If you have been convicted of a crime, you may be put on probation as part of your punishment. A person on probation needs to follow certain specific conditions set by the court, under the supervision of probation officer.
If a person on probation violates the terms related to their probation, they may face serious penalties, including imprisonment in a county jail. A San Bernardino Probation Violation Lawyer at the Law Offices of Julian I Ducre can provide the legal support you need to navigate these challenges. You can contact our lawyers by visit the website and get a free consultation.
There are two categories of probation violations:
A technical violation includes escaping a probation meeting, changing one’s address without proper permission, escaping a court payment, not following court’s ordered to do community help, classes, programs, etc. A substantive violation is imposed when a person under probation is charged for committing a new criminal offense.
Probation violation has very serious consequences. The most common consequences are:
If a person violates probation, they still have certain legal rights, including:
There are many defensive strategies that can be utilized when a person is being charged for probation violations. However, an experienced and skilled criminal defense attorney is necessary to identify the strategies that can be applied in to your case in court.
If you are accused of probation violation in San Bernardino, you are under serious threat. Julian Ducre is a dedicated and experienced criminal defense attorney. His tactics may prove effective in your case. Call Julian’s office today to schedule a free consultation: (951) 662-2022
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