What could happen after violating probationfor missing an appointment with the probation officer?
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What could happen after violating probationfor missing an appointment with the probation officer?
My boyfriend was arrested recently for missing an appointment with his PO which he didn’t know he had. There is no bond as of now but has to wait until court date for judge to make a decision. He has been doing everything he is suppose to as far as staying away from any legal activity and taking care of his older daughter. I am also pregnant with his son. Wanted to know if I should get a lawyer to represent him or what can happen if I am not able to afford a lawyer for him right away? He has violated once before for missing appointment and got 20 days. What can happen or what can I do?
Asked on January 31, 2011 under Criminal Law, Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Yes, I think that you should try and retain an attorney or see if he qualifies for legal aid. Violating probation is not a good thing as I am sure that you know. And if they feel that it is a pattern the worst case scenario is that probation is revoked and then he goes to jail for the crime he committed. How, may I ask, does he keep "missing" appointments? Doesn't he go and see his probation officer on a regular basis? He needs to make sure that he follows the schedule that is provided. He should also start to line up character witnesses as to his caring for his daughter, getting a job- whatever. Good luck to you.
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