Opinion ID: 2499764
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 7

Heading: Mandatory Parole Sentence

Text: Petitioner is now serving a five-year mandatory parole sentence, which is slated to run through November 20, 2016, less earned time, if any. As a parolee, Respondent's freedom of movement and association are somewhat circumscribed. Jessica Lee (Lee), Respondent's parole officer, explained that Respondent may travel freely within the Denver metropolitan areaalthough he may not operate a motor vehiclebut he must seek Lee's permission to travel outside those boundaries and secure her written authorization to cross state lines. Petitioner is required to undergo monthly urinalysis testing, he must abstain from alcohol consumption, and he is expected to obtain a sponsor whom he can contact for support and guidance. But most germane to Petitioner's desire to again practice law is the prohibition against his unapproved association with anyone who has been charged with a crimeincluding felonies, misdemeanors, and municipal code violations. As Petitioner's parole order makes clear, he must submit the names and dates of birth of any person [he] would like to associate with; he bears the burden of asking each such person whether or not he or she has been charged with a crime and seeking Lee's permission to associate with those who have. [24] Lee testified that she and her supervisors interpret this directive as requiring her approval of Petitioner's interactions with any potential client who has been charged with a crime, whether that potential client is seeking legal counsel in a civil or a criminal matter. Lee also explained that failure to adhere to these conditions of parole could result in a range of penalties, including reprimand, loss of earned time, and revocation of parole. Lee testified that to date, Petitioner has complied with all conditions governing his parole sentence and has been placed on the lowest level of supervision. She also noted that Petitioner may be eligible for early termination of his parole sentence, which he could seek after two-and-a-half years [25] if he continues to adhere to his parole conditions.