PROBATION CAN BE REVOKED ON A TECHNICALITY
At The Law Office of Shawn C. Brown, PC, in San Antonio, we can help you challenge a state’s motion to revoke your probation. Our team of criminal defense lawyers is experienced and tenacious, willing to fight for you in courtrooms across South Texas.
Don’t face unnecessary penalties because of a probation violation. Call our office at 1-888-WE-FIGHT and 210-224-8200 or email us for a free consultation with an attorney.
What Is A Motion To Revoke?
Community supervision is an alternative sentencing option available in some criminal cases. A judge can grant two types of supervision. Direct probation may be granted in lieu of jail time after you are convicted, either by pleading guilty or a jury finding. Deferred adjudication allows you to keep a conviction off your permanent record by successfully completing probation.
When you are placed on supervision, you agree to abide by certain terms in exchange for the alternative sentence. If you violate any of the terms, the state may choose to file a motion to revoke your probation. When the state successfully proves its case, you could face the original sentence, which may include jail or prison time. Having an experienced attorney on your side during the hearing is crucial.
What Are Some Common Conditions Of Probation?
A judge determines which conditions you will be required to follow while on supervision. In reality, these conditions are not always easy to follow. For instance, you may have to take time off work to meet with your probation officer or find the money to pay for drug testing. Yet, even a small, technical violation can become the basis of a motion to revoke.
Not committing any new crimes
Abstaining from alcohol or drug use
Submitting to required drug and alcohol testing
Attending mandatory drug treatment, anger management or other classes
Subjecting yourself to random home inspections
Reporting to your probation officer
Holding a consistent job
Notifying your probation officer if you move or get a new job
Paying court-ordered alimony, child support, restitution and costs
Completing community service hours
Staying away from others with a criminal record
Abiding by the terms of other orders, such as a protective order
Returning home before a designated curfew
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