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Florida Criminal defense attorneys are often asked about parole and probation and unfortunately, many folks simply confuse the same and believe they are the same. The two are very different and distinct, but have some similar implications. Probation is an alternative sentencing that allows a person convicted of an offense to not have to be […]
Learn More...When a judge convicts a defendant through either trial or a plea, the judge can choose from many options for sentencing: incarceration, probation and/or pay a fine. Probation is an alternative to sentencing a defendant to jail after a judge has found a defendant as guilty (convicted). If probation is violated, the defendant can receive […]
Learn More...So I got arrested for driving under the influence in Tampa, what are the maximum DUI penalties? After being arrested for DUI in Hillsborough or Pinellas counties, a totally natural question is what am I facing? What should I expect? The St Petersburg criminal defense attorneys of Hackworth Law have sat down with countless families […]
Learn More...The State Dropped My Criminal Charge, Can I Be Charged with Violation of Probation? What is a Violation of Probation (VOP)? This is arguably the most common question posed to the violation of probation attorneys of Hackworth Law. The scenario generally proceeds as follows: An individual is placed on probation and charged with a new […]
Learn More...Often time for many people unfamiliar with the criminal justice system have heard the term “probation” before, but are totally unaware of what it exactly means. First and foremost, probation is very difficult. It requires one to have a very flexible work schedule, free time to complete classes, community services and regular court appearances and […]
Learn More...This is another phrase heard by Hillsborough and Pinellas criminal defense attorneys daily. Generally, experienced criminal attorneys, like those at Hackworth Law, recognize the fear, anxiety and apprehension of those explaining the experience of their first arrest. People, who have never been arrested before, present several unique circumstances for Florida criminal defense attorneys. First and […]
Learn More...Many folks charged with DUI, ask their St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney whether it is even worth challenging it. Unfortunately, this is a one of the most difficult questions posed to Tampa criminal defense attorneys. Every criminal defense lawyer yet meet or discuss your arrest with should tell you, they simply cannot guarantee results in […]
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