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But a probation officer interviewed for the study said those under the orders left court "laughing their heads off".
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Thats not really news. Community Orders *could* be exceptionally useful but they'll never be tough enough to have the required effect. If people can continue to pick and choose what they'll do. Muck around when on placements and generally treat them with contempt without any comeback they'll continue to be seen as an easy option.
I don't know of anyone who has been jailed as a result of breaching a community service order
