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Probation Violation Attorney in Denver and Douglas County | Ways You Can Violate Probation

Posted by Kyle B. Sawyer | Jan 18, 2017 | 0 Comments

If you're facing probation violation allegations or have questions about early termination of probation in Denver, call the O'Malley Law Office.
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In Denver and Douglas County, there are many situations where you can face accusations of violating your probation. Some of the reasons you may be accused of violating your probation are if you:

  • Consumed alcohol or used drugs when prohibited;
  • Get charged with a new crime;
  • Possess a firearm or gun when prohibited;
  • Didn't complete community service hours;
  • Changed your address without permission;
  • Showed up late to or missed your probation officer appointments;
  • Failed to register as a sex offender (which is a sexual offense – Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, C.R.S. 18-3-412.5)
  • Violated a protection order;
  • Didn't pay court-ordered restitution;
  • Violated GPS ankle monitor parameters.

When facing accusations of violating your probation in Colorado, a revocation hearing will be held and a Petition to Revoke Probation will be filed against you. If the judge confirms the violation, your probation will be revoked.

Probation Violation Lawyer in Arapahoe County: You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer on Your Side

If you are facing allegations of violating your probation in Arapahoe County, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side. The probation violation lawyers at the O'Malley Law Office have over 40 years of combined courtroom experience. We know the court system. We analyze your Petition to Revoke Probation to uncover the true reasons behind an allegation of violating your probation. We have experience working with probation officers across Colorado. We will work with Arapahoe County District Attorneys to help grant you a more favorable outcome in your case and help protect your job and your family.

Probation Early Termination in Jefferson and Adams County: Ending Probation Early

In Jefferson and Adams County, you may be able to end probation early under some circumstances. While getting consent from the District Attorney is not necessary for requesting an early end to your probation, it is helpful in most cases. It's important you know what the judge and District Attorney want before requesting early termination of probation. The most important thing the DA and judge will consider is whether or not you will reoffend. To demonstrate you are unlikely to reoffend, our criminal defense lawyers can show them your criminal history or progress you've made in required treatment, for example. If you are facing probation violation allegations or if you have questions about early termination of probation in Colorado, consult one of our criminal defense lawyers to schedule a free initial consultation with us and protect your future.

Request a Free Consultation

If you are facing allegations of violating your probation in Colorado, be smart and exercise your right to remain silent. Then, contact the best criminal defense lawyers at the O'Malley Law Office at 303-830-0880. Together, we can protect your future.

About the Author

Kyle B. Sawyer

I have a passion for defending others in criminal cases. I am able to empathize with my clients and understand their emotions and fears. I have a unique perspective on the criminal justice system and I understand what it feels like to be wrongly accused of a crime.

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