A probation violation can result in the court revoking your probation and imposing the original jail or prison sentence that was suspended. Common probation violations include failing to report to your probation officer, failing a drug test, being arrested for a new crime, failing to complete community service, and failing to pay fines or restitution.
In California, probation violation hearings are different from criminal trials. The standard of proof is lower (preponderance of the evidence rather than beyond a reasonable doubt), and there is no right to a jury trial. However, you do have the right to be represented by an attorney.
Attorney Cocis has extensive experience representing clients at probation violation hearings at the Southwest Justice Center. He works to present mitigating circumstances, negotiate with prosecutors, and convince the court to reinstate probation rather than impose incarceration.
If you have been accused of violating your probation, contact our office immediately. Quick action can make the difference between reinstatement of probation and jail time.
