Clearwater Probation Violation Attorney
Probation is a possible sentence criminal defendants receive. Generally, a defendant on probation must meet certain conditions, such as undergoing regular drug testing and meeting with a probation officer. The probationer also must avoid any additional criminal conduct. Unfortunately, some defendants violate one or more conditions of their probation, and there are steep consequences, including a trip behind bars. Call The Reep Law Firm to obtain the services of our Clearwater probation violation attorney.
Staying Out of Jail
Probation is a common sentencing option. You will be given a list of conditions to meet for the duration of probation. Some first-time offenders receive straight probation when they do not qualify for a sentencing alternative. Those convicted of more serious offenses might receive community control, which is a more severe form of probation and prohibits a probationer from leaving their house.
Anyone on probation should fully understand what conditions they must fulfill. One mistake, even accidentally, can result in the revocation of probation.
Some common violations include:
- Testing positive for consuming an illegal substance
- Breaking the law
- Failing to meet with probation officer as required
- Any other violation of the terms of probation
You will likely need to attend a hearing where a judge will decide whether you can stay on probation with new conditions. This is a high-stakes hearing, and some people get sent to jail to complete their sentence. They will not see their families for years and can lose their job. Going to jail or prison makes it much harder to reintegrate into society when you complete your sentence.
The Reep Law Firm is available to discuss a potential probation violation. First, we can help our clients understand what is expected of them. Avoiding a violation in the first place is the best course of action.
Second, we can find evidence and craft arguments to your benefit. Our firm is led by a former prosecutor, so he understands the way judges analyze alleged violations. Not every judge will forgive a probation violation. We can make an argument that you should continue with probation and not have it revoked.
Reach Out Immediately to Our Clearwater Probation Violation Lawyers
Have you been accused of a probation violation? The first step to protect your liberty is to contact an experienced lawyer. Our Clearwater probation violation attorney can review the allegations and get your side of the story. Some of our clients have accidentally violated probation. Sometimes events are out of your control, such as getting into an accident which prevents you from meeting with your office.
We can also prepare for any hearing before a judge and argue you should continue with probation, despite the alleged violation. A lawyer knows how to make persuasive arguments for a judge’s consideration.
Helpfully, our firm can also help defend against any subsequent criminal violation. Many people have probation revoked because they get picked up for a new crime, like DUI or shoplifting. Our firm can defend anyone accused of common crimes. Call our Clearwater probation violation attorney today.
