New Jersey Probation Violation Attorney

Violation of Probation

Receiving probation is often the best possible sentence in a criminal case. Probation is a sentence imposed by a judge that allows the convicted person to live in the community rather than go to prison. The convicted person is usually under the supervision of a probation officer (or PO). The terms of the probation require the probationer to meet certain court-imposed conditions, such as:

• Regular reporting to their probation officer
• School attendance
• Community service
• Treatment for anger management or drug addiction
• Maintaining employment

If the conditions are not met, the probationer can be charged with a violation of probation (VOP), have his or her probation revoked, and be sentenced to prison.

Working to Prevent Revocation of Your Probation and a Prison Sentence

If you have been accused of violating probation in New Jersey or New York City, seek the counsel of an experienced criminal defense attorney. New York and Newark, New Jersey, probation violation attorney James S. Friedman has significant experience representing people charged with probation violations. He represents clients at probation violation hearings, skillfully negotiating to keep them from being sent to prison.

Proactive on Your Behalf

Mr. Friedman is proactive in probation violation matters. Where possible, he works to modify terms and conditions so that violations of probation do not occur again. He advises clients on how to take action on their own that might improve their standing with the court, such as voluntary drug or alcohol treatment. He can effectively explain to the court the circumstances that caused you to violate probation, such as a family emergency or other personal problem that prevented you from satisfying the terms and conditions of your probation.

Contact a New Jersey Probation Violation Lawyer

If you have been charged with a violation of probation, contact a Newark community service attorney to learn about your options. Call VOP lawyer James S. Friedman at 866-484-1906 (toll free).