If you have been accused of violating probation or parole, you could be facing time in prison. Estrada Law is here to help. Schedule a consultation with our probation lawyer today.
What is probation?
Individuals who have never committed a felony before are eligible for probation by the jury. Occasionally, the judge may issue probation for a repeat offender, but this is uncommon and doesn’t apply to every felony offense.
Probation is not an alternative to a guilty sentence. Instead, probation means you have been found guilty and sentenced to jail or prison. However, the judge has chosen to probate your sentence and let you do community service, provided you follow the terms of probation.
Probation requirements include checking in with your probation officer regularly, performing drug and alcohol tests, and more.
How does probation get revoked?
Probation can be revoked if you violate your probation requirements, such as failing a drug test, not meeting with your probation officer, or committing another crime.
Ultimately, your probation officer will decide whether to give you a warning or file a motion with the court to revoke your probation.
If your probation officer pursues probation revocation, you’ll have a probation revocation hearing where the judge will make the final decision without a jury.
If the court revokes your probation, you will be issued an arrest warrant.
However, if your probation officer seeks to revoke your probation, you’re not left out of options. You can contact a probation lawyer in Tyler, TX to defend you.
Contact Estrada Law today to schedule a consultation. Edward Estrada has worked on countless probation violation cases and has obtained a favorable result many times. He will advise you on the best way to pursue your case.
How does parole get revoked?
Parole revocation starts with a preliminary hearing before a hearing officer, not a judge. Afterward, the hearing officer will present all evidence to the Board of Pardons and Paroles who will then determine whether to continue with a parole revocation hearing.
It’s crucial to speak with a parole lawyer in Tyler, TX as soon as possible to ensure your rights are protected.
How our probation violation lawyer in Tyler, TX can help you
As your criminal defense lawyer, Edward Estrada will carefully investigate your case and determine the best defense for your case.
If you believe you have been falsely accused of violating probation, your attorney may provide evidence or ask witnesses for testimony to prove your innocence.
If you have committed a probation violation, our attorney can recommend alternative sentencing that may be more effective as rehabilitation than spending time in prison. Another option is for your attorney to argue for extended probation instead of jail.
Schedule A Consultation With A Probation Lawyer Today
Contact Estrada Law today to speak with a probation lawyer or parole lawyer in Tyler, Texas. We will explain your case, help you understand what to expect at the probation revocation hearing, and give you clear direction to move forward with your case.
