Grant was arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm, a misdemeanor in New York State. He is involved in a custody battle with his ex-wife and he brought the gun with him to scare her into letting him see his daughter more often. They got into a shouting match and he pulled the gun out. Grant was arrested and he pled guilty to disorderly conduct, a handgun violation, and was given probation. Even though Grant and his ex-wife don't see eye to eye, the likelihood that Grant will successfully complete his term of probation is high based on which factor?

A. He wants to see his daughter.
B. He does not have a past criminal history.
C. The judge will put him in jail if he doesn't comply.
D. He is getting counseling for his anger issues.


Answer: B

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