Why should I hire a warrant or probation defense lawyer?

There are many reasons to hire an attorney for a violation of probation charge. The first and most important reason is that the State has an attorney working against you. So you need an attorney who is working for you! A skilled defense lawyer with experience in violation of probation charges will be able to get the best possible outcome for you. Judges do not take defendants who represent themselves seriously. That makes it much harder for you to make arguments on your behalf. Also most people
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How can a lawyer help me with my violation of probation?

When you hire an attorney to help you with your violation of probation they will do several things. They will represent you through all stages of the proceeding and answer any and all of your legal questions. They will advise you how to proceed in order to try to get the best outcome for your situation. If you have not yet been arrested, the attorney will try to arrange a bond for your violation of probation case. If you have already been arrested, they will set a bond hearing to try to secure y
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Do I need a lawyer for my violation of probation?

It is always advisable to hire a lawyer for probation violation cases. The rules of procedure for violation of probation are slightly different. Because the standard of proof is so much lower for the State, it is much more likely that you will be convicted without proper representation.
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What should I do if I violate my probation?

If you have been accused of violating your probation you should contact an attorney immediately. A person does not have the same rights on probation that they do in a regular criminal law case. There is no entitlement to bond. The State does not have to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt. There is also no right to have your probation reinstated. When you hire an attorney, the attorney can assist you through the process and assist you in obtaining the best result. If possible, make sure tha
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What is failure to comply?

Failure to comply is a charge brought when you do not obey an official command. The command usually comes from a judge. It is very similar to contempt of court. In Florida, the most common failure to comply charge brought is that of child support orders. But it can be any order given by the court. If you fail to comply with any court order, you can be arrested and taken to jail.
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What is an arrest warrant?

When an officer catches a person “in the act” of committing a crime, the officer arrests the person and takes them to jail. Sometimes, a crime is committed and the officer does not see the person commit the crime or the person is unknown. When this happens, the officer must request an arrest warrant for the individual so that a criminal case can be opened in the court. For instance, if you come home and find that your house has been broken into, but there is no one there you call the police. The
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What happens if I fail to appear in court?

If you do not appear in court, the judge will issue a warrant for your arrest. The warrant allows the cops to find you and take you to jail. If there is a good reason for your failing to appear in court, you should contact an attorney right away. The attorney can set a hearing to try to get the warrant recalled so that you do not have to go to jail, so long as you appear for all court dates set in the future.
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What is a bench warrant?

A bench warrant is the name given to the warrant issued by the judge when you fail to appear at a court date. Just like any other warrant, a bench warrant gives the police the right to arrest you and take you to jail.
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Can I shorten my time on probation? How can I reduce my time on probation?

Sometimes it is possible to shorten the length of your probation. If you complete all of the things the judge has instructed you to complete, you can petition the court for what is called “early termination.” Early termination is the term used to describe a situation in which a person has done everything asked of them on probation before the entire probationary period is up. For example, if you are placed on probation for one year to complete 100 hours of community service, and you finish all 10
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What happens if my probation is revoked?

If the judge finds that you violated conditions of your probation they can revoke, or end the probation. If this happens, the judge will re-sentence you. This sentence terms can vary. The judge can place you on a new probation or give you jail time. In rare cases the judge may determine that what you have done is enough and decide to end the probation term without and further sanction. But this does not happen often.
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