There are many potential ways that you can violate your probation in California. The judge sets unique probation terms and conditions for every case according to the circumstances. Going on probation allows the person involved to avoid having to serve time in custody.
One of the most common ways is by possessing a firearm. If you are on probation after a felony conviction or a misdemeanor domestic violence case, possessing a firearm is a serious offense that could potentially have devastating consequences.
The severity of these consequences depends on the circumstances of your situation and the defense strategies of your attorney. Finding an attorney you can trust to help you after violating your probation terms can be incredibly beneficial in both the long and short term.
Potential consequences
If you violate the terms of your probation, either by possessing a firearm or something else, the consequences depend on the circumstances of your situation. The first order of business will be that you’ll have to go to court to attend a probation violation or revocation hearing. There a judge will decide to take one of four possible actions:
- Reinstate your probation under the same conditions
- Reinstate your probation but change the conditions of it
- Terminate your probation and impose your original suspended sentence, sending you back to jail
- Terminate your probation and impose the maximum sentence allowed by law for the crime you’ve been convicted of
It’s important to know that if your probation is reinstated, the judge may still require you to serve up to one year in jail as a condition of reinstatement.
So, as you can see, the stakes for this probation violation hearing are incredibly high. The judge’s decision could impact your life for many years to come if she or he imposes the maximum sentence.
Avoid harsh penalties from a probation violation
Naturally, the forefront question in your mind is:
How do I avoid having my probation revoked?
The ideal way to avoid a revocation of your probation terms is to hire Attorney Dan Chambers of the Chambers Law Firm to represent you at your probation violation hearing and throughout your criminal case. Attorney Chambers will present your defense with strength and passion, and always work hard to protect your best interests.
Find out more about Attorney Chambers and get immediate personalized legal advice by scheduling a free prospective client consultation at Chambers Law Firm. Call 714-760-4088, email dchambers@clfca.com, or use the chat box below to make an appointment now.
A probation violation is serious, so act quickly to avoid having to go back to jail. Call the Chambers Law Firm today.
