Judges must specify in a community service order the amount of hours to be worked. Which of the following is true?

• A. False
• B. Not required
• C. May be required only if requested by the defendant
• D. True

Answer: (D)

Specifying the number of hours to be worked in a community service order provides a clear, measurable obligation. This makes compliance visible and trackable: the supervising agency can verify how many hours have been completed, monitor progress, and determine whether the sentence has been fulfilled. It also helps the defendant understand exactly what is expected and prevents ambiguity about the workload. Typically the order includes a total hour count and a schedule (for example, a certain number of hours over a defined period), which keeps the sentence enforceable and orderly. Without a defined hours amount, the order can become vague and hard to enforce, undermining the purpose of the community service arrangement.