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Tag Archives: Probation

Your Legal Options After an Alleged Probation Violation

Simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time can result in allegations of probation violations, and such an accusation can create a world of headaches, stress and troubles for people trying to resolve prior criminal cases and get their life back on track. Because the consequences of an alleged violation can have significant […]

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While on sex offender probation, do I have to take classes?

Tampa sex crimes attorneys are often asked about required treatment following the conviction of someone regarding a sex crime in Florida, when on sex offender probation. Yes, individuals do have to attend certain classes after being released from jail and/or state prison. Specifically, Florida Statute Section 948.30(1)(c) requires, “active participation in and successful completion of […]

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Which Judge will handle my violation of probation?

Our Clearwater VOP Attorneys are often asked by our Clients, which judge will be handling their violation of probation case regardless of whether it is a felony or misdemeanor.   All counties have their own arrangements for the handling of VOPs/violations of probation because of the sheer number of the cases in the system.  Prior to […]

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What is community control?

Many Tampa criminal defense attorneys are often asked about what specifically community control entails as part of a criminal sentence.   As we have discussed elsewhere on our Tampa criminal defense attorney blog, community control is a potential sentencing option during your Florida criminal case.   Chapter 948 provides the statutory limitations for community control and/or probation.  […]

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Tampa Sex Crimes Attorney: What is a psychosexual evaluation?

Tampa sex crimes attorneys often use psychosexual evaluations in their negotiations with the State Attorney’s Office and as mitigation before the court with sentencing.  In essence, it is one of many tools, a Tampa Sex Crimes Attorney has to assist you in your criminal case.  Unfortunately, many folks are unaware of what all the evaluation […]

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Tampa Probation Attorneys: Will my probation officer come to my house?

Many questions about probation focus on specifically what probation officers do.  Tampa probation attorneys are often asked about the specifics of what one can anticipate while on probation and their relationship with their probation officer.  To answer the above posed question, yes, your probation officer is likely to visit your residence, especially in the first […]

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Tampa VOP Attorneys: Does my probation officer have to violate me?

Many Tampa VOP Attorneys are asked from their clients who are charged the violation of probation, if it was absolutely necessary for the probation officer to violate them, or if they, in their own discretion, can ignore or disregard the violation. Unfortunately, a common myth is that probation officers exercise their discretion regularly not to violate […]

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Can I get a violation of probation for only financial matters?

In short, yes. Tampa violation of probation attorneys are often asked about whether misdemeanor or felony probation can be violated solely for a probationer failing to meet their financial obligations, like paying the cost of supervision, court costs, fines, restitution, etc. Yes, one’s probation can be violated simply for failing to pay for things associated […]

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Can I apply for early termination of probation?

Yes, many probationers ask their Tampa criminal defense attorneys about trying to early terminate their probation. Obviously, they are in hurry to attempt to get off probation for a variety of reason, including being done with supervision, supervision interfering with their job, tired of being fearful of violating probation, etc. Yes, a probationer can apply […]

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What is a Violent Felony Offender of Special Concern in Florida?

Many Tampa criminal defense attorneys are often asked about questions concerning a Violent Felony Offender of Special Concern and what all this is designation entails.  Very few Florida Statutes are more difficult to comprehend that Florida’s “Anti-Murder Act”.    Ultimately, it is best known for creating the designation of “violent felony offender of special concern” or VFOSC. […]

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