If you are someone who has recently been charged with violating your probation terms in Texas, you risk spending years behind bars, which is why you need the assistance of an experienced Texas criminal defense attorney. Please continue reading and reach out to our firm to learn more about violating probation in Texas and how we can help you fight your charges going forward. Here are some of the questions you may have:

What are some of the most common probation violations?

There are various ways in which an individual may violate probation, though some of the most frequent probation violations that our firm sees are as follows:

• Failing to submit to substance testing.
• Losing a job, or failing to obtain one.
• Neglecting to report to your probation officer
• Neglecting to do community service, if assigned by the courts.
• Leaving your state or county after being prohibited from doing so.
• Being convicted of another crime.
• Being caught consuming drugs or alcohol.

What happens if I am caught violating probation in Texas?

To start, in Texas, there are two primary types of probation: deferred adjudication probation and straight probation. Essentially, deferred adjudication probation is when your convicted is delayed by the court, and as long as you satisfy all conditions of your probation, your initial charges will be dismissed. However, if you are caught violating this type of probation, there is a very good chance you will face the maximum sentence for the initial crime you committed. Straight probation, on the other hand, is when you are found guilty of a crime by the court, however, you are granted permission by the judge to serve community supervision in lieu of jail time or another harsher penalty. That being said, if you are someone who is caught violating straight probation, there is a very good chance that you will have to serve the rest of your sentence in jail, however, if the violation is serious enough in the eyes of the court, you may have to serve your entire sentence behind bars.

Can I fight a probation violation in Texas?

Fortunately, you can. You have the right to retain the legal assistance of an experineced Texas criminal defense attorney who can enter a not guilty plea and provide the court with evidence against your violation on your behalf. That being said, courts in Texas are only required to prove a preponderance of evidence that you violated your probation, which means you need an attorney who has years of experience defending individuals in your situation. Our firm is here to help.

Contact our experienced Texas firm

We are knowledgeable attorneys who are ready to help preserve your freedom and keep you out of jail. If you or a loved one are facing a criminal charge in the state of Texas, reach out to our firm today. We have been defending individuals in your position for years, and we are ready to do the same for you. If you need a firm who will aggressively fight for your rights, look no further–simply contact Carrol & Hinojosa today.