Minneapolis Probation Violation Lawyer
Have you violated your probation?
When you are on probation, you are being consistently monitored to ensure good behavior and compliance with any specific requirements set forth by the court. Violations of probation can therefore occur in many forms, including but not limited to:
- Failing to pay a fine you were ordered to pay
- Not attending counseling or rehabilitation programs ordered by the court
- Failing to carry out the full term of community service ordered
- Being involved in further trouble with the law, whether of the same type of offense or another
- Not completing required training courses such as driver education
- Missing a scheduled court appearance
- Failing to check in with your probation officer as scheduled
- Skipping any court-ordered drug or alcohol tests
- Violating any travel restrictions imposed
- Changing your address or phone number without informing your probation officer
It can happen that you are accused of violating your probation by mistake due to false information. In other cases, a situation may have occurred based on a misunderstanding, which may be able to be cleared up without negative consequences. It is vital, however, that you obtain the help of a Minneapolis criminal defense attorney as this is a delicate situation and requires an effective legal address.
Consequences for Probation Violations
The specific consequences of probation violations will vary depending on the crime for which you were placed on probation and the penalties it potentially carried. You can find yourself facing the original penalties if the judge is not satisfied with your explanation. Penalties may also be imposed for the violation itself. Repeat offenders will likely receive little leniency, especially if there has been more than one violation on this one particular case. With the help of my firm, Grostyan & Associates PLC, I Attorney Tony Grostyan, will prepare your strongest defense possible and seek to help you avoid these consequences.
Contact a Minneapolis probation violation lawyer
if you have been accused of violating your probation.