Beverly Hills Probation Violation Lawyer

Receiving probation instead of another sentence is considered to be a privilege in the eyes of the law. Judges do not take it kindly when probation is violated, as it’s seen as a slight to their imposition of a “lighter sentence.” When you’ve been accused of a probation violation, you need an experienced and committed attorney to be on your side.

Initial Violation in Beverly Hills, MI

The beginning of a probation violation charge comes from your probation officer finding out that you’ve supposedly violated a term of your probation. Examples of this include failing a drug test, failure to report for an appointment, leaving the county without permission, failing to pay fines or restitution, and incomplete community service. The probation officer notifies the court, at which time you’ll be warranted for arrest or ordered to appear before the judge. No matter what, you will go in front of the judge, and they will determine whether you can be released on bond and the terms of your bond.

Violation Hearing in Beverly Hills, Michigan

Next, your case will be scheduled for a violation hearing. There will be prosecution and defense, like a regular trial, and both sides have the ability to call and cross-examine witnesses. Unlike a regular trial, a judge will decide your fate instead of a jury. The burden of proof for your case will also be “preponderance of evidence” instead of “beyond a reasonable doubt.” The judge can decide if there is a significant chance, more likely than not, that you committed the violation, you can be found guilty.

Sentencing in Beverly Hills

If you’re found guilty, or if you take a plea deal, the judge has a few different ways they can sentence you. A few of the options include continuing probation, modifying the terms of probation, extending the probation, and revoking the probation. In felony cases, the judge has the option of sending you to prison.

Contact us for Beverly Hills, MI Probation Violation Charges

Probation violations are taken seriously, and you need a good lawyer in your corner to assure that you do as little jail/prison time as possible. Our experienced attorney at The Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC can help you. We offer clients a free initial consultation. To discuss your current legal situation, call us at (888) 399-7979 or contact us online.

Probation Violation Attorney for the 46th District Court

The 46th District Court is located at 26000 Evergreen Rd., Southfield, MI 48076

The 46th District Court judges are:

Honorable Shelia Johnson

Honorable Debra Nance

Honorable Cynthia M. Arvant

Probation Violation Attorney for the 6^th Circuit Court

The 6^th Circuit Court is located at 1200 N. Telegraph, Pontiac, MI 48341

The 6^th Circuit Court judges are:

 Honorable Martha D. Anderson

Honorable Mary Ellen Brennan

Honorable David M. Cohen

Honorable Jacob James Cunningham

Honorable Nanci J. Grant

Honorable Jeffery S. Matis

Honorable Cheryl A. Matthews

Honorable Phyllis McMillen

Honorable Daniel Patrick O’Brien

Honorable Yasmine I. Poles

Honorable Kwame L. Rowe

Honorable Victoria A. Valentine

Honorable Michael Warren

Honorable Michael West

We can be reached 24/7 at 888-399-7979 for a free consultation regarding your Beverly Hills probation violation case.