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A violation of probation occurs when a general or special condition of a probation court order has been violated. The objective of a violation proceeding is to impose the original jail sentence. Special defenses are available in these proceedings.
Jack I. Hyatt is a former Senior Criminal Probation Officer, and Former Assistant States Attorney and has participated in numerous violation of probation and parole proceedings. He thoroughly understands the mechanics of probation, what the state's burdens are to prove a violation of probation, what defenses will best work and which defenses will not work. He will bring his experiences, using both sides of the law, to aggressively represent you in your violation of probation and will provide the very best opportunity so you will not have to serve the jail sentence imposed by the court. If we accept your case, we will provide you with a special prompt package that will enable you to detail exactly what occurred. After questioning you, we will detail all of your options and the very best way to proceed in your case. If you are on probation with harsh conditions, with the correct preparation, it is possible to have the conditions of probation modified, and sometimes terminated early.
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Client Comments
"Your aggressive representation was outstanding as it exceeded the result I hoped for as in addition to blocking the violation, you were above to get an early termination of my probation."~~C.C.
" Many thanks for your outstanding representation in getting my violation of probation charge dismissed prior to the hearing, especially since the probation officer was recommending my probation be terminated and that I go to jail."~~M.N.
"I never realized how technical a charge of violation of probation could be and could have never presented the defenses you made on my behalf that resulted in an acquittal of all charges."~~S.R.
"Thank you for your excellent representation, providing clear answers throughout the case and defending the violation of my existing probation due to a subsequent conviction, so I did not have to serve either sentence imposed by each court."~~A.C.
What is a Probation Violation?
When a Maryland criminal defendant is serving probation, there are rules that must be followed. If any of these rules are broken during the probationary period, a probation violation occurs, which could result in the following consequences:
- Revocation of Probation
- Jail time
How is Probation Violated?
Probation can be violated in many ways. The most commons types of probation violations include:
- Failure to Pay - When the defendant fails to pay required fines or restitution to the victim, a
probation violation may occur.
- Failure to Comply - Part of a defendant's probation may include rehabilitation or community service. When the defendant fails to complete these required programs, a probation violation may occur.
- Failure to Appear - Many probation requirements include a scheduled court appearance for a progress report. When the defendant fails to appear for the required court appearance, a probation violation may occur.
- Violation of Rules - Part of probation may include rules that prohibit the defendant from visiting certain persons or locations. When the defendant fails to adhere to these rules, a probation violation may occur.
- Failure to Report - Probation may require the defendant to report to a probation officer at scheduled times. Failure to appear when expected may result in a probation violation.
- Possession of Illegal Substances - When the defendant possesses illegal weapons or drugs, a probation violation may occur.
- Committing Crimes - Staying out of trouble is mandatory during probation. When the defendant commits new crimes during the probationary period, a probation violation may occur.
- Being Arrested - Regardless of whether criminal charges are present, when the defendant is arrested during the probationary period, a probation violation may occur.
In the event a violation has occurred, the very best time to retain an attorney who understands the mechanics of probation is immediately so the common mistakes can be avoided.
410 - 486 - 1800 24/7
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