Fort Walton Beach Probation Violation Attorneys
Your Trusted Advocates at Vanover Law Firm
If you have been sentenced to probation, it's easy to feel as if your life is under a microscope. You'll have to meet requirements and perform tasks you're not accustomed to—all the while knowing that the slightest slip-up to could lead to serious legal ramifications. In Florida, someone found guilty of a probation violation can then have the remainder of their original sentence imposed and quickly find themselves back in jail or prison.
If you have been accused of a probation violation, however, you may still have viable legal options. At Vanover Law Firm, we have helped countless clients accused of probation violations that needed their future and reputation defended at their evidentiary hearing. We're ready to review your case, hear your story, and ensure the court is thoroughly informed of circumstances that led to this accusation.
You do not have to face these allegations without a proven legal advocate in your corner. Contact our trusted Fort Walton Beach probation violation lawyers at (850) 999-0006 today.
Understanding Common Probation Violations
Probation is designed to give some offenders a chance to forgo incarceration and resume their lives. In order maintain their freedom, they must regularly meet with a probation officer and, depending on the circumstances of their original case, meet other requirements. This is difficult for many individuals and even a slight deviation from these requirements can result in serious legal complications.
Common probation violations include:
- Failure to meet with probation officer
- Failure to comply with drug screening or recovery program
- Failure to pay restitution, fines, court costs, etc.
- Failure to pass drug tests
- New criminal charges
- Mental health issues
- Accidental incidents, negligence, etc.
Navigating the Probation Violation Process
If you have been charged with a probation violation, an Affidavit of Violation or a Department of Corrections Violation Report will be filed by your probation officer. The court will then review that document and determine whether or not a warrant should be issued. If it is, an evidentiary hearing will be set so that the defendant has a chance to explain why the violation occurred. The prosecution will have to prove that there was a "substantial and willful" intent to violate the terms of the probation by the defendant.
At Vanover Law Firm, our Okaloosa County criminal defense lawyers are well-aware that these accusations are often a result of misunderstandings or the defendant's honest inability to meet the requirements set forth by the court. We're ready to put forth a clear and compelling narrative on our clients' behalf and ensure that the court knows that the trust it offered the defendant was not misplaced.
The time to act is now. Contact us today to start exploring your options with a free case evaluation.
Testimonials
Why People Choose to Work With Us
At Vanover Law firm, we strive to provide the best representation to our clients. Please take a moment to read what our past clients had to say about their experience with Vanover Law Firm.
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"Team Garrett"I was so glad that I found Chris Garrett and was able to have him take my case. He answered all my questions and really listened to me. My case lasted for over 9 months, also had another charge added. I know that he fought for me all the way, he kept me out of jail and from losing everything I had. I highly recommend him and his great staff, no matter what your legal problem is. Also want to add that Angela was fantastic throughout the whole process.- Michael Buckner
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"Mr. Garrett and his team did an amazing job representing me and helping me through the process. In the end I was acquitted by jury because of Mr. Garrett's knowledge and experience, couldn't be happier."Mr. Garrett and his team did an amazing job representing me and helping me through the process. In the end I was acquitted by jury because of Mr. Garrett's knowledge and experience, couldn't be happier. Thanks again!!- Brandon
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"A great team !"Vanoverlaw excellent team Mr Garret is an excellent lawyer and advocate, his staff is top of the mark- DAVID
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"DUI for charging my phone"Great team, Chris and Angela are great, although things didn’t go easy through the COVID period they battled for me, unfortunately my Life took a turn and regretfully I backed out of going to trial and took the plea offered, I know what I did and I would make the same decision again in that situation but unfortunately some of the best decisions are punishable by law, I truly think Mr. Garret would have been a force to be reckoned with at trial, and I would have love to have witnessed it, but life is life. I would whole heartedly recommend him and his team, they where a blessing to me in the understanding all my circumstances.. God Bless- Ken Strickland
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"Very personal and professional and made sure I was taken care of and that justice was served in my case."Angela and attorney Chris Garret were very personal and professional and made sure I was taken care of and that justice was served in my case. They represented me in Okaloosa and Escambia and had no problem dropping everything to be there whenever I needed them in my case! Thanks again!!!- Philip
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"Took very good care of my situation and were excellent at communicating with me."Mr. Garrett and his team took very good care of my situation and were excellent at communicating with me. Definitely would recommend!!- Shelby
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"Highly recommended!"Great DUI law firm. I had a DUI over Christmas. They got me a drivers license within 48 hours and I'm still driving on that license! I never had to go to court. Highly recommended!- Karson
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"This law firm and Mr. Garrett are a true blessing and he is an amazing and talented lawyer!!"Throughout the entire process, Mr. Garrett and Angela were always there to help and assist me and you felt they truly cared. They are an amazing team and Mr. Garrett is an extremely thorough and skilled lawyer.- Tamara
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