Probation Violations

Allegations of violating probation or parole in Georgia could lead to very negative consequences. Consequences can include being sent back to jail or prison, extended supervision, and additional penalties. Having an experienced parole and probation attorney on your side is the best way to protect your legal rights and personal freedom.

Probation Violation Defense in Georgia

Probation allows convicted individuals to be released from jail for a specified amount of time. During the probation period there are strict requirements that must be met

Violations of any probation requirements can be grounds to revoke the probation, and force a return to jail. Examples of common probation violations are: failing drug testing, missing meetings with your probation officer, new arrests, and failure to complete court-ordered programs.

Regardless of the reason or explanation, any violation can result in being arrested and being brought into court to settle the matter. An experienced probation violation defense lawyer can intervene and fight to help you avoid revocation of probation.

Probation Violation Defense in Georgia

Technical Violations

Missing Appointments: Parolees are typically required to meet with their parole officer regularly, and failure to do so can be a violation.

Failing Drug Test: Drug testing is a standard condition and probably the most common violation. This includes testing for marijuana, illegal drugs, and controlled substances.

Curfew Violation: Parole agreements may include curfews. If you are caught being out after curfew that is a violation.

Travel Restrictions: Parolees may have limitations on travel. Going outside of these areas, for any reason not specifically approved, is a clear violations.

Associating with Known Criminal: Parole terms typically prohibit interaction between a parolee and any known criminal.

Failing to Maintain Residence / Employment: Parolees are usually required to have a stable residence and hold a job.

Failure to Pay Fines: Parolees may be required to pay restitution, fines, and other fees. All payments must be made in accordance with the parole terms.

Substantive Violations

New Crimes: Any new arrest, misdemeanor or felony, can be cause to revoke parole.

Weapons Possession: Posession of a firearm, or other weapon such as brass knuckles, certain knives, etc. is prohibited.

Regardless of the reason or explanation, any violation can result in being arrested and being brought into court to settle the matter. An experienced probation violation defense lawyer can intervene and fight to help you avoid revocation of probation.

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