early discharge from probation.

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This form is used when the Department of Corrections files a Petition for Early Discharge from probation. The court uses it to make a final ruling on that request.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

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Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is used by the court to issue an order. It records what the judge finds and what the judge orders. Great care must be taken when filling it out.
Does this form require a hearing?
The form includes a finding that the court did or did not conduct a hearing on the Petition. The court makes the final order on the petition.
What happens after this form is filed?
The form states that it is a final order for the purpose of appeal, meaning it can be appealed. The court must distribute copies to several parties, including the defendant and the Department of Corrections.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect June 2, 2022.

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