Violation of Probation Defense Attorneys at Musca Law strive to protect their client's freedom and provide committed legal representation to persons who have been arrested for probation violations. Probation is court ordered legal supervision given under certain circumstances when a person is found guilty of some eligible types of crimes. When an individual is placed on probation they are advised of the conditions they must comply with during the probation period. A Probation Officer is assigned to monitor compliance. Should a violation occur, the Probation Officer will initiate a procedure to arrest the probationer.
There are two types of probation violations, technical and substantive. A technical violation is any violation of either the general, or special, conditions of the probation. Some examples include: failure to pay court costs or fines, missing a probation meeting, or change of address without permission. Substantive violations occur when the probationer commits a new criminal offense. Violation of probation is a serious offense. Penalties for violating probation can result in a judge revoking probation. If a judge revokes probation, Florida law allows the judge to impose the maximum penalty for the charge.
When a US Navy recruit was charged with violating the terms of his probation in Monroe County, he turned to Miami's premier criminal defense firm, Musca Law. His 12 month probation period for DUI involved meeting certain terms. He failed to meet those terms and had technical violations to his probation. A warrant was issued for his arrest and the State Attorney recommended 60 days in jail. Our highly-skilled defense attorneys entered negotiations with the State on behalf of our client. After we submitted evidence that the defendant completed requirements of his probation, the Court dismissed the violation and closed the case.
