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Did You Miss a Meeting with Your Probation Officer?

By Law Office of Ivan O.B. Morse  Sep. 6, 2011 1:50p

Understanding the Consequences

Missing a meeting with your probation officer could potentially land you in jail or prison.  The probation officer has a degree of latitude as far as deciding what action to take if there is a violation.  What he or she decides to do greatly depends on the particulars of why a meeting was missed, any prior violations, etc.  The options the officer has in dealing with the violation include issuing a warning or requesting penalties through the courts.

If the probation officer decides to request a hearing for a probation violation, the consequences can be devastating to someone who was able to avoid imprisonment or who had their sentence reduced.  If the request is granted, you may have to appear in court.  The matter is then up to a judge.  The judge will hear evidence from the prosecution on the specifics of the violation.  Depending on the original charges that an individual was facing criminal proceedings for, there are many things the judge may do.  It is possible that he or she may decide to revoke probation in which case the offender may have to serve out the remainder of their sentence in jail or prison.  As you can see, the consequences can be very serious so it is important to have the help of a Dublin criminal defense attorney at this hearing.

A Dublin probation violation attorney may be able to help!

Our legal team knows probation violation matters inside and out.  If all or part of your sentence involving imprisonment was converted to probation, a violation could be a big problem.  It is vital that you have someone on your side that will fight on your behalf and help you avoid imprisonment or other penalties.  Attorney Ivan Morse is a former Oakland police officer, which gives his clients a distinct advantage when it comes to criminal defense.  We are dedicated to aggressively defending every client whose case we take on no matter how simple or complex the situation.  We understand the apprehension and confusion someone charged with a criminal offense may be going through.  We have successfully represented clients in Dublin and surrounding areas in helping them avoid conviction or get the charges reduced.  See what may be done for your case!

Contact a Dublin probation violation lawyer with us today and schedule an initial consultation.  It may be possible to avoid serious consequences for missing a meeting with your probation officer!

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