Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

probation violation

i am on N.Y. state probation.i have done 2 1/2 yrs and have 7 moths left on probation.i am on probation for misdemeanor dwi. i have paid all fine to the court and was suppose to be let off probation at the end of the moth but saturday caught some charges.i got intoxicated and walked into a unlocked residences and went to sleep on there couch.i stole nothing i did not brake in. i caught a burglary ,criminal tress pass and resisting arrest charge.i would like to no what my best options are to do.i have yet to talk to my probation officer.that will come in the morning as his office is closed today.i am looking for some advise on what actions i should take. thank you


Asked on 2/16/09, 4:51 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: probation violation

There's really only one thing I can advise, get a good lawyer. If you

Had one the first time you would have been informed that you could petition

to be released from probation after 18 months, and you would not be facing

the extra charges now.

Contact us at 2127098303

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Answered on 2/16/09, 5:09 pm
jeffrey lazroe Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law

Re: probation violation

Mr. Gonzalez gave you good advice. You should always have a lawyer on call to advise you - especially when you are under the thumb of the law.

Your probation officer probably already knows about your arrest. I always tell my clients to come forward first and be truthful. It will be very much appreciated by the probation officer.

You should then retain a lawyer to help you in the underlying criminal action, and the expected probation violation.

If you would like to retain the services of this office please feel free to contact me.

Jeff lazroe,

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Answered on 2/16/09, 5:23 pm


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