Probation Violation

Are You Worried About The Potential Consequences Of Your Probation Violation?

You entered probation with the best intentions. You planned on getting your life back on track and leaving the past behind you. Violating your probation wasn’t in your plan. You didn’t mean to do it, but it happened.

Now, your mind is swirling with fears of the consequences: Will I be arrested? Will my probation be revoked? Will I have to serve time? Is there anything I can do to mitigate fallout?

The terms of probation are notoriously strict, and compliance can make life difficult. Still, you know it’s better than doing time in jail or prison. You made a mistake, and you’re wondering if it can be fixed. What’s more, you don’t want to put your family, livelihood or reputation in jeopardy.

With all of these important factors to consider, what you do next is crucial…

A Southern California Probation Violation Defense Lawyer Has Solutions For You

Matthew Cargal has more than three decades of experience defending clients like you in Pasadena and the greater Los Angeles area. He understands the potential ramifications a probation violation poses to your life – and he knows exactly how to protect your future.

If you’ve violated the conditions of your probation, work with a skilled and reputable probation violation law firm that excels at defending clients’ rights and protecting their freedom. Matthew Cargal’s familiarity with and connections in the Southern California legal system make him uniquely qualified to defend your violation and have your charges dismissed or your penalties reduced.

What Works For Or Against Me In Defending My Probation Violation?

Violating probation is a serious matter. A judge initially offered you a generous break: probation as an alternative to time in jail or prison. Now, to avoid an arrest warrant, jail time, or more stringent penalties for your violation, you need a strong defense.

One factor that works against you in a probation revocation hearing is the burden of proof. The prosecution’s burden of proof for a criminal conviction is “beyond a reasonable doubt.” However, the burden or standard to prove you violated your probation is lower: “by a preponderance of the evidence” or “more likely than not.”

Another anomaly contributes to the lower burden of proof in a revocation hearing: the admissibility of hearsay evidence. Out-of-court statements are admissible at the judge’s discretion.

Working strongly in your favor is a legal standard that requires proof that your probation violation was both willful and substantial. This standard provides a skilled probation violation lawyer significant latitude to create a strong defense. There may be plausible explanations, circumstances and evidence to bolster the argument that your violation was neither willful nor substantial.

The Law Offices Of Matthew Cargal Will Partner With You To Minimize the Fallout

Your best defense is proving beyond a reasonable doubt that you didn’t violate the conditions of your probation. Barring that, Matthew Cargal can present your situation to the court in a way that ensures the penalties are reduced – giving you the opportunity to avoid incarceration and successfully complete your probation.

Capable representation and thorough preparation are critical components that will protect you and your family’s future. With an attorney’s help, they can show the judge that your lack of compliance wasn’t a product of irresponsibility or indifference.

Judges often look favorably on good faith efforts that show a willingness to comply with your probation conditions. Matthew Cargal can guide you through the proactive steps to take before your hearing that demonstrate you’re working to course-correct your life and fulfill your probation obligations.

Act Now To Protect Your Freedom

The consequences of violating probation are often profound and severe. Contact The Law Offices of Matthew Cargal today at (626) 648-5004 to schedule a consultation about building a powerful defense.