Office of County Probation
The Highlands County Misdemeanor Probation provides supervision and support for individuals placed on misdemeanor probation by the court. Our goal is to promote accountability, ensure compliance with court-ordered conditions, and support successful completion of probation.
Our mission is to support individuals on Misdemeanor Probation through respectful supervision, individualized guidance, and access to services that encourage responsibility, personal growth, and positive community reintegration.
If you have questions about your probation requirements, reporting dates, or payments, please contact our office. Staff are available to assist you during normal business hours.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Closed for lunch from 12:30-1:30 p.m.
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
47 Wilhite Street, Avon Park, FL 33825
MAILING ADDRESS
PO Box 97, Avon Park, FL 33826
PHONE NUMBER
863-402-7100
Important Information
- Report monthly report to a probation officer
- Pay all court-ordered fines and fees
- Complete community service hours
- Attend court-ordered classes or treatment programs
- Submit to drug and/or alcohol testing
- Comply with all laws and avoid new arrests
- Report on your assigned date each month.
- Bring all required documentation (completed community service, program certificates, etc.).
- Notify probation immediately of any address or employment changes.
- In person at the probation office
- By money order, debit or credit
- By phone, to our office
- Online at www.highlandsfl.gov
- A violation report being submitted to the court
- A court hearing
- Additional penalties, including possible jail time