Consequences of Violating Probation in Chicago
Judges award probation as an alternative to jail time to those individuals who can be shown to pose no threat of repeated offense in the future. Also if an individual acts as a vital member of society in general or provides much-needed support to their family or friends in the form of help or wages, that individual will probably receive probation instead of going to jail.
If you have been convicted of a crime then you may be able to obtain probation in lieu of jail time, however, you will receive various terms that you must comply with in your probation sentence.
Common probation requirements may include mandatory drug tests, counseling sessions, community service, obtaining and maintaining employment, and paying fines among other things. Failure to honor the terms of your probation can have serious consequences including serious jail time. Violating your probation can constitute anything from simply missing a counseling session or forgetting to check in with your probation officer to failing a drug test or committing another crime.
If you are found to be in violation of your probation in any way then you could face some very serious penalties if you are convicted of probation violation. Arkady Bukh is intent on providing his clients with skillful representation that will aggressively fight for your rights, your goals, and your desires regarding the outcome of your case. A skilled and knowledgeable attorney from our firm will be able to assess your situation and the circumstances surrounding the violation and then negotiate either new probation terms or the reinstating of the previous terms.
Chicago Criminal Law Firm: Defense for Probation Violations
Hiring a defense attorney to handle your probation violation case will greatly increase the likelihood that you will not face additional punishment or an increased verdict. At Chicago Criminal Law Firm, we have an intimate knowledge of probation law and will use this knowledge to fight aggressively on your behalf. In many cases in the past, our attorneys have been able to negotiate with judges and the prosecution to lessen the blow of any repercussion for our clients.
We will be able to put our extensive experience to work for you in your case if you choose to work with our firm. We can answer your questions, discuss your available options with you, advise you of the best legal action for you to take and provide you with skillful and aggressive representation of your case in court if you choose to work with us.