Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Violation of probation

What can I do to prepare myself for a violation of probation? I have a warrant and am being accused of having given a positive test for marajuana and methanphetamine. I have hired an attorney to help me after I turn my self in.What thing should I get prepared for my oming court dates I have a husband who I am also a in-home-care provider for he is confined to a wheelchair. I help him do most everything I run my own internet based. I have been clean for almost 4 years I need to know what I should bring to court or give to my attorney so I have a chance of being released after my araingment. Please tell me where to begin letters? documents? references? sponsor? What is crucial that I may need to properly defend my self.


Asked on 10/04/01, 7:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Miller Robert L. Miller & Associates, A Law Corporation

Re: Violation of probation

If you have an attorney, you really should give your attorney this question to answer. He or she probably knows your situation best.

The key thing that a judge at a probation violation is looking for is RESPONSIBILITY.

If you have a drug problem, admit it and get help BEFORE the court orders you to do so. If you can pay your fines, do so. If you have a clean test now, present it.

If you can show that you are RESPONSIBLE to others, such as your husband, your business employees, your family, you have a job, school, that all helps also.

Thanks, and best of luck to you.

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Answered on 11/21/01, 5:16 pm


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