Probation Violations
Helping People Accused of Violation Probation
There are many things that you can do that can lead to a probation violation — things that may not even be a crime can land you in jail. Over 50 percent of the people in criminal court are there because of a probation violation — don't be the one without an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
At the Law Office of Scott A. Lutes, we have been representing those accused of a probation violation in Rhode Island for over 20 years. We know the system, the arguments to make and the strategies available to keep you out of jail.
For more information about how we can challenge your or a family member's probation violation, call 401-861-1142 or 401-741-7525 or e-mail our firm in Providence today for a free consultation.
Defending People Who Are on Probation
Because things that may not be a crime may lead to a probation violation, we need to be creative when coming up with strategies to defend people against allegations that may lead to jail time. Making matters more difficult is the fact that a probation officer only needs to prove that a person violated the terms of probation by the lower preponderance of the evidence standard — not beyond a reasonable doubt.
Here are some of the ways that you can wind up facing a probation violation in Rhode Island:
- Failing to report to probation
- Failing to pay court costs
- Failing to attend drug counseling
- Failing to remain law abiding
Holding Alleged People for a Probation Violation
Anytime you face accusations of a probation violation, the court can hold you without bail until it can hold a hearing to determine whether you violated the terms of your probation — that can be up two weeks after your arrest.
At the Law Office of Scott A. Lutes, we believe that people need second chances. To learn more about challenging a probation violation, contact us for a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney.
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