Weld County Probation Revocation / Violation

How can my Probation be Revoked or Violated in Greeley?

Since each person's Probation agreement is unique in Greeley, Probation can be revoked or violated in an unlimited number of ways. Some of these ways are in our control, and others aren't. Sometimes people become unemployed and therefore, can't pay off the costs and fines the court ordered. Other times, your car breaks down so you don't make it to your appointment with your Probation Officer. You might not be aware if you're allowed to own or possess a firearm anymore. Also, contact with the victim or with anyone under a protection order might be unavoidable.  You both frequent the same places and contact can happen by accident. When a probation violation isn’t your fault, you deserve another chance.  Life happens, and sometimes you just can’t afford to pay for your rent, child support, and your restitution.  In these cases, it is unfair to punish you for your failure to comply with probation.

Is Probation Revoked for Being Charged with a New Crime in Greeley?

Every Greeley probation sentence contains the requirement that you not commit another crime while under supervision.  If you are charged with a new crime, it does not mean that your probation will automatically be revoked.  While you are likely to be arrested on a probation revocation complaint, courts will wait until an investigation for the alleged new offense is completed. They are required to wait to see if you've been convicted of this new crime before they revoke your original Probation sentence.

What Can my Probation Officer Do & What Can the Court Impose on my Probation in Boulder?

In Boulder, what your Probation Officer  and the Courts can require of you while on probation, can vary greatly. The rules and requirements of anyone's Probation are specific to them and their conviction. Someone with a drug offense will not share all the same requirements as someone with a Domestic Violence Assault offense. Here is a general list of the probation terms and conditions which your Probation Officer and the Courts are allowed to impose:

• That you maintain employment or education that will equip you for suitable employment
• Undergo medical or psychiatric treatment and remain in an institution for that purpose
• Have you live in a Half - Way House
• Supporting your dependents and other family responsibilities (child support)
• That you not own or possess a firearm or another dangerous weapon
• That you refrain from drinking alcohol or using any unlawful controlled substance
• Report to your Probation Officer and permit them to visit you at reasonable times
• Remain in the jurisdiction of the court – no out of state travel without permission

If you need more information on the full extent of this list, or need help understanding your Probation conditions, call our office and we would be happy to help!

Lyons, Greeley and Longmont Probation Revocation Defense Strategies

Whether you're in Lyons, Greeley, Longmont, or any other Weld County location, our attorneys will dissect your Probation Revocation Petition or Complaint to develop a defense strategy for your hearing. Despite potential Revocation, it is common that you continue with Probation afterward. The court often revokes and reinstates probation.  Usually, the defendant is required to take certain steps to continue a Probation sentence, and we can help make it happen. Even if there is evidence against you or your loved one, we can often get probation reinstated for our clients. Revocation can sometimes mean jail or prison time, but with a well-crafted plan of defense, and action on your part, that doesn't have to be the answer.