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Is T.J. McDonald in legal jeopardy? Here’s the full story

Is Dolphins safety T.J. McDonald headed back to jail?

The short answer: No — assuming he fulfills his legal obligations.

Why is this even a question?

McDonald, on probation after pleading down a 2016 DUI charge, is “wayyy behind on his community service and didn't complete his alcohol program,” TMZ reported Wednesday.

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But that is only half of the story.

Here is the rest: McDonald asked for and received an extension from the court to fulfill the terms of probation, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.