Probation Revocations

Posted By Richard Lawson on Apr 21, 2011 8:38pm PDT

An Atlanta probation revocation proceeding can be stressful. A probation officer may seek a revocation of a persons probation for two general types of violations of probation: the first is technical probation violations, and the second are new offense violations. Technical violations are things like failing to report, an arrearage of fines, not doing community service, or dirty drug screens. New offense violations are when you pick up new charges, even traffic charges, while on probation. One of the main requirements of probation is that you not commit any criminal offenses.

Your probation officer can seek to revoke some or all of your probation. If it is a probation violation for a new offense, the remainder of the balance may be revoked. If it is a technical violation, there is a maximum for how much time can be revoked. One of the worst aspects of being charged with a probation violation is that you are generally not eligible for a bond while awaiting the revocation hearing. However, in some instances, a probation revocation bond is available. Talk to a qualified attorney about this in your case.

Often, the case is negotiated with the probation officer. Atlanta attorney Richard Lawson has a great track record for getting people reinstated on their probation. A reinstatement is particulary important to those on first offender probation as they face re-sentencing on their charges. If you are facing a probation revocation, call Atlanta attorney Richard Lawson today to discuss your case and how to achieve the best possible outcome.

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